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Quick Facts

  • 4 - Number of graduate programs in the college ranked in the top 100 nationwide by U.S. News and World Report in March 2011
  • 147 - Number of students receiving full-tuition scholarships in 2010-11 with federal grant support secured by the college
  • 100% - Percent of Doctor of Physical Therapy graduates (inaugural class) who passed the national certification exam on the first try (national average is 88%)
  • 2 - Number of programs in the college that are the sole offering in the field in Florida (health care informatics and research administration)
  • 2011 - Year that undergraduate social work coordinator and Instructor Robin Kohn won the national Outstanding Advising Award in Faculty Advising
  • 3 - Number of human rights centers being established in southern Russia by Associate Professor K. Michael Reynolds
  • 22% - Percent of international students in the Doctoral Program in Public Affairs in 2010-11
  • 800 - number of students majoring in legal studies in 2010-2011
  • > 1,000 - Number of children and adults with speech, language and hearing problems served by the Communication Disorders Clinic in 2010-2011

Scholarship Opportunities

Opportunities for both undegraduate and graduate students 2011-2012

COLLEGEWIDE

CHERYL EVANS GREEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at the University.
  • Preference for undergraduate student enrolled in the College of Health and Public Affairs, or students with a minor in African American Studies or students in the Black Faculty and Staff Association Legacy Mentoring Program.
  • Must have a minimum grade point average of 2.5 overall.
    AWARD:     $500
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must have completed 90 semester hours and be classified a senior enrolled in the College of Health and Public Affairs
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.2 GPA
  • Must be enrolled in 12 semester hours during semester of award
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on why he/she is applying for the scholarship and what personal and professional goals he/she hopes to achieve in the next 10 years
  • Must provide a letter of recommendation from a faculty member from the College of Health and Public Affairs
    AWARD: $1,000
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

JOHN L. MICA PUBLIC SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student in the College of Health and Public Affairs 
  • Must be a sophomore, junior or senior
  • Must have a minimum overall 2.5 GPA
  • Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Must be actively pursuing a career in public service as demonstrated by involvement in extracurricular activities, volunteer service or employment
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on his/her career aspirations and involvement in public service
    AWARD:     $800
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

CRIMINAL JUSTICE AND LEGAL STUDIES

ASIS FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student majoring in criminal justice
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Financial need given preference as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2010-2011
  • Must provide a 250-word narrative describing his/her plan for a career in the security profession, including degrees and/or professional development courses, applicable memberships and specific areas of interest
  • Must provide a letter of recommendation from a faculty member (This letter is not due until the applicant is offered an interview and does not need to be submitted with the initial application.)
    AWARD:     Various amounts available
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

CRIMINAL JUSTICE LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF DEBBIE PHILLIS

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student majoring in criminal justice
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Must demonstrate involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on his/her involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
    AWARD: $1,000
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

CRIMINAL JUSTICE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student majoring in criminal justice
  • Must be a senior and have completed at least twelve (12) hours of criminal justice course work
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA and a minimum GPA of 3.2 in criminal justice course work
  • Preference shall be given to applicants who demonstrate involvement in clubs and organizations, volunteer leadership positions, and community service
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on his/her involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and professional goals
    AWARD:     $500
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

GEORGE DESALVIA MEMORIAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student majoring in criminal justice
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must demonstrate involvement in clubs and organizations, volunteer leadership positions, and community service
  • Must submit essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on his/her involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and professional goals
    AWARD: 2 awards at $1,000 each
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

AMY KURITAR LOHRMANN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as full-time undergraduate student majoring in criminal justice
  • Must be a junior or senior
  • Have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Preference shall be given to applicants who demonstrate involvement in clubs and organizations, volunteer leadership positions, and community service
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on his/her involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and professional goals
    AWARD:     $1,000
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
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DETECTIVE BARRY PRUETTE MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP/ROTARY CLUB SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student majoring in criminal justice
  • Must provide a 750 word narrative describing his/her career goals
  • Must be pursuing a career in the criminal justice field in law enforcement (local, state or federal) and must not have a criminal record
  • Must be available to interview with the scholarship committee and attend a Rotary Club Breakfast for presentation of the award (if selected)
    AWARD:     $1,000  
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
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THE JENNIFER KESSE ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time graduate student majoring in criminal justice
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must provide a 500-word narrative describing his/her impact on the community through community service activities.
    AWARD:     $1000
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
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MARGARET M. SAMET MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student majoring in criminal justice or legal studies
  • Must be a sophomore, junior or senior
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Preference shall be given to applicants who demonstrate involvement in clubs and organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on professional goals and current involvement in extra-curricular activities and community service, including volunteer work
    AWARD:     $400
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

 

HEALTH CARE INFORMATICS

NCG MEDICAL SCHOLARSHIP IN HEALTH CARE INFORMATICS

  • Must be enrolled as graduate student in the College of Health and Public Affairs' masters program in Health Care Informatics.
  • Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Preference shall be given to students who are currently employed health care providers in the field of nursing or other working health professionals
    AWARD:     2 scholarships at $1,000 each
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

 

HEALTH INFORMATICS AND INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

CAROL J. BARR ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as full-time or part-time undergraduate student, entering their senior year, in the health information management program
  • Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Must have a minimum overall 2.8 GPA and overall 3.3 HPA in health information management course work
  • Must attach a current resume and 2 letters of recommendation
  • Must submit 250 word answer to each of the following questions:
    • 1. Please state your views on the importance of each of the following as it may affect your future in the HIM profession:
      • a. Continuing education (formal or informal)
      • b. Participation in professional organizations (now and in the future)
      • c. Developing your leadership abilities through job related or other activities
    • 2. What role do you think technology will play in the future development of the HIM profession?
    • 3. Tell us about your related work/volunteer achievements as they relate to your future career in the HIM profession.
      AWARD:       $150
      DEADLINE:       October 7, 2011
      Click here for application

HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION ALUMNI CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a graduate student in the College of Health and Public Affairs' masters program in Health Services Administration
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.5 GPA
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on involvement in professional organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
    AWARD: $500
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

LEGAL STUDIES

THE MOTT LAW FIRM ENDOWED SCHOLARHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student majoring in legal studies
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on career path after graduation
  • Top 5 applicants must be available for a face-to-face interview with the selection committee
    AWARD:     $1,000
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

LEGAL STUDIES INTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF DEBBIE PHILLIS

  • Please note this scholarship will be awarded during the fall semester. -Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student majoring in legal studies
  • Must be enrolled in an unpaid internship in the fall semester
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Must demonstrate involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
    AWARD: $1,000
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student majoring in legal studies
  • Must be at least a sophomore
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must demonstrate involvement in leadership positions and community service
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on how the receipt of the scholarship will aid in the achievement of his/her personal and professional goals
    AWARD:     2 scholarships at $1,000 each
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
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LEGAL STUDIES PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIP

  • Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student majoring in legal studies
  • Applicant must write a one page (double spaced) essay on their leadership in student organizations
  • Applicant must demonstrate financial need by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
    AWARD:     Multiple awards available (amounts will vary)
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
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UCF LEGAL KNIGHTS & FRIENDS ALUMNI CHAPTER SCHOLARSHIP

  • Applicant must be enrolled as a full-time junior or senior majoring in legal studies
  • Applicant must be a member of Pi Alpha Delta (PAD), pre-law fraternity
  • Applicant must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on his/her career goals after law school graduation
    AWARD:     3 awards at $500 each
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
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PHYSICAL THERAPY

JACK D. HOLLOWAY ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a 3rd year full-time doctoral student in the College of Health and Public Affairs, DPT Program
  • Applicant must submit a three page essay stating his/her previous, current and future pediatric experiences
  • Must have an interest in pediatric physical therapy
    AWARD:     2 awards at $3,000 per semester (for fall and spring)
    DEADLINE:     September 19, 2011 - EARLY DEADLINE
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NIRVANA HEALTH SERVICES ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time student in the Doctoral Program in Physical Therapy (DPT)
  • Must hold a minimum 3.0 overall grade point average
  • Must submit scholarship application and degree audit
  • Must demonstrate volunteer activities in the community
  • Must provide one-page essay on post-graduation career path
    AWARD:     $1,000
    DEADLINE:     October 14, 2011
    Click here for application

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION INTERNSHIP SCHOLARSHIP IN MEMORY OF DEBBIE PHILLIS

  • Please note this scholarship will be awarded during the fall semester.
  • Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate or graduate student majoring in public administration
  • Must be enrolled in an unpaid internship during the fall semester
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Must demonstrate involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
    AWARD:     $1,000
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

VHB MLLERSELLEN ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time graduate student in the Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning program.
    AWARD: 2 awards at $1,000
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS (Doctoral Students)

DR. THOMAS T. H. WAN SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time doctoral student in the College of Health and Public Affairs, Doctoral Program in Public Affairs
  • Must have completed at least two years of the doctoral program in the College of Health and Public Affairs
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.75 GPA
    AWARD:     $1,000
    DEADLINE: October 7, 2011
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GERALD-MARK BREEN MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time doctoral student in the College of Health and Public Affairs
  • Must write a one page (double spaced) essay on his/her career goals after graduation
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.5 GPA
    AWARD:     $1,000
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

SOCIAL WORK

DAWN BRETT MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time or part-time undergraduate student majoring in social work
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA and a minimum GPA of 3.2 in social work course work
  • Preference shall be given to applicants who demonstrate involvement in clubs and organizations, volunteer leadership positions, and community service
  • Preference shall be given to applicants who have an interest in child welfare
    AWARD:     $500
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

MARLENE RICHMOND MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student majoring in social work
  • Must be at least a junior or senior
  • Have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on how the scholarship will aid in the achievement is his or her personal and professional goals
    AWARD: $150
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application

PATRICIA T. BARNES MEMORIAL ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must have completed at least two courses in the aging studies certificate program
  • Preference shall be given to applicants specializing in Alzheimer's and/or dementia
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must demonstrate financial need as determined by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for 2011-2012
  • Must demonstrate involvement in leadership positions and community service
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) outlining his/her career and educational goals
    AWARD: $200
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
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JUDITH G. THAMES ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIP

  • Must be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student majoring in social work
  • Must have a minimum overall 3.0 GPA
  • Must provide a brief essay (one page, double spaced, 12 point font) on involvement in clubs, organizations, volunteer leadership positions and community service
    AWARD:     $1,000
    DEADLINE:     October 7, 2011
    Click here for application
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