Fairleigh Dickinson University Scholarships 2026

Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) offers a variety of merit-based scholarships for the 2026 academic year, aimed at making quality education accessible for both domestic and international undergraduate and graduate students. These scholarships reward academic excellence, leadership, and extracurricular involvement, with no separate application required for most awards. Below is an overview of key scholarships, eligibility criteria, benefits, and application details.

Overview

Founded in 1942, FDU is a private university with campuses in New Jersey (Metropolitan and Florham), Vancouver (Canada), and Wroxton (England). It provides over 100 degree programs across disciplines such as STEM, Business, Health Sciences, and Humanities. FDU’s scholarships are primarily merit-based, focusing on academic performance, test scores (where applicable), and community contributions, ensuring talented students can pursue their studies with reduced financial burden.

Key Scholarships for 2026

1. FDU International Scholarship

• Award: Up to $24,000 per year, renewable for up to four years.
• Eligibility: Open to international undergraduate students with strong academic records. SAT/ACT scores are not required.
• Renewal: Requires full-time enrollment, maintaining a minimum GPA (typically 3.0), and good standing at FDU.
• Details: Automatically considered upon admission; no separate application needed.

2. Colonel Fairleigh S. Dickinson Scholarship

• Award: Up to $468.65 per credit (Vancouver Campus), renewable annually.
• Eligibility: Highly competitive, awarded to international freshman students with exceptional academic achievements.
• Renewal: Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Details: Available at the Vancouver Campus, applied per credit for enrolled courses.

3. Global Housing Grant

• Award: $3,000 per year, renewable for up to two years.
• Eligibility: For students living on and attending FDU’s Metropolitan Campus. Based on academic merit, financial need, and extracurricular involvement.
• Details: Can be combined with merit-based scholarships.

4. FDU Family Grant

• Award: $1,500 per year per student, renewable for up to two years.
• Eligibility: For families with two or more dependent children enrolled simultaneously at FDU.
• Details: Not applicable to Wroxton College or special sessions (e.g., summer). Can be combined with other merit scholarships.

5. Phi Theta Kappa Scholarship

• Award: Up to $16,000 per year for transfer students, renewable for up to two years.
• Eligibility: For transfer students from community colleges who are members of the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK). Requires a minimum GPA of 3.0 and proof of PTK membership.
• Details: Automatically considered upon application.

6. Athletic Scholarships

• Award: Varies, up to full tuition and housing.
• Eligibility: For students with exceptional athletic ability participating in NCAA Division I sports at the Metropolitan Campus.
• Details: Subject to NCAA rules and regulations. Contact FDU Athletics for more information.

7. Gregory H. Olsen Scholarship

• Award: $216.30 per credit, renewable annually.
• Eligibility: International students at the Vancouver Campus with a minimum CGPA equivalent to 3.5/4.0.
• Renewal: Maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
• Details: Funded by a $5 million gift from FDU alumnus Greg Olsen, supporting the Vancouver Campus and IT programs.

8. Silberman College of Business Scholarships

• Award: Varies (nearly $500,000 awarded to date).
• Eligibility: For business students at the Silberman College of Business. Specific scholarships include the Adrian Alexander Cummings, Donald E. Outcalt, and Dr. Helen Warren Endowed Scholarships, among others.
• Details: Applications reviewed by the Student Development Committee. Contact [email protected] for details.

9. School of Public and Global Affairs (SPGA) Scholarships

• Award: Partial tuition coverage for first-year graduate students (up to 12 credits).
• Eligibility: For students in MPA, MAS, MHA, or CHSA programs, with preference for those in Newark or connected to Romania/Moldova embassies (Elizabeth and Mark A. Meyer Scholarship).
• Deadlines: July 29, 2025 (Fall), December 1, 2025 (Spring), April 1, 2026 (Summer).
• Details: Requires a separate application to [email protected].

Courses Offered

• Accounting
• African-American studies
• Animation
• Animation humanities
• Anthropology
• Art
• Biology
• Business
• Career studies
• Civil engineering
• Computer graphic design
• Humanities
• Chemistry
• Cosmetic science
• Counseling
• Creative writing
• Criminal justice
• Creative writing
• Computer science
• Creative writing
• Dance
• Economics
• Education
• Electrical engineering
• Health care Engineering
• Entrepreneurship
• Technology
• Film advancement
• History
• Tourism
• Health Science
• Languages
• Law
• Communication
• Mechanical engineering
• Medical technology
• Mechanical engineering
• Sports administration
• Music
• Nursing
• Organization studies
• Public administration

Application Process

• How to Apply: Submit a complete FDU application via the FDU Apply portal or Common Application (commonapp.org). Required documents include:
  • Official transcripts, mark sheets, or academic records.
  • Proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL/IELTS) for some international applicants.
  • For PTK Scholarships, proof of membership is required.
• Automatic Consideration: Most scholarships (except SPGA scholarships) are awarded upon admission; no separate application is needed.
• Deadlines:
  • Spring 2026 (January): December 1, 2025.
  • Summer 2026 (limited programs): May 1, 2026.
  • Fall 2026 (August): July 1, 2026.
• Tips: Apply early due to FDU’s rolling admissions policy. Allow 3-4 weeks for processing. Official documents must be submitted in sealed envelopes before campus arrival. Documents can be uploaded to the FDU portal or emailed to [email protected].

Additional Notes

• Renewal Conditions: Scholarships are renewable based on full-time enrollment, maintaining a specified GPA (typically 3.0), and good standing at FDU.
• Need-Based Aid: Students seeking need-based aid must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 15, 2026, using FDU’s code: 002607.
• Limitations: Scholarships do not apply to Wroxton College, summer sessions, or special sessions unless specified. Meeting minimum criteria does not guarantee an award.
• Recent Fundraising: In June 2025, FDU’s annual #FDUForward event raised over $400,000 for student scholarships, demonstrating the university’s commitment to financial support.

FDU’s scholarships for 2026 provide substantial opportunities for students to pursue a world-class education while celebrating academic and leadership excellence