Here are some frequently asked questions (FAQ) about the 100% Florida Medallion Scholarship for students who attend a Florida community college. If you want further information contact the Financial Aid office on the Lakeland or Winter Haven campus or call 863-297-1004.

• Why has the award amount changed for Florida Medallion Scholars  who attend Florida public community colleges?

The 2006 Florida Legislature amended section 1009.535, Florida Statute; beginning fall 2006, Florida Medallion Scholars who choose to attend a Florida public community college may receive an award of 100% of their tuition and fees for college credit courses leading toward an associate degree.

• Are certificate or diploma programs allowable under the 100% Florida Medallion Scholarship award?

No, the 100% Florida Medallion Scholarship award covers college credit courses leading toward an associate degree.

• Does the 100% Florida Medallion Scholarship award include the $300 per term allowance for college-related expenses?

No, only the Florida Academic Scholarship award permits the $300 per term allowance for college-related expenses.

• Does the 100% Florida Medallion Scholarship award include lab fees?

Yes, the 100% Florida Medallion Scholarship award includes lab fees up to $300 per semester.

• Does this new funding amount apply to Florida Medallion Scholarship renewal students?

Yes, Florida Medallion Scholarship renewal students who attend a Florida public community college and who are taking college courses leading toward an associate degree may receive 100% of tuition and fees beginning fall 2006.

• Are Gold Seal Vocational Students who renew as Florida Medallion Scholars eligible to receive 100% of their tuition and fees?

Yes, students who as of fall 2006 are Florida Medallion Scholarship eligible students and attend a Florida public community college and are taking college courses leading toward an associate degree may receive 100% of tuition and fees beginning fall 2006.

• Are Florida Academic Scholars who renew as Florida Medallion Scholars eligible to receive 100% of their tuition and fees?

Yes, students who as of fall 2006 are Florida Medallion Scholarship eligible students and attend a Florida public community college and are taking college courses leading toward an associate degree may receive 100% of tuition and fees beginning fall 2006.

• Which Florida public community colleges are eligible for this program?

Polk Community College and the other 27 Florida community colleges and their branch campuses or centers are eligible. Please see the Division of Community Colleges website for additional information, www.fldoe.org.

• Are community college students who have earned an associate degree and are working on baccalaureate prerequisites eligible to receive the 100% Florida Medallion Scholarship?

A student must be classified at a Florida community college as an associate degree-seeking student to receive the 100% funding.

If you want further information about the Florida Medallion Scholarship contact PCC's  Financial Aid office on the Lakeland or Winter Haven campus or call 863-297-1004.

Page last updated: 06/29/2006                                                       PCC Home