Financial Aid

Scholarships

Scholarships are awarded primarily based on financial need; however, some scholarship programs may not require need. Other factors are also considered, which may include academic talent, performing talent, participation in certain activities or special interests. Scholarship requirements and application procedures vary depending upon the criteria set by the scholarship provider. Many scholarships require a separate application that must be obtained directly from the scholarship provider. More information about individual scholarships and downloadable application forms can be found at here.

 

Valencia Honors Program
President’s Academic Honors Scholarship
The President’s Academic Honors Scholarship is a competitive merit-based scholarship offered to Valencia students who demonstrate outstanding academic talent and wish to enroll in Honors courses at Valencia. The scholarship is a $2,000 award ($1,000 Fall/$1,000 Spring terms) for one academic year. The following year, students may apply to the Honors Exemplary Scholarship for up to two years if requirements are met and a 3.5 cumulative GPA is maintained. Awards will be determined annually and will be based on competitive academic merit. All students receiving any form of financial aid must meet the standards of progress as outlined by the federal government.

See http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/programs/satisfactory_progress.cfm for Satisfactory Academic Progress criteria.

Applications will be accepted through July 14, 2008 and can be obtained by visiting:

President's Academic Honors Scholarship Application

 

Valencia Honors Program
Honors Exemplary Scholarship
The Honors Exemplary Scholarship is a competitive merit-based scholarship offered to current Valencia students who demonstrate outstanding academic talent and wish to enroll in Honors courses at Valencia. The scholarship is a $2,000 award ($1,000 Fall/$1,000 Spring terms) and students may reapply for up to three years if requirements are met and a 3.5 cumulative GPA is maintained. Awards will be determined annually based on competitive academic merit. All students receiving any form of financial aid must meet the standards of progress as outlined by the federal government.
See http://www.valenciacc.edu/finaid/programs/satisfactory_progress.cfm for Satisfactory Academic Progress criteria.

Applications will be accepted through July 14, 2008 and can be obtained by visiting:

Honors Exemplary Scholarship Application

 

Valencia Advantage Scholarship
Valencia Advantage Scholarship recipients are selected by Financial Aid Services based on the following criteria:

  1. Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Processed results must show the applicant to have unmet financial need.
  2. Seek an AA, AAS or AS Degree Program.
  3. Selection priority shall be for students who qualify for limited or no other source of grant or scholarship funding.
  4. Scholarship amounts may vary based on the student’s demonstrated financial need.
  5. To receive funding, the recipient must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress Requirements for financial aid recipients as described in the Valencia Catalog and enroll in at least 6 credit hours each term.

 

Performing Arts Scholarships
Scholarships will be available to students engaged in performing arts activities including, but not limited to, art, drama, and music. The department dean or program coordinator will forward selection recommendations to the Director of Financial Aid Services for final approval and awarding. Recipients must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to receiving funding.

 

Bridges to Success
This scholarship is awarded to students who participate in the Bridges to Success Program. The Bridges to Success Program is available to first generation in college and socio-economically disadvantaged high school graduates from Orange or Osceola County high schools. Special consideration is given to students who have participated in one of the following Valencia Community College’s pre–collegiate programs: College Reach Out Program (CROP), Dual Enrollment, Partnership Program, Tech Prep or Upward Bound and enrolled at Valencia the summer following high school. The grant will pay for in–state tuition and fees, plus up to $300 per semester for required books and supplies after other financial aid is considered.

Initial Eligibility:

  1. Apply and be accepted into the Bridges to Success program.
  2. Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) so that results are processed by the Bridges to Success program application deadline.
  3. Meet Standards of Satisfactory Academic Progress for financial aid recipients.
  4. Seek an AA, AAS or AS Degree Program.
  5. Enroll in at least 6 credit hours during the first summer term after high school.

Renewal Eligibility:

  1. Scholarship is renewed on a term by term basis.
  2. Active participation in Bridges to Success activities and the recommendation of the Program Director will be required.
  3. Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) results are processed by the financial aid deadline.
  4. Enroll in at least 9 credit hours each term.
  5. Maintain a 2.5 GPA.
  6. Complete at least 75% of attempted courses.

 

Valencia Grant
This grant is awarded by the Director of Financial Aid Services to provide direct educational expenses for students with unusual financial circumstances based on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and other documentation on file.

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