Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW) has officially opened its 2024/2025 Scholarship Application, providing students with an opportunity to apply for scholarships for the Spring 2025, and Summer 2025 semesters. Whether you are a returning student or a new applicant, now is the time to secure funding for your education through a variety of institutional, federal, state, and outside donor scholarships.
Key Steps to Apply for Scholarships at FSW
To be considered for any FSW institutional scholarship, students must follow these important steps:
- Apply to FSW: Start by applying to Florida SouthWestern State College (https://www.fsw.edu/admissions) and obtaining your student ID number.
- Complete the FAFSA: Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA-https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa) for each academic year, ensuring all required documentation is submitted to the Financial Aid office. The FAFSA school code for all FSW campuses is 001477.
- Submit the FSW Scholarship Application: Ensure you complete and submit the FSW Scholarship Application through the FSW Scholarship Portal (https://fsw.awardspring.com/) for each academic year.
- Official Call Letter: https://www.fsw.edu/financialaid/scholarships.
Types of Scholarships Available
FSW offers a range of institutional scholarships that cater to students across various majors, based on merit, financial need, and other factors. Here’s a breakdown of some of the available scholarships:
1# Institutional Scholarships
These scholarships are funded by the FSW Foundation and the Office of Financial Aid. Award amounts vary based on eligibility and donor specifications. Students must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) and remain in Good Academic Standing to qualify and continue receiving scholarships.
- Isabella Curtis Scholarship for LaBelle High School Graduates
- Honors and Fine Arts Scholarships:
- Fine Arts Scholarship – Music
- Fine Arts Scholarship – Theatre
- Fine Arts Scholarship – Visual Arts
- Honors Scholar Program Scholarship .
2# Federal and State Scholarships/Grants
Many of these grants are awarded based on the information provided in the FAFSA and do not require repayment. Some of the grants and scholarships include:
- Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
- Federal Pell Grant
- Jose Marti Scholarship Challenge Grant
- Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)
- Bright Futures Scholarship (State)
- Florida Farmworker Student Scholarship Program
- Scholarship for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans
- First Generation Matching Grant (FGMG)
To apply for some state-funded scholarships, students must first create a student account on the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) website (http://www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org/).
3# Outside Donor Scholarships
In addition to institutional and federal/state scholarships, students are encouraged to explore outside donor scholarships offered by local and national organizations. Some of the local options include:
- American Association of University Women (AAUW)
- Charlotte Community Foundation
- Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation
- Uncommon Friends Foundation
For national scholarships, students can search databases such as the Gates Millennium Scholars program, Scholarship America, and the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
