Outside Scholarships
A wide range of external scholarships are available for students. These scholarships can be funded by foundations, business, donors, and other organizations outside of Jax State. Outside scholarships can be a great way to help pay for college.
When searching for additional scholarship opportunities, start locally! Many employers, local organizations, clubs, etc. offer scholarships. Some businesses may even provide scholarships to employees' children. Other organizations like Elks Club, Lions Club, and Boy or Girl Scouts of America often have scholarships available as well.
It's also a good idea to explore scholarships connected to your future career field. Professional associations, social organizations, and specific industry groups often provide financial support to students preparing to enter their professions.
Check out some of the free scholarship websites below:
- Fastweb
- Scholarships.com
- Sallie Mae Scholarship Search
- College Board
- Alabama College Counts Scholarship
- Hispanic Scholarship Fund
- Scholarships for Students with Health Conditions
If you are awarded an outside scholarship, the check should be mailed directly to the Jax State Financial Aid Office. Be sure to include your full name and Jax State Student ID number so it can be applied correctly. Please note that receiving outside scholarships may affect the amount of federal financial aid you are eligible to receive.
Potential DACA Student Scholarship Resources*
Potential DACA Student Scholarship Resources*
Birmingham Promise Scholarship
In partnership with Birmingham Promise, Jacksonville State University accepts the Birmingham Promise Scholarship for students who are admitted to Jax State as first-time, full-time freshmen in the academic year directly following high school graduation from a Birmingham City School, beginning with the graduating high school class of 2020 and continuing for subsequent graduating classes.
Any high school senior who is enrolled at the following Birmingham City schools can apply for the Birmingham Promise Scholarship: George Washington Carver, Huffman, Jackson-Olin, A H Parker, Ramsey, Wenonah, and Woodlawn. Graduates of Birmingham City Schools starting in 2020 are eligible.
Enrollment Verifications
Some scholarship donors require you to send them an Enrollment Verification before funds can be sent to Jax State. For information on Enrollment Verification, please visit the Registrar's Office website.
Scholarship checks should be mailed to:
Jacksonville State University
Financial Aid Office
700 Pelham Road North
Jacksonville, AL 36265
*Jax State is not affiliated with any of these sites. Students should read all requirements before applying for any outside scholarships.