Financial Aid
As a public institution, NWSA accepts funds offered through the Federal Student Aid program. Students should complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) each academic year at fafsa.gov.
Miami Dade College Financial Aid
305-237-9300
FAFSA ID MDC Wolfson Campus: 014631
University of Florida Office for Student Financial Affairs
352-392-1275
FAFSA ID: 001535
Scholarship
Apply for year-round awards using MDC and UF scholarship search webpages.
www.mdc.edu/financialaid/scholarships/
admissions.ufl.edu/afford/scholarships
NWSA scholarship is awarded annually and is based on merit. Award may be applied to MDC or UF tuition and fees.
State Grants and programs
American Dream Scholarship
Miami Dade College’s Future Ready Miami-Dade Scholarship ensures all Miami-Dade County residents can complete an associate degree at Miami Dade College tuition-free. This scholarship covers costs not covered through other grants, financial aid, and scholarships.
Who is Eligible?
High school graduates who have earned a standard high school diploma, GED, or home school diploma in Miami Dade County during the May-July 2024 period (without a previous degree). Students must submit an application and have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.0.
What is Covered?
The scholarship funds will be applied at the in-state tuition rate after all other resources available to cover tuition and fees have been applied. This includes Shark Pack digital materials.
Duration
The scholarship covers up to 60 credits toward the completion of an associate degree. Students have the opportunity to earn badges and career certificates as they progress toward the associate degree.
More information about the Future Ready Scholarship.
Future Ready
Miami Dade College’s Future Ready Miami-Dade Scholarship ensures all Miami-Dade County residents can complete an associate degree at Miami Dade College tuition-free. This scholarship covers costs not covered through other grants, financial aid, and scholarships.
Who is Eligible?
High school graduates who have earned a standard high school diploma, GED, or home school diploma in Miami Dade County during the May-July 2024 period (without a previous degree). Students must submit an application and have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.0.
What is Covered?
The scholarship funds will be applied at the in-state tuition rate after all other resources available to cover tuition and fees have been applied. This includes Shark Pack digital materials.
Duration
The scholarship covers up to 60 credits toward the completion of an associate degree. Students have the opportunity to earn badges and career certificates as they progress toward the associate degree.
More information about the Future Ready Scholarship.
MDC Presidential Scholars
The Presidential Scholars Program offers competitive scholarships to high school students based on academic achievement. The awards cover tuition and fees, plus a stipend for living expenses. In addition, scholars will be invited to participate in unique co-curricular opportunities of career preparation, leadership development, academic research, civic engagement trips, social events and more.
Who is Eligible?
High school graduates who have earned a standard high school diploma, GED, or home school diploma in Miami Dade County during the May-July 2024 period (without a previous degree). Students must have a cumulative high school weighted GPA of 3.50 or above.
What is Covered?
The scholarship covers tuition and fees for all semesters at the in-state tuition rate. Recipients will also receive a $500.00 stipend during the fall and spring terms and $250.00 during the summer term.
Duration
The scholarship covers up to 60 credits toward the completion of an A.A. or A.S. degree, or whichever comes first.
More information about the Presidential Scholars award.
Rising Scholars
The Rising Scholars Program provides free tuition for up to two years, plus academic and co-curricular experiences to equip students with the knowledge, resources, and skills for success.
Who is Eligible?
High school graduates who have earned a standard high school diploma, GED, or home school diploma in Miami Dade County during the May-July 2024 period (without a previous degree).
What is Covered?
The Rising Scholars funds will be applied at the in-state tuition rate after all other resources available to cover tuition and fees have been applied.
Duration
The scholarship covers all credits during the initial summer term and up to 60 credits toward completion of an A.A. or A.S. degree, whichever comes first.
More information about the Rising Scholars award.
Payment Plans
Miami Dade College offers a payment plan through Nelnet. Make college more affordable by paying for tuition and fees over time. Tuition payment plans break down your tuition balance into affordable monthly payments. There's no interest, payment options are flexible, and setup fees are affordable. Visit MDC’s Nelnet Payment Plan page for more information.
Beginning Fall 2024, University of Florida offers current term payment plans, which will offer 4-equal payment plans for eligible students and charges. More information is available on UF’s Payment Options page.