FGCU President's Gold Scholarship and Undergraduate Research Fellowship

Merit award granted to incoming first-year scholars demonstrating outstanding high school academic metrics and leadership potential.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: High school weighted GPA of 3.9+ and SAT 1320+ or ACT 28+.
English language proficiency: English proficiency.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: Admissions application file and scholarship questionnaire.
Recommendation letters: Counselor recommendation.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $5,000 per academic year for up to four years
Application fee: None
Tuition / joining costs: Subsidized via scholarship

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 28, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Florida Gulf Coast University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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