Program Overview

Unconquered Scholars Program

The Unconquered Scholars Program is designed to provide qualified Florida State University students with guidance, continual mentorship, advocacy, security, and a voice to further ensure their personal academic success and long-term independence.

Program Mission

The mission of the Unconquered Scholars Program is to provide qualified Florida State University students with guidance, continual mentorship, advocacy, security, and a voice to further ensure their personal academic success and long-term independence.

Program Services

The Unconquered Scholars Program offers an array of support services promoting overall success to youth who have experienced foster care, homelessness, relative care, or ward of the State status. The program provides the following services:

• One-on-One Advising
• Summer Bridge Program
• College Life Coaching
• Academic Advising
• Financial Aid Assistance and Advocacy
• Tutoring Services
• State of the Art Computer Lab and Study Suites
• Mental Health Counseling Services
• Academic and Skills Workshops
• Volunteer Opportunities

Program Goals

The program aims to meet the unique needs of Unconquered students so they experience the long-term professional and personal benefits associated with educational attainment. Many Scholars have faced profound hardships during childhood that may increase their risk of leaving academia without a degree. Research indicates that former foster youth are far less likely to earn a degree than their non-foster care peers. Florida State University is committed to supporting Unconquered students in achieving their academic goals.