The Machen Florida Opportunity Scholarship (MFOS) assists historically low-income first-generation college students in meeting their college costs. First-generation in college is defined as neither of the student’s parents or legal guardians have earned a bachelor’s degree.
The MFOS program provides recipients a full grant and scholarship package to earn a bachelor’s degree at the University of Florida.
You will also receive mentorship and comprehensive support programming to provide you with a positive and successful student experience at the University of Florida.
Who is eligible?
Students must be admitted into the University of Florida as a first-year student. Students are selected based on the information provided on the UF Admission Application and Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Beginning in the 2022-2023 academic year, for a student to be eligible, parents’, stepparents’, or legal guardians’ combined total income be below $55,000; parents’, stepparents’, or legal guardians’ assets must be below $35,000.
To receive this scholarship, potentially eligible students will need to:
- Log into ONE.UF with your Gatorlink and password
- View your full aid package at ONE.UF
- In the new window that appears, check your “To-Dos” under “Action Items”
For more information about the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholarships program, visit the Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars page or the SFA scholarships page.
Need additional help or have questions?
Walk-in financial aid counseling services are available in the Student Financial Aid and Scholarships’ lobby in S-107 Criser Hall from 9am-4:30pm, Monday to Friday. Students may also receive assistance with financial aid questions via phone at 352-392-2244 or via the OneStop.
