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UF Financial Aid Office

The University of Florida’s Office of Student Financial Affairs offers federal loans to all qualified undergraduate students. You will need to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for any federal loans through UF. The Financial Aid Office also uses the FAFSA form to assess students’ eligibility for small need-based grants ($2,000/year). These grant funds are awarded on a first-come, first serve basis and are limited. To be considered for these grant funds, you should submit your FAFSA form as soon as possible after January 1 for the following academic year.

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Departmental Scholarships/Awards

Patricia Essenpreis Memorial Scholarship

  • Purpose: Support annual scholarships for undergraduate room, board, tuition and possible travel for archaeological field school.
  • Award: $500 to be awarded annually in the spring.

Brendan O’Sullivan Award for Academic Excellence

  • Eligibility: Highest GPA undergraduate graduating senior. Students must write a letter of application for the award.
  • Award: $500 to be awarded annually in the spring.

These awards are provided by the UF Foundation. Explore the full list of scholarships for more information. If you’d like to contribute, learn more about giving to the UF Foundation and the Anthropology Department.