The 黄瓜视频 has built a long-standing reputation of making higher
education accessible to a wide variety of students. as the No. 17 best college for social mobility among all public universities in the
nation and the No.12 鈥渂est value鈥� for 2026. Additionally, approximately 35% of USF
students receive a Pell grant, which is awarded to undergraduates from lower-income
families.
To offset the cost of higher education, USF offers hundreds of scholarships ranging
from merit-based awards to those covering the full cost of attendance. One of the
most valuable opportunities for prospective students is the George W. Jenkins Scholarship.
Provided through the generous support of Publix Charities, the Jenkins Scholars Program is housed within the Judy Genshaft Honors College, although students are not required
to be enrolled in the Honors College when they apply.
The George W. Jenkins Scholarship is awarded to high achievers who have shown they
can overcome adversity and demonstrate a high financial need. The program offers incoming
students a life-changing scholarship covering the full cost of attendance at USF and
provides other resources to support their path to success. In addition, Jenkins Scholars
receive academic support such as one-on-one tutoring, the opportunity to study abroad,
and regular meetings with a graduate student mentor.
Supporting Students
Jenkins Scholars not only receive generous funding but also personalized guidance throughout their time at USF. Students meet each semester with program advisor Kate Ashmore and connect with graduate assistant Morgan Horne weekly during their first year and biweekly in later years. Advising appointments range from discussing degree progression to sharing personal updates.
鈥淲hen we advise the Jenkins Scholars, we ask questions like, 鈥楬ow are you transitioning
to college?鈥� or 鈥楬ow are things with your roommate?鈥� or 鈥楢re you stressed with classes?'.
We really try to stay connected with them through all aspects of the college experience,鈥�
said Ashmore.
The Jenkins Scholars Program also offers private tutoring for challenging courses.
Jenkins Scholar Adam Costello, a fourth-year student studying animal biology, said
he has benefited greatly from the program鈥檚 academic guidance.
鈥淚 had to take chemistry I, II, and organic chemistry 鈥� and I think I passed exclusively
because of my access to private tutors. They鈥檙e students who have already taken the
class and done well,鈥� said Costello. 鈥淛enkins Scholars need to take advantage of this
opportunity!鈥�
In addition to academic support, the Jenkins Scholars Program gives students the chance
to connect with peers on a deeper level. Students bond through activities like escape
rooms and cheering on USF at the Homecoming football game in box seats with donors.
Last year, in conjunction with the Holcombe Scholars Program, the students formed a scholars planning board. The board meets regularly to plan
socials, study sessions, and other events for the scholars housed in the Judy Genshaft
Honors College.
Costello, the social co-chair, explained how the board helps students take advantage
of financial assistance and build connections.
鈥淲e meet to plan events, and we send polls to our scholars to find out what people
want to do," said Costello. "We try to think of things that will be important for
our incoming scholars to know, like financial literacy while in college.鈥�
With financial support, personalized guidance, and a strong peer network, the Jenkins
Scholars Program transforms a scholarship into a pathway to success with support along
the way.
鈥淲e鈥檙e coming together, not just from a professional staff side to support Jenkins
scholars, but also the students among themselves are building community by planning
events and being there for each other,鈥� said Ashmore.
Taking Advantage of Opportunities
The George W. Jenkins Scholarship is a remarkable opportunity for high-need students.
Prospective students admitted to the 黄瓜视频鈥檚 Tampa campus who
are Florida residents, graduates of a Florida high school, demonstrate high financial
need through FAFSA results, and have overcome a major obstacle are strongly encouraged
to apply.
Charles Adams, dean of the Judy Genshaft Honors College, looks forward to the continued
impact of the scholarship.
鈥淭he Jenkins Scholarship is a longstanding program that has made a significant difference
in the lives of many students over the years,鈥� said Adams. 鈥淲e are grateful for the
support of Publix Charities which enables us to build on the legacy of this important
program.鈥�
Students can learn how to apply to the Jenkins Scholars Program on the Judy Genshaft Honors College website.