Get Ahead with Summer Classes.
Summer 2023 Aid Available
| PROGRAM | AWARD AMOUNT | ENROLLMENT CRITERIA | TYPE | HOW TO APPLY | ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FGCU Summer Grant | $1,500 | Minimum 6 credits | Need Based | 2022-2023 FAFSA | Limited funding available. |
| Pell Grant | Varies | Minimum 6 credits* | Need Based | 2022-2023 FAFSA | Summer Pell award available even if student received full Pell award during fall and
spring terms. Award amount varies based on EFC and number of enrolled hours. Students with an EFC above 5,500 will require ¾ time
(9-11 credit hours) enrollment status in order to qualify for a Pell Award. Students with an EFC above
6,000 will require full-time (12+ credit hours) enrollment status in order to qualify for a Pell Award. *Summer Pell award for students enrolled in less than 6 credits may be available only if fall/spring enrollment was less than full-time. |
| FL Bright Futures Academic | 100% tuition | Minimum 6 credits | Merit Based | Florida FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION | First-time-in-college students must complete the Florida Financial Aid Application. Returning students do not have to reapply; however, must meet Bright Futures standards. |
| FL Bright Futures Medallion | 75% tuition | Minimum 6 credits | Merit Based | FLORIDA FINANCIAL AID APPLICATION | First-time-in-college students must complete the Florida Financial Aid Application. Returning students do not have to reapply; however, must meet Bright Futures standards. |
| Federal Student Loans | Varies |
Minimum 6 credits * |
N/A | 2022-2023 FAFSA | Award amount based on remaining 2022-23 loan eligibility. If you wish to take out a summer loan, you may fill out a loan request form after you register for summer classes by logging in to Gulfline and going to the Financial Aid tab. *The enrollment criteria for Graduate Students is a minimum of 5 credits. |
Attending Another Florida Institution for Summer?
Complete the Transient Application at FloridaShines
Questions?
If you have questions about summer aid eligibility, Contact Us or come meet with our staff in person, Monday-Friday from 8am – 5pm.
