SCHOLARSHIPS & AID
Choosing a college is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make.
For more than 135 years, Florida Southern has provided students
with high-impact experiences that lead to successful careers.
Ranked as a “best buy” by U.S. News & World Report and
Washington Monthly, Florida Southern is committed to making
a top-ranked, private education affordable.
FLORIDA SOUTHERN
POINTS OF PRIDE
TOP
10
FOR TEACHER
ENGAGEMENT
– Wall Street Journal
A RAPIDLY RISING
STAR AMONG THE
NATION’S
BEST
PRIVATE
COLLEGES
– Colleges of Distinction
BEST
COLLEGES
INCLUSION IN
The Princeton Review’s
GUIDE
TOP
PRODUCER
OF FULBRIGHT
STUDENTS
ONE OF THE
BEST
AND MOST
INTERESTING
SCHOOLS IN
THE U.S.
– Fiske Guide to Colleges
TOP
10
REGIONAL
UNIVERSITY
IN THE SOUTH
Ranked by
U.S. News and World Report
THREE GUARANTEES
YOU’LL LAND
A PROFESSIONAL
INTERNSHIP
YOU’LL TRAVEL
THE WORLD
YOU’LL GRADUATE
IN FOUR YEARS
FIVE
STUDENT-PRODUCED
MEDIA PLATFORMS
61%
OF FSC CLASSES
HAVE FEWER THAN
20 STUDENTS
OF RECENT GRADUATES PARTICIPATED IN INTERNSHIPS,
PERFORMANCES, STUDY ABROAD, RESEARCH, OR
OTHER HIGH-IMPACT EXPERIENCES
250+ INTERN
AT ORGANIZATIONS LIKE:
Bank of America
•
CitiGroup
•
Disney
•
ESPN
•
FedEx
•
Goldman Sachs
•
Home Depot
•
Mote Marine Laboratory
•
Orlando Health
•
NASA
•
PwC
•
Raymond James
IN EXPERIENTIAL
EDUCATION
EVERY
BIOLOGY MAJOR
participates in a
worldwide research
project, The Tiny Earth
Network, helping to
identify new antibiotics
$60K
SPENT ANNUALLY ON
STUDENT-FACULTY
RESEARCH
40+
EXHIBITS &
PERFORMANCES
ALLOW ARTISTS
TO SHOWCASE
THEIR TALENTS
ONLY
PRIVATE SCHOOL
IN FLORIDA TO PROVIDE
SEMESTER-LONG
INTERNSHIPS WITH THE
WASHINGTON CENTER
50+
TRAVEL OPTIONS
ANNUALLY
to cities like Paris, Rome,
Hong Kong, and Sydney
EXPERIENCE THAT SETS
YOU APART FROM THE REST
Employers and graduate schools look for candidates with experience.
Our three guarantees ensure you’ve honed your skills, connected with a
professional network, and gained valuable expertise in your area of interest.
BUILDING SKILLS
EMPLOYERS SEEK
According to the National Association of Colleges
and Employers’ (NACE) job outlook survey,
hiring employers look for leaders who can
collaborate effectively, communicate meaningfully,
and problem solve efficiently.
At Florida Southern, we are committed to
providing students with hands-on experiences
that build skills employers are looking for.
And research confirms we’re doing just that.
WHAT DO OUR
GRADUATES HAVE
TO SAY?
Alumni agree that through
the skills they gained at FSC,
they were prepared for the
challenges of graduate school
and the workplace.
94%
FEEL CONFIDENT IN
THEIR CRITICAL
THINKING SKILLS
+
88%
FEEL CONFIDENT IN THEIR
WRITTEN AND
ORAL COMMUNICATION
SKILLS
+
86%
HAD OPPORTUNITIES TO
COLLABORATE WITH
OTHER STUDENTS
ON CLASS PROJECTS
TOP 5
ATTRIBUTES
EMPLOYERS LOOK FOR
ON A RÉSUMÉ
1 PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS
2 ABILITY TO WORK IN A TEAM
3 STRONG WORK ETHIC
4 ANALYTICAL/QUANTITATIVE
SKILLS
5 WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
ACCELERATED OPTIONS
Motivated students can put their careers on the fast-track at:
WORTH THE INVESTMENT
Our graduates are highly sought after; you’ll find them at Fortune 500
companies and the nation’s top graduate schools.
RECENT EMPLOYERS
Amazon
CBS*
CitiGroup*
Conde Nast
Disney*
Ernst & Young
ESPN
FedEx Services*
GEICO
Goldman Sachs*
JP Morgan Chase*
KPMG
Hewlett Packard Enterprises*
Lockheed Martin*
Moffitt Cancer Center
NASA
National Geographic
Orlando Magic
Publix Super Markets*
Wells Fargo*
*Fortune 500
OF FSC GRADUATES ARE EMPLOYED,
IN GRADUATE SCHOOL, OR PARTICIPATING
IN MILITARY OR VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
100%
EMPLOYMENT
PLACEMENT RATE
for accounting, education,
computer science, and
nursing students
100%
GRAD SCHOOL
PLACEMENT RATE
for pre-law, pre-theology,
philosophy, and
psychology students
77%
OF GRADUATES
FEEL PREPARED
by their major when
entering graduate school
or the workplace
GOVERNMENT, NON-PROFIT
AND FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMS
Army/Air Force
Fulbright Scholars
Peace Corps
Teach For America
GRADUATE SCHOOL
PLACEMENTS
Boston Conservatory at Berklee
Columbia University
Dartmouth University
Emory University
Florida State University
Georgetown University
Harvard University
Johns Hopkins University
New York University
Purdue University
University of Chicago
Vanderbilt University
Yale University
“Passionate faculty, small class sizes, and the chance to become
involved with local and national campaigns — including an
opportunity to work behind the scenes at the RNC, prepared me for
a career in law and politics.”
— Kassidy Watkins ’19, currently a student Washburn University School of Law
OF FRESHMEN RECEIVE FINANCIAL AID THROUGH
SCHOLARSHIPS, GRANTS, OR LOANS
HOW FLORIDA SOUTHERN
COMPARES
Don’t let the sticker price of a private education discourage you. Florida
Southern is consistently named one of the best values in the country
by trusted guidebooks because we are committed to making the
exceptional experiences we provide affordable for qualified families.
When comparing Florida Southern to other institutions, it’s important to
consider your net price. With scholarships, grants, loans, and other aid
programs, Florida Southern may cost less than similar private schools and
almost the same as a four-year public university.
BEST
COLLEGE
FOR YOUR
MONEY
– Money Magazine
A BEST
VALUE
COMBINING AFFORDABLE
COSTS AND QUALITY
ACADEMICS
– U.S. News and World Report
$50,986
Florida Southern College
$54,280
U.S. News Top-10 Private Regional Universities South
$38,330*
Public 4-Year Out-of-State
$25,418
After Aid at Florida Southern
$21,950*
Public 4-Year In-State
$25,568
FSC AVERAGE AID PACKAGE
(INCLUDING LOANS)
IN 2020-2021
*College Board
A
BEST
BANG
FOR YOUR BUCK
– Washington Monthly
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
$5,000 - $21,000 annually
Based on GPA and test scores, Merit Scholarships
are awarded to recognize dedicated students’ high
school and/or college achievement and support
their quest to further their education. Students are
automatically considered for these awards when
they apply for admission.
TALENT AND SPECIAL INTEREST
SCHOLARSHIPS
Various Amounts
We reward students who have demonstrated
exemplary performance in the arts and athletics.
Students majoring in art, dance, film, interactive and
game design, music, and theatre may audition or
submit a portfolio for consideration. Special interest
scholarships are available to valedictorians and
salutatorians, ROTC students, and student
siblings while enrolled full-time at Florida Southern.
We also offer a variety of faith-based awards to
students who are members of the United Methodist
Church, children of United Methodist ministers,
as well as scholarships for students pursuing careers
in ministry.
PREMIER & PRESTIGE
SCHOLARSHIPS
Full Tuition and Full Ride
The Hollingsworth Scholarship, our premier
scholarship opportunity, provides a full-ride to students
who show exemplary academic and leadership
abilities. The C.V. McClurg Scholarship (full-tuition)
and Marcene Christoverson Scholarship (various
amounts) recognize students who are committed to
making the most of their Florida Southern experience.
The priority deadline is November 15 and applications
must be submitted no later than January 3. Qualifying
students will be invited to apply, and finalists selected
for a formal interview.
GEORGE JENKINS SCHOLARSHIP
Full Ride +
The George Jenkins Scholarship is a competitive,
need-based merit scholarship that awards deserving
students a full-ride scholarship covering the total
cost of tuition and fees, room, meals, books, and
supplies, along with an annual stipend for personal
expenses and a laptop computer. Applications are
due by January 31, and like our Premier and Prestige
Scholarships, finalists will be selected for a formal
interview.
WE’LL INVEST IN YOU
The largest percentage of aid that our students receive comes from
Florida Southern. FSC scholarships recognize outstanding achievements
in academics, service, leadership, athletics, and extracurricular involvement.
Our scholarships are awarded for all four years as long as students
continue to meet award criteria.
99%
OF FRESHMEN RECEIVE
MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS
OR GRANTS
77%
OF ALL STUDENTS’
FINANCIAL AID
COMES FROM
FLORIDA SOUTHERN
COLLEGE
$51 MILLION
IN FINANCIAL AID AWARDED ANNUALLY
4
PRESTIGE
SCHOLARSHIP
PROGRAMS
MAKING A TOP-RANKED
EDUCATION AFFORDABLE
We are committed to partnering with you and your family to make Florida
Southern affordable. In fact, our commitment ensures the educational
experiences we provide are accessible to all families. Florida Southern
draws students from all different socioeconomic backgrounds.
AVERAGE HOUSEHOLD INCOMES OF ENTERING FRESHMEN
$80,000-$119,999
$160,000+
$120,000-
$159,999
$40,000-
$79,999
$0-$39,999
26%
18%
22%
16%
18%
PARTNERSHIP APPROACH
Throughout the financial aid process, we provide in-depth guidance and
counseling as we talk through payment options that meet your family’s
needs for the four years you’ll be part of our community. It is also important
to discuss with your family what each of you is comfortable contributing
toward your college education. Through a combination of Florida Southern
scholarships and grants, state and federal aid, and student and family
contributions, an FSC education is well within reach.
BORROWING SMARTLY
We know the idea of student loans can be intimidating, but responsible
borrowing can be an important part of the student contribution. In fact,
86 percent of our students borrow through federal loan programs to help
fund their Florida Southern education. Our students graduate with less
debt than the national average — and because of our successful outcomes,
our students are able to pay down their loans.
86%
OF FSC STUDENTS
TAKE ADVANTAGE
OF STUDENT LOANS
TO HELP FUND THEIR
EDUCATION
$37,851*
AVERAGE COST OF
A NEW CAR IN 2020
*Kelley Blue Book
$25,576
AVERAGE TOTAL
STUDENT LOAN DEBT
FOR FSC GRADS
FSC STUDENTS
BORROW
22%
LESS*
THAN OTHERS
ATTENDING PRIVATE
COLLEGES
*College Board
AVERAGE MONTHLY STUDENT LOAN PAYMENT
AFTER FLORIDA SOUTHERN
$244 =
30
+
2
SEMESTERS
Pay your bill in
full by dividing your
out-of-pocket balance
into two easy payments
10
MONTHS
Use our payment service to
divide your annual costs
into an interest-free,
monthly payment plan
10
YEARS
The Parent PLUS loan
can minimize expenses
by spreading the balance
over 10 years with an
interest-incurring loan
FLEXIBLE PAYMENT OPTIONS
We provide flexible options for parents contributing
to their child’s educational expenses
AN INVESTMENT OF A LIFETIME
A college education is an investment that will pay you back for the rest
of your life. A degree from Florida Southern will open doors, facilitate
connections, and give you the skills to make a difference in your community
and the world around you.
GRADUATE ON TIME
Research shows only one out of every four students in the United States graduates with a
bachelor’s degree in four years. Students who take six years to complete their degree can
expect to spend up to 40 percent more on their education. At Florida Southern, we believe
you shouldn’t have to pay for more than four years of college. Our graduation guarantee
ensures that if you follow a few simple guidelines, you’ll graduate on time — or we’ll cover
the remaining costs of your tuition.
EARN MORE
Our commitment to hands-on learning presents you with opportunities to intern,
study abroad, perform, conduct research, and present at conferences around the world —
experiences that will build your résumé and make you marketable to top employers.
MAKE AN IMPACT
From leading Fortune 500 companies to building a brighter future for children in Haiti,
Mocs are making a difference in the world — and they credit their success to the education
they received here. Florida Southern will be one of the very best investments that you make.
$84K
MID-CAREER SALARY
FOR FSC ALUMS*
*Payscale.com
45%
HIGHER
GRADUATION RATE
THAN THE
NATIONAL AVERAGE*
*National Center for Educational
Statistics
U.S. NEWS &
WORLD REPORT
consistently names
Florida Southern as a
Best Value Regional University
based on the quality of the
education we provide versus
the actual cost.
A BEST
VALUE
IN THE SOUTH
“At FSC, we’re made to feel we can do anything! Living in an inspiring
environment surrounded by caring people is what encouraged me to
found my own company — a non-profit that provides healing to
people all over the world.”
— Ricky Marton ’14, CEO, Be Robin Hood
54%
OF FSC ALUMNI
SAY THEIR JOB
MAKES THE WORLD
A BETTER PLACE*
*Payscale.com
Ofce of Admissions
111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive
Lakeland, FL 33801-5698
863.680.4131
southern.edu
STEP 1: APPLY FOR ADMISSION
As soon as you do, you’ll be automatically
considered for a merit scholarship.
You’ll be notified of your award in your
acceptance packet.
STEP 2: COMPLETE YOUR FAFSA
You’ll find the application at fafsa.ed.gov.
Our FAFSA code is 001488.
FINANCIAL AID
NEXT STEPS:
We’ve made applying for financial aid simple.
That’s it!
We’ll prepare your personal financial aid award package that will
include all of the institutional, state, and federal aid you’ll receive.
We also offer one-on-one counseling to review your financial aid
offer and discuss your payment options. Schedule an in-person
or phone appointment with your Admissions counselor.
Contact us at 863.680.4131 or fscadm@southern.edu.