SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE - Full Sail University

SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE

FULL SAIL UNIVERSITY

SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE

PURSUING YOUR EDUCATION

At Full Sail University, we understand that deciding where and how to pursue higher education is an important and life-changing decision. This guide is designed to help you evaluate your financial options when it comes to Full Sail University by exploring a scholarship that may be available to you, as well as the details and eligibility requirements applicable to this scholarship.

If you have any questions about the information in this guide or would like to apply for the scholarship opportunity within, please contact an Admissions Representative at 800.226.7625.

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CAMPUS SCHOLARSHIPS

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ACADEMIC ADVANTAGE

SCHOLARSHIP

MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of entertainment media and technology professionals. In an effort to further this encouragement and development, Full Sail University introduces the Academic Advantage Scholarship Program.

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ACADEMIC ADVANTAGE

SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDS

Academic Advantage Scholarship for eligible campus degree program candidates will vary:

? Associate's degree students may earn up to $5,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $7,500 for all academic years.

? Bachelor's degree students may earn up to $6,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $15,000 for all academic years.

? Master's degree students may earn up to $4,000 for their first academic year, and a total of $6,000 for all academic years.

Applicants are able to meet eligibility each Full Sail academic year based on academic performance as outlined below.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

In order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Academic Advantage Scholarship must:

? Complete and submit this application and transcripts or test scores as applicable (see next) prior to first day of class

? Applicants who do not meet first academic year eligibility may still apply and be eligible for an award in a future academic year based on their Full Sail University GPA

Undergraduate degree program applicants may:

? Receive an award in their first academic year if they have earned at least one of the following: a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher on a 4.0 scale in their secondary or postsecondary education (minimum of 30 semester credits); an SAT score of 840 or higher; an SAT score prior to 2016 of 1120 or higher; or an ACT score of 17 or higher

? Receive an award in any subsequent academic year if their Full Sail University cumulative GPA is 2.5 or higher

Graduate degree program applicants may:

? Receive an award in their first academic year if they have earned at least one of the following: a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale in their secondary or postsecondary education (minimum of 30 semester credits); an SAT score of 927 or higher; an SAT score prior to 2016 of 1250 or higher; or an ACT score of 19 or higher

? Receive an award in a subsequent academic year if their Full Sail University cumulative GPA is 3.0 or higher

HOW TO APPLY

? Read the application thoroughly and complete the required information below.

? As applicable, submit high school or postsecondary transcripts with final GPA, SAT score, or ACT score prior to the first day of class. Your Full Sail Enrollment Guide can provide additional information on submission of these items.

? Submit the completed scholarship application using the Upload feature or: Email CampusEnrollment@ OR Fax: 407.215.9526 Attn: Admissions

AWARD DETERMINATION

? Applicant's high school or postsecondary transcripts, SAT score, or ACT score will be evaluated to determine eligibility for the first academic year award amount. Applicants do not have to be eligible for the first academic year award in order to be awarded in subsequent academic years.

? Recipients will be notified by the Financial Aid department prior to beginning each academic year, provided the eligibility requirements above are met.

PROVISIONS

? Applicant must be a first-time student and have applied for a Full Sail University campus degree program.

? A change of degree program, interruption of training, or withdrawal may result in cancellation of scholarship award and disbursement. Student understands that a change of student status may impact eligibility.

? Scholarship funds will be disbursed by semester throughout the student's enrollment at Full Sail University.

? Funds from the Academic Advantage Scholarship may only be used toward the tuition of a Full Sail University campus degree program.

? The Academic Advantage Scholarship is nontransferable and has no redeemable cash value.

? The Academic Advantage Scholarship may be combined with most Full Sail University scholarships; some restrictions apply.

? Financial aid is available for those who qualify. ? SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS ARE LIMITED AND WILL REMAIN AVAILABLE

UNTIL DEPLETED.

SCHOLARSHIP

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CREATIVE MINDS

SCHOLARSHIP

MISSION STATEMENT

The Creative Minds Scholarship is designed to identify high school seniors who are exceptionally talented in their written and visual communication, academically successful, and passionate about careers in entertainment, media, and technology. Through the Creative Minds Scholarship program, eligible campus-based Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Fine Arts program participants may receive up to $25,000 toward the tuition of most of Full Sail University's campus-based degree programs.

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CREATIVE MINDS

SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDS

The Creative Minds Scholarship program will award up to $25,000 to eligible high school seniors pursuing Full Sail University campus degree programs. This scholarship fund is limited and will be awarded to all applicants who meet the eligibility requirements and according to the award determination process as outlined below.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

To be eligible for consideration, those applying for the Creative Minds Scholarship must: ? Be a 2024 graduating high school senior earning a standard

high school diploma.

? Have earned at least one of the following: a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 or higher; an SAT score of 927 or higher; an ACT score of 19 or higher.

? Have submitted their Application for Admission by Monday, March 4, 2024.

? Have applied for and met the requirements of a Full Sail University 22- or 27-month campus Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Fine Arts degree program.

? Begin their degree program on one of the following start dates: August 5, September 2, or September 30, 2024.

SCHOLARSHIP

? Have completed and submitted the scholarship application, along with an unofficial high school transcript, SAT score, or ACT score, to Full Sail University via the Full Sail One website by Monday, April 1, 2024.

? Complete the application and an original 500-word essay answering How Has My Creative Mind Led Me to Full Sail University?

? Fulfilling your dream requires a journey and a creative mind. Tell us about your creative journey so far and what decisions, experiences, and achievements have brought you to Full Sail University.

HOW TO APPLY

In order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for the Creative Minds Scholarship must:

? Read the application thoroughly and complete a 500-word essay answering How Has My Creative Mind Led Me to Full Sail University?

? The Creative Minds Scholarship application and essay must be submitted to the Full Sail University Scholarship Committee by Monday, April 1, 2024.

? Submit the unofficial high school transcript or SAT/ACT score, if applicable, via the Full Sail One website by Monday, April 1, 2024.

? Attach the essay by using the attachment feature and submit the completed scholarship application or: Email CampusEnrollment@

AWARD DETERMINATION

? Applicants' unofficial high school transcript, SAT score, or ACT score will be reviewed by a scholarship committee.

? Applicants' essays will be evaluated by a scholarship committee on the following criteria: originality, composition, clarity, and relevance to the topic. Essays judged outstanding will be awarded.

? Recipients will be notified by the Admissions department prior to beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements are met.

? Scholarship amount will be disbursed throughout students' academic years, equally divided between semesters as applicable.

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CREATIVE MINDS

SCHOLARSHIP

PROVISIONS

? Applicants must have applied as a new student to Full Sail University for the August 5, September 2, or September 30, 2024 start date.

? Applicants must have met the entrance requirements for the desired Full Sail University 22- or 27-month campus bachelor's degree program.

? Applicants must have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or confirmed cash payments.

? A change of degree program, interruption of training, or withdrawal from degree program may result in cancellation of the scholarship award and disbursements. Student understands that a change of student status may impact eligibility.

? Final award of scholarship is contingent upon receipt of all required Admissions and Financial Aid documents by assigned start date.

? Students who delay their start date as determined by Full Sail University will forfeit their eligibility.

? Funds from the Creative Minds Scholarship may only be used toward the tuition of a Full Sail University 22- or 27-month campus bachelor's degree program.

? This scholarship is nontransferable and has no redeemable cash value.

? All submissions must abide by Full Sail University's Nondiscrimination Policy. Applicants who submit an essay that does not abide by this policy will be disqualified.

? The Creative Minds Scholarship may be combined with most Full Sail University scholarships; some restrictions apply.

? Financial aid is available to those who qualify.

? SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS ARE LIMITED AND WILL REMAIN AVAILABLE UNTIL DEPLETED

SCHOLARSHIP

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