Financial Assistance
Private Loans for Continuing Education Courses
The University of North Florida can certify private loans for certain non-credit courses offered through the UNF Division of Continuing Education (DCE). Private Loans, offered by banks and financial institutions, are based on your credit profile. The student and/or co-signer must be creditworthy as determined by the lender. Eligibility criteria may vary per lender. The loan application process with the lender must be completed before UNF can certify and award the loan.
The UNF Division of Continuing Education Private Loan Processing Form is not a loan application. This form notifies the DCE staff that you wish to enroll and pay for a DCE course using a private loan. Please download the form below and review the steps. For questions, contact Lauren Tallier or call (904) 620-4200.
Eligible DCE Courses and Schedules
| Course Title | Start Date | Course Fee | Deadline to Complete the Form | Optimal Application Period with Lender |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project Management Certificate | August 6, 2024 | $1,595 | July 16, 2024 | June 25, 2024 – July 16, 2024 |
| Animal-Assisted Services | September 17, 2024 | $2,799 | August 27, 2024 | August 6, 2024 – August 27, 2024 |
| PMP Certification Prep Course | October 1, 2024 | $1,595 | September 10, 2024 | August 20, 2024 – September 10, 2024 |
Financial Assistance Options
Individuals enrolling in programs offered through the UNF Division of Continuing Education (UNFDCE) may be eligible for financial assistance through one of the following.
AmeriCorps
AmeriCorps funding is accepted once the participant has submitted his/her request through the AmeriCorps portal my.americorps.gov and provided UNFDCE a copy of the submission and approval. It can be used for a face-to-face or online class format. Contact Program Director, Jessica Murray, with questions.
CareerSource Northeast Florida
CareerSource Northeast Florida provides training scholarships to eligible participants. Visit https://careersourcenortheastflorida.com/training-for-job-seekers/.
Florida Prepaid College Program
If you have the Florida Prepaid tuition plan, the payment amount per credit hour varies based on the plan type. UNFDCE programs are clock hours, so they must be converted to credit hours to determine the total payment by Florida Prepaid. Begin by creating a profile on the Florida Prepaid website and submitting documentation to UNFDCE to verify your account. Florida Prepaid will not pay if your account is not in good standing or if you need to complete a survey. For questions, visit www.myfloridaprepaid.com or contact Program Director Jessica Murray.
MyCAA
The Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship is a workforce development program that provides up to $4,000 of tuition assistance to eligible military spouses. To establish a MyCAA account and get your enrollment approved, visit the spouse portal at mycaa.medcertify.com. Contact Program Director, Jessica Murray, with questions.
Private Loans
The University does not provide loans for continuing education programs. Loans are available and may be secured independently by students from many private institutional lenders. Private lenders determine their interest rates, enrollment status requirements, repayment options, and any applicable fees.
Additional Financing Options
Some programs including Data Science, IT Courses, and ED2Go may offer additional financing. Please get in touch with our office at (904) 620-4200.
Veterans’ Professional Development Award
The UNF Division of Continuing Education (UNF DCE) is proud to offer the Veterans’ Professional Development Award to U.S. military veterans to assist in their career goals. The Awards are valued at $500 to $1,000 each, depending on program cost and availability of funds.
The Award recipient(s) will be notified by January and must register for an eligible program that begins between January 1, 2025, and June 30, 2025. To apply:
- Submit this Veterans’ Professional Development Award application before December 31, 2024.
- Submit your DD214 or Certificate of Discharge to unfce@UNF.edu before December 31, 2024. For your security, be sure to omit sensitive information, such as your social security number, before submission.
For questions, contact Program Director Jessica Murray.