2017 SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE

2018SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE

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FULL SAILUNIVERSITYSCHOLARSHIP 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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CAMPUSSCHOLARSHIPS

MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of current and future generations of media professionals. In an eff ort to further this encouragement and development, Full Sail introduces the Full Sail Alumni Scholarship Program. This program is designed to off er assistance to deserving alumni passionate about advancing their career and education in the entertainment media industry. Through the Full Sail Alumni Scholarship Program, eligible participants may receive up to $3,000 toward the tuition of any Full Sail campus degree program.

THE FULL SAIL ALUMNISCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Full Sail Alumni Scholarship Program will award up to $3,000 to eligible Full Sail students enrolled for an additional campus degree program as a returning student. Scholarship amounts will vary.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for an Alumni Scholarship should:

• Have achieved a minimum overall grade of B or better in previous Full Sail coursework (80 overall numeric grade average)

• Have graduated or will graduate from their previous Full Sail campus degree program as a student in good academic and fi nancial standing

• Have demonstrated an exceptional ability and dedication to their desired path in the entertainment media industry

HOW TO APPLY• Full Sail will reference the student’s overall grade

as of the deadline date to confi rm grade eligibility.

• To apply for this scholarship, please contact your Admissions Representative at 800.226.7625.

AWARD DETERMINATIONRecipients will be notifi ed on Propeller: Launch the Tuesday following the application deadline date.

PROVISIONS• Applicants must have applied as a new student to

Full Sail University for a 2018 start date.

• Applicants must have fi lled out a FAFSA or confi rmed cash payments.

• Funds from the Full Sail Alumni Scholarship may be used only towards the tuition of a Full Sail campus degree program.

• The scholarship is nontransferable and has no redeemable cash value.

• Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

• SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS ARE LIMITED AND WILL REMAIN AVAILABLE UNTIL DEPLETED.

THE FULL SAIL ALUMNISCHOLARSHIP

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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of entertainment and media professionals. Through the Anniversary Scholarship, eligible participants may receive up to $10,000 toward the tuition of most Full Sail 20-month campus bachelor degree programs.

ANNIVERSARYSCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Anniversary Scholarship program will award up to $10,000 to eligible Full Sail 20-month campus Bachelor degree program candidates. 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 REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for an Anniversary Scholarship must:

• Complete an Anniversary Scholarship application and an original 250-word essay on “Your Place in the Entertainment Media Industry in Ten Years” prior to the fi rst day of class.

HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this scholarship, please contact your Admissions Representative at 800.226.7625.

AWARD DETERMINATION• 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 notifi ed by the Full Sail University Admissions department prior to beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements above are met.

• Scholarship amount will be disbursed throughout student’s academic years, amount to be divided equally between semesters, as applicable.

PROVISIONS• Applicants must have conducted a formal interview with

their Full Sail Admissions representative.

• Applicants must have applied for a start date beginning April 30, May 28, or June 25, 2018 as a new student to Full Sail.

• Applicants must have met the entrance requirements for the desired 20-month Full Sail bachelor degree program.

• Applicants must have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or confi rmed cash payments.

• An interruption of training, change of degree program, or withdrawal may result in cancellation of scholarship award and disbursement(s). Student understands that a change of student status may impact eligibility.

• The Anniversary Scholarship may be used with other Full Sail University scholarship programs; some restrictions apply.

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

• Students who delay their start date will forfeit eligibility.

• Funds from the Anniversary Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of an eligible Full Sail 20-month campus Bachelor degree program.




ANNIVERSARYSCHOLARSHIP

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MISSION STATEMENT

The Full Sail Dedication Scholarship is designed to encourage and develop future entertainment and media professionals who demonstrate true dedication to achieving excellence within their chosen career path. Through the Dedication Scholarship, eligible participants may receive $1,000 toward the tuition of their Full Sail campus degree program. Students may receive up to $1,000 in additional funding after beginning their education.

DEDICATIONSCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Dedication Scholarship will award $1,000 to eligible campus degree program candidates during their fi rst academic year. Eligible students may be awarded up to $1,000 in additional Dedication Scholarship in their second academic year. This scholarship fund is limited, and will be awarded to all applicants who meet the eligibility requirements according to the award determination process as outlined below.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Dedication Scholarship must:

• Have attended one of Full Sail University’s monthly Behind the Scenes tours or qualifying International Experience Center events prior to and no longer than one year before beginning class.

• Complete this application and an original 250-word essay on Dedication and My Career Dream. Submit these prior to the fi rst day of class in order to be eligible for a $1,000 scholarship award for the fi rst academic year.

• Maintain a minimum, cumulative GPA of 3.0 for fi rst academic year for an additional $500 award.

• Maintain a minimum, cumulative Global Professionalism Standards (GPS) score of 100% for fi rst academic year for an additional $500 award.

HOW TO APPLY• The Dedication Scholarship application must be submitted

to the Full Sail Scholarship Committee prior to the desired start date.


AWARD DETERMINATION• Applicants’ essays will be evaluated by a scholarship committee

on the following criteria: originality, composition, clarity, and relevance to the topic. Applicants’ documentation will be referenced to verify their date of attendance at and completion of a Behind the Scenes Tour. Upon completion of the fi rst academic year, applicants’ GPA and GPS will be referenced for eligibility to receive subsequent awards as applicable.

• Recipients will be notifi ed by the Full Sail University Admissions Department prior to beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements above are met. Active students will be notifi ed by the Academic Success department of any subsequent awards earned.

• The initial $1,000 scholarship award will be disbursed in the fi rst academic year, divided equally between semesters. The additional $500 award/s for attaining the prescribed GPA and/or GPS will be disbursed in the last semester of the second academic year, as applicable.

PROVISIONS• Applicants must have applied for a start date as a new student

to Full Sail University.

• Applicants must 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.

• The Dedication Scholarship may be combined with most Full Sail University scholarship programs. Some restrictions apply.

• Funds from the Dedication Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of a Full Sail campus degree program.




DEDICATIONSCHOLARSHIP

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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University maintains its commitment to taking dreams seriously by off ering the Entertainment & Media Industry Scholarship for Women. This program is designed to off er assistance to deserving women with the potential to make a positive impact on the entertainment industry based on their demonstrated talent, passion, and skills. Through the Full Sail Entertainment & Media Industry Scholarship for Women Program, eligible participants may receive up to $2000 toward the tuition of any Full Sail campus degree program.

FULL SAIL ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRYSCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Full Sail Entertainment & Media Industry Scholarship for Women Program will award up to $2000 to eligible candidates. Scholarship amounts will vary.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS In order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for an Entertainment & Media Industry Scholarship for Women should:

• Be a female fi rst-time student starting a Full Sail University campus degree program.

• Have demonstrated an exceptional ability and dedication to their desired path in the entertainment media industry by submission of a 250-word essay. Original essay is on “How Women Can Have a Positive Impact on the Entertainment and Media Industry.”

HOW TO APPLY• The Entertainment & Media Scholarship for Women

Application must be submitted to the Full Sail Scholarship Committee the Tuesday prior to the desired start date.


AWARD DETERMINATION• Applicants’ submissions will be evaluated by a scholarship

committee on the following criteria: originality, composition, clarity, and relevance to the topic.

• Recipients will be notifi ed via Propeller: Launch, Full Sail’s enrollment portal, on the Tuesday following the application deadline date.

• Scholarship will be disbursed throughout the student’s academic years, amount to be divided equally betweensemesters, as applicable.




• Funds from the Full Sail Entertainment & Media Scholarship for Women may be used only towardsthe tuition of a Full Sail campus degree program.




FULL SAIL ENTERTAINMENT & MEDIA INDUSTRYSCHOLARSHIP FOR WOMEN

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MISSION STATEMENT

The Full Sail Global Achievement Scholarship is designed to encourage and develop future international entertainment and media professionals throughout the world. Through the Global Achievement Scholarship, eligible participants may receive up to $5,000 toward the tuition of their Full Sail campus degree program.

GLOBAL ACHIEVEMENTSCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Global Achievement Scholarship will award up to $5,000 to eligible campus degree program candidates. 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 REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Global Achievement Scholarship must:

• Be a non-US citizen or nonpermanent resident, as defi ned by Full Sail University.

• Complete and submit the Global Achievement application, and an original 250-word essay on “How My Full Sail Education Will Help Me Achieve My Career Dream” prior to the fi rst day of class.

• Applicants must have applied for one of the following immersive campus degree programs:

Computer Animation, Creative Writing, Digital Arts & Design, Entertainment Business, Film, Game Art, Media Communication, Music Business, Recording Arts, Show Production, or Sports Marketing & Media.

HOW TO APPLY• The Global Achievement Scholarship application must be

submitted to the Full Sail Scholarship Committee prior to the desired start date.


AWARD NOTIFICATION• 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 notifi ed by the Full Sail University Admissions Department prior to beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements above are met.

• Scholarship amount will be disbursed throughout student’s academic years, amount to be divided equally between semesters, as applicable.

PROVISIONS• Applicants must have conducted a formal interview with their

Admissions representative.

• Applicants must have applied to Full Sail University for a start date of April 4, 2016 or later.

• Applicants must have applied for a Full Sail University campus degree program.

• Applicants must have met the entrance requirements for the desired Full Sail University campus degree program.


• Students who delay their start date may forfeit eligibility.

• The Global Achievement Scholarship may be used with most other Full Sail University scholarship programs.

• Funds from the Global Achievement Scholarship may only be used toward the tuition of a Full Sail University campus degree program.



GLOBAL ACHIEVEMENTSCHOLARSHIP

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MISSION STATEMENT

The Full Sail Hall of Fame Scholarship is designed to encourage and develop future entertainment and media professionals. Through the Hall of Fame Scholarship, eligible participants may receive up to $10,000 toward the tuition of most Full Sail 20-month campus bachelor of science degree programs.

HALL OF FAMESCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Hall of Fame Scholarship will award up to $10,000 to eligible Full Sail 20-month campus bachelor of science degree program candidates.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Hall of Fame Scholarship must:

• Complete the Hall of Fame Scholarship application and an original 250-word essay on “The Future of the Entertainment Media Industry and Your Contribution Within It” prior to the fi rst day of class.

HOW TO APPLYTo apply for this scholarship, please contact your Admissions Representative at 800.226.7625.


committee on the following criteria: originality, composition, clarity, and relevance to the topic. Essays judged outstanding will be awarded.

• Recipients will be notifi ed by the Full Sail University Admissions Department prior to beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements are met.

• Scholarship will be disbursed throughout the student’s academic years, amount to be divided equally between semesters, as applicable.


their Full Sail Admissions Representative.

• Applicants must have applied for either the January 29, February 26, March 26, 2018 start date.

• Applicants must have met the entrance requirements for the desired 20-month Full Sail bachelor of science degree program.

• Applicants must have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or confi rmed cash payments.

• Final award of scholarship is contingent upon receipt of all Admissions and Financial Aid requirements by start date.

• Students who delay their start date will forfeit their eligibility.

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

• The Hall of Fame Scholarship may be combined with most other Full Sail University Scholarship programs; some restrictions apply.

• Funds from the Hall of Fame Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of a Full Sail 20-month campus bachelor of science degree program.




HALL OF FAMESCHOLARSHIP

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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of media professionals. In an eff ort to further this encouragement and development, Full Sail introduces the Full Sail Merit Scholarship Program. This program is designed to off er assistance to deserving individuals passionate about a career in the entertainment media industry. Through the Full Sail Merit Scholarship Program, eligible participants may receive up to $3,000 toward the tuition of any Full Sail campus degree program.

FULL SAIL MERITSCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Full Sail Merit Scholarship Program will award up to $3,000 to eligible candidates. Scholarship amounts will vary.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Merit Scholarship should:

• Be a minimum of 18 years old or have the consent of a parent(s)/ guardian(s) to attend Full Sail

• Have earned a standard high school diploma

• Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 (B average) scale during their secondary education, or postsecondary (30 semester credits minimum) education

HOW TO APPLY• The Merit Scholarship Application must be submitted

to the Full Sail Scholarship Committee at least two weeks prior to the desired start date.

• Offi cial Final Transcripts must be submitted to the Full Sail Enrollment Department and on fi le at least two weeks prior to start date.

• Full Sail will reference offi cial transcripts to confi rm GPA eligibility.


• Recipients will be notifi ed on Propeller: Launch the Thursday following the application deadline date.

• The scholarship will be disbursed during the student’s fi nal academic year, as applicable.




• Funds from the Full Sail Merit Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of a Full Sail campus degree program.




FULL SAIL MERITSCHOLARSHIP

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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of media professionals. In an eff ort to further this dedication and encouragement, Full Sail introduces the Pathway Scholarship program. The purpose of this program is to aid deserving individuals who are focused on campus bachelor of fi ne arts or bachelor of science degrees. Through the Pathway Scholarship program, eligible participants may receive scholarship funds if need is demonstrated.

PATHWAYSCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Pathway Scholarship program may award up to $35,000 to eligible students. Scholarship amounts may vary.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Pathway Scholarship must:

• Have conducted an entrance interview with their Full Sail University Admissions representative.

• Have applied for admission as a new student to Full Sail University for a campus 29-month bachelor’s degree program.

• Have met the entrance requirements for the desired Full Sail University bachelor’s degree program.

• Have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (www.fafsa.ed.gov) and reviewed their Federal Student Aid Report with a Full Sail University Enrollment Guide.

• Have completed the Enrollment/Financial Aid process and demonstrated need, calculated by a need-based formula.

HOW TO APPLY• The Pathway application must be submitted to the Full Sail

Scholarship Committee prior to the desired start date.


AWARD NOTIFICATION• Recipients will be notifi ed by the Full Sail University Financial

Aid department prior to beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements above are met.

• Scholarship amount will be disbursed throughout student’s academic years at Full Sail University’s discretion based upon fi nancial need and eligibility.

PROVISIONS• A $200 refundable deposit is required prior to starting the

degree program. Students with VA benefi ts are exempt from this requirement.

• An interruption of training, changing degree program, or withdrawal may result in cancellation of scholarship award and disbursement(s). Student understands that a change of student status may impact eligibility.

• The Pathway Scholarship may not be used in conjunction with other Full Sail University scholarships.

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


• Funds from the Pathway Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of an eligible Full Sail University campus bachelor’s degree program.


• Students must have a plan for living expenses while attending class, confi rmed with their fi nancial aid advisor.



PATHWAYSCHOLARSHIP

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MISSION STATEMENT

The STEM Scholarship is designed to encourage and develop future international professionals seeking careers in science, technology, engineering, and math. Through the STEM Scholarship program, eligible participants may receive up to $5,000 toward the tuition of their Full Sail University STEM campus degree program.

STEMSCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe STEM Scholarship program will award up to $5,000 to eligible campus degree program candidates. This scholarship fund is limited and will be awarded to all applicants who meet the eligibility requirements according to the award determination process outlined below.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a STEM Scholarship must:

• Be a non-US citizen or nonpermanent resident, as defi ned by Full Sail University.

• Complete and submit the STEM Scholarship application, and an original 250-word essay, “How My Full Sail Education Will Prepare Me for a STEM Career,” prior to the fi rst day of class.

HOW TO APPLY• The STEM Scholarship application and essay must be

submitted to the Full Sail Scholarship Committee prior to the desired start date.



committee on the following criteria: originality, composition, clarity, and relevance to the topic.

• Essays judged outstanding will be awarded.

• Recipients will be notifi ed by the Admissions department prior to beginning their degree program, provided the above eligibility requirements are met.

• The scholarship amount awarded will be disbursed throughout student’s academic years, divided equally between semesters as applicable.


their Admissions representative.

• Applicants must have applied to Full Sail University for a start date of April 4, 2016 or later.

• Applicants must have applied for one of the following immersive STEM campus degree programs: Cloud Technologies, Game Design, Game Development, Mobile Development, Simulation and Visualization, Software Development, or Web Design and Development.

• Applicants must have met the entrance requirements for the desired Full Sail University campus degree program.



• The STEM Scholarship may be used with most other Full Sail University scholarship programs.

• Funds from the STEM Scholarship may only be used toward the tuition of a Full Sail University campus degree program.




STEMSCHOLARSHIP

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MISSION STATEMENT

The Full Sail Student Support Scholarship is a need-based scholarship designed to aid deserving individuals that are focused on careers in entertainment and media. The scholarship is available to students currently enrolled in any of Full Sail University’s campus or online bachelor of science degree programs, and who meet all eligibility requirements. Nominees will be submitted by a Full Sail University Financial Aid representative.

STUDENT SUPPORTSCHOLARSHIP

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Student Support Scholarship Program will award up to $10,000 to eligible students.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Student Support Scholarship should:

• Have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (www.fafsa.ed.gov) and reviewed their Federal Student Aid Report with a Full Sail University Financial Aid Administrator.

• Have completed the Financial Aid process and demonstrate need, calculated based on a need-based formula.

• Have achieved a minimum overall GPA of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale during their education at Full Sail University.

• Be currently enrolled at Full Sail University for initial awarding.

• Graduate from degree in which the scholarship was awarded for fi nal receipt.

HOW TO APPLYRecipients of the Student Support Scholarship will be submitted by a Full Sail University Enrollment Guide or Financial Aid Administrator. Contact your Enrollment Guide or Financial Aid Administrator for details.

AWARD NOTIFICATION• Recipients will be notifi ed by their Financial Aid

Administrator provided eligibility requirements above are met.

• Award notifi cation will include the Academic Year for which the student is eligible.

PROVISIONS• The Student Support Scholarship may be used with other

Full Sail scholarships.

• Funds from the Student Support Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of a Full Sail bachelor degree program.

• Funds from the Student Support Scholarship can only be applied to tuition balances in the second, third and fourth academic years.

• Scholarship paid upon graduation. Scholarship remains unpaid and is removed from fi nancial aid award if student does not graduate.




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ONLINESCHOLARSHIPS

MISSION STATEMENT

The Courage and Creativity Scholarship is designed to encourage and develop active service members to become future entertainment and media professionals. Through the Courage and Creativity Scholarship program, eligible participants may receive up to $18,500 toward the tuition of their Full Sail University specialized online associate’s degree programs.

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Courage and Creativity Scholarship program will award up to $18,500 to eligible specialized online associate’s degree program candidates. This scholarship fund is limited and will be awarded to all applicants who meet the eligibility requirements according to the award determination process outlined below.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Courage and Creativity Scholarship must:

• Be an active US military service member

• Have met the entrance requirements for the desired Full Sail University online associate’s degree program

• Have completed the enrollment process

HOW TO APPLY• The Courage and Creativity Scholarship application must be

submitted to the Full Sail Scholarship Committee at least one week prior to the desired start date.

• Check with an Enrollment Guide for the deadline applicable to the desired start date.

AWARD NOTIFICATION• Recipients will be notifi ed by their Enrollment Guide prior to

beginning their degree program, provided above eligibility requirements are met.

• The scholarship amount awarded will be disbursed throughout student’s academic years, divided between semesters as applicable.


Full Sail University.

• Applicants must have applied for one of the specialized active-duty tracks for the following online associate’s degree programs: Game Design, Media Communications, or Sports Marketing and Media.

• Applicants must have met the entrance requirements for the desired Full Sail University specialized online associate’s degree program.


• The Courage and Creativity Scholarship may not be used with other Full Sail University scholarship programs.


• Financial aid available for those who qualify.


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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of current and future generations of teachers who want to incorporate the tools of media professionals to create a dynamic learning environment. In an eff ort to further this encouragement and development, Full Sail introduces the Full Sail Education Media Scholarship for Teachers Program. This program is designed to off er assistance to deserving teachers passionate about advancing their career knowledge and educational role. Through the Full Sail Education Media Scholarship for Teachers Program, eligible participants may receive up to $12,000 toward the tuition of the Full Sail Creative Writing Master of Fine Arts, Instructional Design & Technology Master of Science and the Media Design Master of Fine Arts degree programs.

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThis scholarship provides awards of up to $12,000 to eligible students who meet specifi c criteria based on fi nancial need. To determine initial eligibility, all applicants must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) (www.fafsa.ed.gov) and review their Federal Student Aid Report with a Full Sail Financial Aid Advisor.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS In order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for an Education Media Scholarship for Teachers must:

• Currently reside in the United States or Puerto Rico.

• Be certifi ed as a teacher, any grade, Kindergarten through 12. Proof of certifi cation required. Teachers at private or charter schools not requiring certifi cation must submit an offi cial letter from their principal stating their current teaching position and job responsibilities on school letterhead.

• Guidance counselors and other administrators in public education Kindergarten through grade 12, impacting students and teachers on a continual educational basis,may apply with an offi cial letter from their principal or manager stating current position and job responsibilities on school letterhead.

HOW TO APPLYCheck with your Admissions Representative or Financial Aid Administrator for the deadline date applicable to your start date. Deadlines are typically the Friday two weeks prior to the fi rst day of your degree program.

• Full Sail will reference student’s date of application for admission, documentation of teaching certifi cate, or submitted offi cial letters of position, to confi rm eligibility.


AWARD DETERMINATION• Recipients will be notifi ed by the Full Sail University Admissions

department prior to the student beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements above are met.

• Scholarship will be disbursed throughout the student’s academic years, amount to be divided equally between semesters, as applicable.

AWARD NOTIFICATION• Recipients will be notifi ed on Propeller: Launch the Tuesday

following the application deadline date.

• Recipients will be notifi ed by the Full Sail University Financial Aid department prior to student beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements are met.



• Applicants must send in Full Sail’s application for enrollment for the Creative Writing Master of Fine Arts, Instructional Design & Technology Master of Science, or Media Design Master of Fine Arts Degree.

• Applicants must fi ll out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

• Applicants must meet all admission requirements for acceptance into the degree program by the chosen start date.

• Funds from the Full Sail Education Media Scholarship for Teachers may be used only towards the tuition of the Full Sail Creative Writing Master of Fine Arts, Instructional Design & Technology Master of Science, or Media Design Master of Fine Arts Degree Program.

• The Education Media Scholarship for Teachers may be used with other Full Sail scholarship programs.




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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of media professionals. To demonstrate our commitment, Full Sail University introduces the Online Mastery Scholarship program. This program is designed to off er assistance to qualifi ed individuals passionate about a career in the entertainment and media industry.

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Online Mastery Scholarship program will award up to $3,000 to eligible candidates.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for an Online Mastery Scholarship must:

• Have conducted an entrance interview with their Full Sail Admissions Representative.

• Have applied for admission to Full Sail University for an online Master’s degree program.

• Have met the entrance requirements for an eligible Full Sail University online master’s degree program.

• Achieve Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) at the end of the fi rst semester of their Full Sail degree program and be an active full-time student.

HOW TO APPLYThe Online Mastery Scholarship application must be submitted to the Full Sail Scholarship Committee at least one week prior to the desired start date. Check with your Enrollment Guide for the deadline date applicable to your start date.

AWARD DETERMINATION• Full Sail University will reference SAP at the end of

the student’s fi rst semester to confi rm eligibility.

• Scholarship will be disbursed in either the fi rst or second academic year based upon the student’s degree program.

PROVISIONS• A change of degree program, interruption of training, or

withdrawal may result in cancellation of scholarship award and disbursement(s). Student understands that a change of student status may impact eligibility.

• The Online Mastery Scholarship may not be used in conjunction with other Full Sail University scholarships.

• Funds from the Online Mastery Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of eligible online Full Sail master of arts, master of fi ne arts, and master of science degree programs.




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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of media professionals. To demonstrate our commitment, Full Sail University introduces the Momentum Scholarship program. This program is designed to off er assistance to qualifi ed individuals passionate about a career in the entertainment and media industry.

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Momentum Scholarship program will award up to $20,000 to eligible students. Scholarship amounts may vary.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Momentum Scholarship must:

• Have applied for admission as a new student to Full Sail University for an online undergraduate program.

• Have met the entrance requirements for the desired Full Sail University online degree program.



HOW TO APPLY• The Momentum Scholarship application must be submitted

to the Full Sail Scholarship Committee at least one week prior to the desired start date.

• Check with your Enrollment Guide for the deadline date applicable to your start date.

AWARD NOTIFICATION• Recipients will be notifi ed by their Enrollment Guide

prior to beginning their degree program, provided eligibility requirements above are met.

• Scholarship amount will be disbursed throughout student’s academic years, as applicable, based on the student’s tuition need.



• An interruption of training, change of degree program, or withdrawal may result in a cancellation of scholarship award and disbursement(s). Students must understand that a change of student status may impact student eligibility.

• The Momentum Scholarship may be used with the Student Success Scholarship.

• The fi nal award of the scholarship is contingent upon receipt of all required Admissions and Financial Aid documents by your start date.


• Funds from the Momentum Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of a Full Sail University online undergraduate program.




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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of media professionals. To demonstrate our commitment, Full Sail University introduces the Momentum Scholarship program. This program is designed to off er assistance to qualifi ed high school seniors passionate about a career in the entertainment and media industry.

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• Have applied for admission as a high school seniors to Full Sail University for an online undergraduate program.




















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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of media professionals. To demonstrate our commitment, Full Sail University introduces the Momentum Scholarship program. This program is designed to off er assistance to qualifi ed residents of the state of Florida passionate about a career in the entertainment and media industry.

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• Have applied for admission as a resident of Florida to Full Sail University for an online undergraduate program.




















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MISSION STATEMENT

Full Sail University is dedicated to the encouragement and development of future generations of media professionals. To demonstrate our commitment, Full Sail University introduces the Technology Assistance Scholarship program. This program is designed to off er assistance to qualifi ed individuals passionate about a career in the entertainment media industry.

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SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDSThe Technology Assistance Scholarship program will award up to $3,000 to eligible candidates.

MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTSIn order to be eligible for consideration, those applying for a Technology Assistance Scholarship must:

• Have conducted an entrance interview with their Full Sail Admissions Representative.

• Have applied for admission to Full Sail University for an online undergraduate degree program.

• Have met the entrance requirements for an eligible Full Sail University online degree program.

• Achieve Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) at the end of the fi rst semester of their Full Sail degree program and be an active full-time student.

HOW TO APPLY• The Technology Assistance Scholarship application must

be submitted to the Full Sail Scholarship Committeeat least one week prior to the desired start date.

• To apply for this scholarship, please contact your admissions representative at 800.226.7625.

AWARD DETERMINATION• Full Sail University will reference SAP at the end

of the student’s fi rst semester to confi rm eligibility.

• Scholarship will be disbursed in either the fi rst or second academic year based upon the student’s degree program.

PROVISIONS • A change of degree program, interruption of training,

or withdrawal may result in cancellation of scholarship award and disbursement(s). Student understands that a change of student status may impact eligibility.

• The Technology Assistance Scholarship may be used in conjunction with other Full Sail University scholarships for which student is eligible.

• Funds from the Technology Assistance Scholarship may be used only toward the tuition of eligible online Full Sail undergraduate degree programs.




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Documents

2017 SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE