| Overall Rating | Gold |
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| Overall Score | 72.78 |
| Liaison | Kathleen Crawford |
| Submission Date | May 31, 2024 |
Florida Gulf Coast University
PA-8: Affordability and Access
| Status | Score | Responsible Party |
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2.94 / 4.00 |
Kathleen
Crawford Sustainability Coordinator Environmental Health & Safety |
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Provide at least one of the following figures:
64
Percentage of students graduating without student loan debt:
59
Percentage of entering students that are low-income:
30
Graduation/success rate for low-income students:
68
Optional Fields
From the 2023 Equity Report:
Eagle Take Stock in Children Scholarship Agreement
In conjunction with the Take Stock in Children Foundation, FGCU established the Eagle Take Stock in Children Scholarship Agreement. This scholarship serves students from Lee, Collier, Charlotte, and Manatee counties and was created in an effort to continue to provide educational opportunities for a wide range of students by providing them with financial assistance and personal guidance to obtain a college education.
First Generation Matching Grant Scholarship
The First-Generation Matching Grant Program (FGMG) provides need-based grants to
undergraduate students who are enrolled in state universities and whose parents have not earned baccalaureate degrees. Available state funds are contingent upon matching contributions from private sources on a dollar-for-dollar basis. The Office of Financial Aid ranks all eligible applicants on the basis of financial need, determines the award amount for each recipient, and notifies each student of their award. Due to limited funding, not all students that meet eligibility
and deadline requirements will receive this grant. This grant is for 1 year only and is not guaranteed in subsequent years.
Earn to Learn Florida Program
The mission of the Earn to Learn Florida program is to create and sustain a public-private partnership between FGCU and Earn to Learn FL, Inc. to empower eligible low- or moderate income students to complete their education at FGCU on time, career ready, and student debt free.
Student Support Services
Student Support Services (SSS) is a Federal TRIO Program designed to motivate and retain college students throughout their journey towards successfully completing a bachelor’s degree, while also fostering academic success and promoting personal growth. Florida Gulf Coast University is host to two TRIO SSS grants. The SSS Classic Program serves eligible participants majoring in any field of study.
In-State Waivers
In-state waivers are available to enhance campus diversity and academic quality in an ever increasing competitive student market. Waivers are based on the University's established key selection criteria of recruitment, retention, diversity, and service and are awarded to students who are classified as In-State residents. Priority will be given to students who belong to one of these recognized outreach programs: AVID, CROP, Immokalee Foundation, PSEP/Scholars Program Scholars Program, Take Stock in Children, TRIO, Grace Place for Children and Families, Boys and Girls Club of Collier County, Champions for Learning, Scholars Club, and Eagle FSW Leaders Scholars.
Non-Resident Tuition Waiver
This waiver is authorized for non-resident students who attended a secondary school in this state for three (3) consecutive years immediately before graduating from a high school in this state and apply for enrollment in an institution of higher education within 24 months after high school graduation. Undocumented students, including students who have received deferred action
(DACA), may qualify for this waiver.
Eagle Transfer Scholarships
The Eagle Transfer Scholarship, formerly known as the Community College Transfer
Scholarship, is a competitive scholarship for qualified state college transfer students. Recipients are awarded on the basis of financial need, with priority given to students from underserved and or underrepresented areas as it pertains to Florida Gulf Coast University.
Eagle Take Stock in Children Scholarship Agreement
In conjunction with the Take Stock in Children Foundation, FGCU established the Eagle Take Stock in Children Scholarship Agreement. This scholarship serves students from Lee, Collier, Charlotte, and Manatee counties and was created in an effort to continue to provide educational opportunities for a wide range of students by providing them with financial assistance and personal guidance to obtain a college education.
First Generation Matching Grant Scholarship
The First-Generation Matching Grant Program (FGMG) provides need-based grants to
undergraduate students who are enrolled in state universities and whose parents have not earned baccalaureate degrees. Available state funds are contingent upon matching contributions from private sources on a dollar-for-dollar basis. The Office of Financial Aid ranks all eligible applicants on the basis of financial need, determines the award amount for each recipient, and notifies each student of their award. Due to limited funding, not all students that meet eligibility
and deadline requirements will receive this grant. This grant is for 1 year only and is not guaranteed in subsequent years.
Earn to Learn Florida Program
The mission of the Earn to Learn Florida program is to create and sustain a public-private partnership between FGCU and Earn to Learn FL, Inc. to empower eligible low- or moderate income students to complete their education at FGCU on time, career ready, and student debt free.
Student Support Services
Student Support Services (SSS) is a Federal TRIO Program designed to motivate and retain college students throughout their journey towards successfully completing a bachelor’s degree, while also fostering academic success and promoting personal growth. Florida Gulf Coast University is host to two TRIO SSS grants. The SSS Classic Program serves eligible participants majoring in any field of study.
In-State Waivers
In-state waivers are available to enhance campus diversity and academic quality in an ever increasing competitive student market. Waivers are based on the University's established key selection criteria of recruitment, retention, diversity, and service and are awarded to students who are classified as In-State residents. Priority will be given to students who belong to one of these recognized outreach programs: AVID, CROP, Immokalee Foundation, PSEP/Scholars Program Scholars Program, Take Stock in Children, TRIO, Grace Place for Children and Families, Boys and Girls Club of Collier County, Champions for Learning, Scholars Club, and Eagle FSW Leaders Scholars.
Non-Resident Tuition Waiver
This waiver is authorized for non-resident students who attended a secondary school in this state for three (3) consecutive years immediately before graduating from a high school in this state and apply for enrollment in an institution of higher education within 24 months after high school graduation. Undocumented students, including students who have received deferred action
(DACA), may qualify for this waiver.
Eagle Transfer Scholarships
The Eagle Transfer Scholarship, formerly known as the Community College Transfer
Scholarship, is a competitive scholarship for qualified state college transfer students. Recipients are awarded on the basis of financial need, with priority given to students from underserved and or underrepresented areas as it pertains to Florida Gulf Coast University.
A brief description of notable policies or programs to support non-traditional students:
From the 2023 Equity Report:
The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (FASO) is a service-oriented unit within the Division of Student Success and Enrollment Management, with the primary responsibility of assisting students secure the funds necessary to complete an education at FGCU. Given this mission, the FASO staff assumes a proactive role in educating enrolled and prospective students on available financial resources at the federal, state, and institutional level. The office strives to provide timely and accurate financial aid processing that is in full compliance with federal, state, and University regulations.
In recent years, FGCU has established various programs to reach out to all students, including, but not limited to, first generation students and underrepresented populations.
FAFSA Completion Saturdays
Financial Aid staff members partnered with Champions for Learning for an annual event held every Saturday in October. Financial Aid staff members assisted students on an individual basis to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students were informed on the financial aid process in general, as well as important deadlines to be able to maximize their financial aid opportunities and eligibility. The majority of these students are from
underrepresented populations and first-generation college families who benefit greatly from the one-on-one assistance.
Bilingual Financial Aid Staff and Literature
FASO provides FAFSA information in English and Spanish, which is available online and/or on printed materials. Additionally, there are 4 full-time staff members who are fluent in Spanish and 1 staff member who speaks Creole that are available to assist students and/or parents.
Eagle Take Stock in College
Take Stock in College program serves over 6,000 college students attending Florida’s 40 public colleges and universities. The mission of Take Stock in College is to help underrepresented students reach degree attainment, so they achieve success in college, career, and life. The program was developed in
response to research that students in poverty are often ill-prepared for college and less likely to both pursue and complete a degree. FGCU works closely with our enrolled scholars to provide them with the support needed to navigate college and problem-solve issues when they arise.
Student Support Services:
The SSS STEM Program serves eligible participants majoring in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics degree programs. The programs are competitive with a limited number of openings each year. SSS participants must be either a first-generation college student (neither parent/guardian has a 4-year degree), have financial need based on U.S. Federal Income Requirements, or have a
documented disability in order to qualify for the program. The programs are
designed to address the academic and social needs of eligible students enrolled at FGCU. All participants are provided with opportunities for academic coaching, academic peer tutoring, career coaching, computer lab, cultural activities, education & career tips, financial literacy development, graduate school advising, graduate school visits, peer coaching, SOAR summer bridge program, and academic & financial workshops.
The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (FASO) is a service-oriented unit within the Division of Student Success and Enrollment Management, with the primary responsibility of assisting students secure the funds necessary to complete an education at FGCU. Given this mission, the FASO staff assumes a proactive role in educating enrolled and prospective students on available financial resources at the federal, state, and institutional level. The office strives to provide timely and accurate financial aid processing that is in full compliance with federal, state, and University regulations.
In recent years, FGCU has established various programs to reach out to all students, including, but not limited to, first generation students and underrepresented populations.
FAFSA Completion Saturdays
Financial Aid staff members partnered with Champions for Learning for an annual event held every Saturday in October. Financial Aid staff members assisted students on an individual basis to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Students were informed on the financial aid process in general, as well as important deadlines to be able to maximize their financial aid opportunities and eligibility. The majority of these students are from
underrepresented populations and first-generation college families who benefit greatly from the one-on-one assistance.
Bilingual Financial Aid Staff and Literature
FASO provides FAFSA information in English and Spanish, which is available online and/or on printed materials. Additionally, there are 4 full-time staff members who are fluent in Spanish and 1 staff member who speaks Creole that are available to assist students and/or parents.
Eagle Take Stock in College
Take Stock in College program serves over 6,000 college students attending Florida’s 40 public colleges and universities. The mission of Take Stock in College is to help underrepresented students reach degree attainment, so they achieve success in college, career, and life. The program was developed in
response to research that students in poverty are often ill-prepared for college and less likely to both pursue and complete a degree. FGCU works closely with our enrolled scholars to provide them with the support needed to navigate college and problem-solve issues when they arise.
Student Support Services:
The SSS STEM Program serves eligible participants majoring in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics degree programs. The programs are competitive with a limited number of openings each year. SSS participants must be either a first-generation college student (neither parent/guardian has a 4-year degree), have financial need based on U.S. Federal Income Requirements, or have a
documented disability in order to qualify for the program. The programs are
designed to address the academic and social needs of eligible students enrolled at FGCU. All participants are provided with opportunities for academic coaching, academic peer tutoring, career coaching, computer lab, cultural activities, education & career tips, financial literacy development, graduate school advising, graduate school visits, peer coaching, SOAR summer bridge program, and academic & financial workshops.
Estimated percentage of students that participate in or directly benefit from the institution’s policies and programs to support low-income and non-traditional students:
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Website URL where information about the institution’s accessibility and affordability initiatives is available:
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Additional documentation to support the submission:
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Data source(s) and notes about the submission:
Data retrieved from the Common Data Set 2022-2023 and from the IPEDS 2022-2023 Data Collection System/Student Financial Aid 2022-2023
Percentage of students graduating debt free is listed on university's main webpage: https://www.fgcu.edu/
Percentage of students graduating debt free is listed on university's main webpage: https://www.fgcu.edu/
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