The George W. Jenkins Scholarship is funded through Publix Super Markets Charities. This four year scholarship is awarded to students based on academic merit, financial need, and an essay that demonstrates a history of overcoming significant adversity. The scholarship is valued at more than $62,000 for the 2015-2016 academic year. Scholarship Criteria:
- Residency: Open only to U.S. citizens who are residents of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee, graduating from a high school within their homes state, and enrolling full time at the University of Miami.
- Academics: Minimum GPA of 3.75 n a 4.0 scale and a well-rounded college preparatory curriculum.
- Personal History: Participation in school or community activities, a strong work ethic, and a history of overcoming significant adversity.
- Financial Need: High financial need, as determined through the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE.