George and Bernice Cooke Foundation Scholarship

The George and Bernice Cooke Foundation Scholarship was established to support nontraditional students.

Eligibility Requirements:
• Undergraduate student
• 3.0 GPA
• Financial Need (as determined by FAFSA)
• US Citizen
• Enrolled for a minimum of 3 credits
• Preference will be given to non-traditional students(Nontraditional student examples: those with delayed enrollment into higher education (ages 24+); attends college part-time; works full time; has dependents other than a spouse; is a single parent etc.)
• Preference will be given to students with a demonstrated interest in women’s issues (as determined by applicant’s personal statement).

The scholarship will be awarded for the Fall 2026-Spring 2027 and will renew annually based on funding availability and student eligibility.

Questions? Contact the Office of Scholarships at 305-348-0349 or scholarships@fiu.edu.

Award
Varies
Deadline
08/15/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Please enter below a personal statement (500 word minimum) that describes your personal and academic goals and how this scholarship will help you fulfill them, as well as demonstrating your interest in women's issues.
  2. Please describe your experence as a "non-traditional" student. (500 word minimum)