Valencia College Global Achievers Award for International Students 2024 (USA)

The Valencia College Global Achievers Award recognizes new, high-achieving, international students who are entering their freshman year. The award amount is $500-$2,500 and is based on merit achievement at the secondary level. A minimum 3.0 grade point average is required. We will evaluate your high school grade point average upon submission of your transcripts. The award is nonrenewable, applied to the first term tuition and fees, and is only open to applicants that have never attended university.

• Table of Content
• About Valencia College
• Valencia College Global Achievers Award
• Aim and Benefits of Valencia College Global Achievers Award
• Requirements for Valencia College Global Achievers Award Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About Valencia College

Located in Orlando, Florida, Valencia College is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and, in 2011, was named the best community college in the nation by the Aspen Institute. As a community college, Valencia primarily offers two-year associate degrees, which transfer to university bachelor’s programs. Compared to a Florida public university, the level of education at Valencia is just the same, but the tuition is 40% less, the class sizes are typically smaller and there are more support resources. With more than 100 countries represented on our camp... continue reading

Valencia College Global Achievers Award

Aim and Benefits of Valencia College Global Achievers Award

The award ranges from $500-$2,500 and is based on merit achievement at the secondary level. 

Requirements for Valencia College Global Achievers Award Qualification

• Must submit a Valencia College application for admission and all required application materials as stated on the ISS Application Requirements page.
• Submit scholarship application including an essay question.
• Will graduate from secondary school by the time of enrollment with a minimum 3.0 grade point average.
• First time in college applicant. Has not previously attended a college or university.
• Plans to enroll as an F-1 visa international student.
• Submits materials by the deadline established.
• Must take full time courses equivalent to at least 12 credit hours in the first semester.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

For more details, visit Valencia College website.