Centennial Merit Scholarship - Florida Campus

The Centennial Merit Scholarship is available to qualified, new, full-time students enrolling in the on-ground West Coast University BSN or LPN to BSN programs who meet minimum entrance exam test scores. 

Eligibility will be determined based on prior college coursework if at least 18 units were attempted;
otherwise, high school CGPA will be used.  There are a limited number of scholarships available for each new starting class.  Scholarship amount vary, and will be awarded on a first-come, first serve
basis.  The maximum award available is $2,500 per semester, for a maximum of $20,000 over 8 full time semesters

Award Details:

  • Apply to West Coast University’s BSN or LPN to BSN program
  • Meet all WCU program admissions requirements
  • Take and pass the TEAS V with a minimum score of 70 (first attempt only)*

*Note: An exception may be made for Miami students to consider the second attempt if the applicant has completed a TEAS V preparation workshop administered by West Coast University.

If selected as a recipient, to receive a disbursement each subsequent semester, all students must:

  • Abide by all WCU academic and conduct policies
  • Attend full-time at West Coast University
  • Maintain a cumulative GPA at West Coast University of at least 3.0
  • If you qualify, the total amount awarded is divided into equal installments and applied on a semester by semester basis, once continued eligibility has been established.

There is no cash value for the scholarship; if a student withdraws in the middle of the semester, the scholarship award will be pro-rated based on tuition and fee charges earned for the semester. Students who withdraw without graduating will forfeit future disbursements.

The terms and conditions and eligibility criteria for the Centennial Merit Scholarship are subject to change, and the program may be discontinued at any time.  The Centennial Merit Scholarship may not be combined with any other WCU scholarships.