FIU Scholarships for 2027 are the no-brainer play for incoming Florida International University freshmen: automatic merit awards worth $1,000 to $24,000 over four years — no separate scholarship application, no FAFSA required. Your admissions application IS your scholarship application.
Key Details
- Program: FIU Gold and Blue Merit Scholarships for admitted first-time-in-college (FTIC) freshmen entering Early Fall / Fall 2027
- Award range: $1,000–$12,000 (Florida residents) / $4,000–$24,000 (non-Florida residents) over four years; cannot be stacked with other FIU merit awards
- Presidential Scholarship: Florida residents get 100% tuition and fees plus a book stipend; non-Florida residents get about $12,000 per year in out-of-state reduction (based on 30 credits)
- National Merit Finalist (non-FL, FIU-funded): 100% tuition and fees + book stipend + 100% housing + meal plan
- Deadline: November 2, 2026 (FL) / December 16, 2026 (non-FL)
About FIU Scholarships 2027
Florida International University hands its freshman merit money automatically. Apply for admission by the early-action deadline with your official SAT, ACT or CLT scores, and you are considered for every FIU merit award — Gold and Blue, Presidential and National Merit Finalist. US citizens, permanent residents and international students with F-1 intent are all eligible.
The Three Headline Awards
- Gold and Blue Merit Scholarships: $1,000–$12,000 for Florida residents and $4,000–$24,000 for non-Florida residents, paid over four years. Cannot be stacked with other FIU merit awards.
- Presidential Scholarship: Florida residents receive 100% tuition and fees plus a book stipend; non-Florida residents receive about $12,000 per year in out-of-state reduction (based on 30 credits).
- National Merit Finalist Scholarship (non-FL, FIU-funded): 100% tuition and fees + book stipend + 100% housing and meal plan. Deadline: May 1, 2027.
Eligibility
- Admitted as a first-time-in-college (FTIC) freshman for Early Fall or Fall 2027
- Submit the admissions application plus official SAT, ACT or CLT scores by the deadline: November 2, 2026 (Florida residents) or December 16, 2026 (non-Florida residents)
- US citizen, permanent resident, or international student with F-1 intent
- No separate scholarship application and no FAFSA required for automatic merit consideration
How to Apply
- Submit your FIU freshman admissions application for Early Fall or Fall 2027
- Send official SAT, ACT or CLT scores so they arrive by November 2, 2026 (FL) or December 16, 2026 (non-FL)
- You are automatically considered for Gold and Blue, Presidential and National Merit Finalist awards — no extra forms
- Watch for your award notification and accept by the stated deadline
Start at FIU’s official merit-scholarships page:
FIU Merit Scholarships – Official Page
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are FIU Gold and Blue scholarships worth?
Gold and Blue awards pay $1,000–$12,000 over four years for Florida residents and $4,000–$24,000 over four years for non-Florida residents. They cannot be stacked with other FIU merit awards.
What does the FIU Presidential Scholarship cover?
Florida residents get 100% tuition and fees plus a book stipend; non-Florida residents get about $12,000 per year in out-of-state reduction based on 30 credits.
What is the FIU scholarships deadline?
Florida residents must apply by November 2, 2026 (early action); non-Florida residents by December 16, 2026. National Merit Finalists have until May 1, 2027.
Do I need a separate application for FIU merit scholarships?
No. Your admissions application plus official SAT, ACT or CLT scores automatically put you in the running — no FAFSA and no separate scholarship form.
Can international students get FIU scholarships?
Yes — international students with F-1 intent are eligible for automatic merit consideration alongside US citizens and permanent residents.
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