Academic Achievement Scholarship

Aid type

Scholarships and grants

Need-based aid

Yes

FAFSA required

Award amount

Up to $5,000

Academic division

Day undergraduate

Student status

Returning students

Available to international students

Yes

College

College of Aeronautics
College of Business and Management
College of Communication and Design
College of Education
College of Arts and Sciences

Candidates must be current full-time students who have completed at least two full semesters at Lynn with a 3.5 GPA or higher, and must also exemplify good social standing.

This award cannot exceed $5,000 per academic year. Half the award amount will be disbursed in September, and the second half will be disbursed in February. Priority consideration will be given to students who demonstrate financial need. Students who are U.S. Citizens or Resident Aliens are encouraged to complete the FAFSA.

Priority consideration will be given to returning undergraduate day juniors and seniors.

Eligibility

Priority consideration will be given to returning undergraduate day juniors and seniors.

Instructions

Students who currently receive the scholarship need not reapply.
Students are only eligible if they are paying the regular Lynn University undergraduate tuition.
Complete a FAFSA (if U.S. Citizen or Resident Alien).
Submit an essay that includes:
- opening paragraph stating your program of study, academic standing, GPA, honors and anticipated graduation year
- paragraph summarizing your financial need and other financial aid you are receiving
- paragraph clarifying how the financial difficulties impact other areas of your life
- closing paragraph explaining how completion of your specific degree will enhance your work-life/career path

The deadline for 2024-2025 has passed. Applications for 2025-2026 will be available in December 2024.