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Florida Bright Futures — Academic Scholars (FAS)
Florida high school graduate; standard FL high school diploma; minimum 3.5 weighted GPA; SAT 1330+ or ACT 29+ (composite); 100 community service hours; complete the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) by Aug 31 of graduation year.
meritflorida residentin statelottery fundedtuition coverageAug 31, 2026Verified May 8, 2026View details - 106 days leftState-wide
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Florida Bright Futures — Medallion Scholars (FMS)
Florida high school graduate; standard FL high school diploma; minimum 3.0 weighted GPA; SAT 1210+ or ACT 25+ (composite); 75 community service hours; complete the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) by Aug 31.
meritflorida residentin statelottery fundedtuition coverageAug 31, 2026Verified May 8, 2026View details - 106 days leftState-wide
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Florida Bright Futures — Gold Seal Vocational (GSV)
Florida high school graduate completing a CTE program; minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA in academic core; minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA in vocational courses; required test scores (varies); 30 community service hours; FFAA by Aug 31.
vocationalflorida residentin statecareer technicalAug 31, 2026Verified May 8, 2026View details - 106 days leftState-wide
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Florida Bright Futures — Gold Seal CAPE Scholars (GSC)
Florida high school graduate; earned at least 5 postsecondary credit hours via CAPE industry certifications during high school; minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA; 30 community service hours; FFAA by Aug 31.
vocationalflorida residentin stateindustry certAug 31, 2026Verified May 8, 2026View details - 106 days leftState-wide
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Florida Benacquisto Scholarship (state-wide)
Florida resident or out-of-state student attending a Florida public university; recognized as a National Merit Finalist or National Merit Scholar; standard FL high school diploma; full-time undergraduate enrollment beginning the fall after high school graduation.
national meritflorida residentmeritfull rideAug 31, 2026Verified May 8, 2026View details - 136 days leftNational
$20k
Coca-Cola Scholars Program
U.S. high school senior (graduating 2026-2027 academic year); minimum 3.0 GPA; planning to enroll full-time in an accredited U.S. college; demonstrated leadership, academic excellence, and community service. Apply directly through the Foundation site.
meritleadershipservicenationalhighly competitiveSep 30, 2026Verified May 16, 2026View details - 136 days leftNational
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QuestBridge National College Match
U.S. high school senior planning to enroll full-time as a freshman; outstanding academics typically including 1310+ SAT or 28+ ACT, top 10% class rank, top grades; family income typically below $65,000 for a household of four; first-generation status preferred but not required.
need basedlow incometop tiernationalfull ridehighly competitiveSep 30, 2026Verified May 16, 2026View details - 161 days leftNational
$25k
Horatio Alger National Scholarship
U.S. high school senior; minimum 2.0 GPA; demonstrated critical financial need (under $55,000 adjusted gross family income); exhibited integrity and perseverance through adversity; planning to enroll in a U.S. accredited college.
adversityneed basedperseverancenationalOct 25, 2026Verified May 16, 2026View details - 198 days leftSchool-specific
$31.8k
University Out-of-State Tuition Waiver (Talent)
Students must be recommended by their fine arts major program after completion of an audition, interview, and/or portfolio review. Requires enrollment in 15 credit hours per semester, a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, and continued enrollment in the specified major area of study for renewal.
out of stateartsperformancefreshman onlydepartmentalDec 1, 2026Verified May 14, 2026View details - 198 days leftNational
$20k
Dell Scholars Program
U.S. high school senior; participated in approved college-readiness program (e.g., AVID, Upward Bound, College Forward) for at least 2 years; minimum 2.4 GPA; Pell-eligible (demonstrated need); planning to enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. college as a freshman the following fall.
need basedperseverancepell eligiblenationalfirst gen friendlyDec 1, 2026Verified May 16, 2026View details - 246 days leftNational
$2.5k–$10k
Discover Student Loans Tribute Award
Current high school sophomore or junior in the U.S.; minimum 2.7 GPA; participated in community service; planning to attend college. No application essay or letters of rec required for the standard award.
servicenationalunderclassmenJan 18, 2027Verified May 16, 2026View details - 319 days leftState-wide
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Florida Children/Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans/Servicemembers
Child or unremarried spouse of a Florida veteran who died from service-connected causes or is 100% service-connected disabled; veteran must have been a Florida resident for 1+ year before service; applicant must be a Florida resident.
militaryveteran familyflorida residenttuition waiverApr 1, 2027Verified May 8, 2026View details - 319 days leftState-wide
$4k
Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship Program
Florida resident attending Florida A&M University, Bethune-Cookman University, or Edward Waters University; minimum 3.0 GPA; full-time enrollment; FAFSA on file. School determines selection.
hbcuflorida residentin stateApr 1, 2027Verified May 8, 2026View details - RollingSchool-specific
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Florida State Service Scholar Program
Open to entering first-year and returning students who have a distinguished record of community involvement and a desire to continue to learn through service.
community serviceleadershipmeritreturning studentsRollingVerified May 14, 2026View details - RollingSchool-specific
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Grandparent Tuition Waiver
Out-of-state first-year students admitted for the summer or fall semester whose grandparent(s) currently reside in Florida. Grandparent must be a legal resident of Florida. Student must apply as a full-time undergraduate immediately following high school graduation. SAT combined score (or ACT/CLT equivalent) must be no lower than the 89th national percentile.
out of statefreshman onlymeritRollingVerified May 14, 2026View details - RollingSchool-specific
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Out-of-State Tuition Fee Waiver
All undergraduate students who attended a secondary school in Florida for three consecutive years immediately before graduating from a Florida high school and applied to a Florida institution of higher education within 24 months after high school graduation, per Florida Statute 1009.26(12)(a).
out of stateflorida residentRollingVerified May 14, 2026View details - RollingSchool-specific
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Air Force, Army, and Navy ROTC Scholarships
Available to students interested in attending college and serving their country through the Armed Forces. Details available by contacting the respective ROTC departments.
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Athletic Scholarships
Available to men and women who represent the University in intercollegiate sporting events. It is highly recommended that the student's high school coach contact the Athletic Department at Florida State.
athleticsRollingVerified May 14, 2026View details - RollingState-wide
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Florida Student Assistance Grant — Public (FSAG)
Florida resident; substantial financial need as determined by FAFSA; enrolled at least 6 credit hours at a Florida public postsecondary institution; not in default on prior aid. No separate application — FAFSA determines eligibility.
need basedflorida residentin statefafsa requiredRollingVerified May 8, 2026View details - RollingState-wide
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Florida Postsecondary Student Assistance Grant (FPSAG)
Florida resident; substantial financial need; enrolled at an eligible Florida private nonprofit institution; FAFSA on file. School determines award based on availability.
need basedflorida residentprivate schoolfafsa requiredRollingVerified May 8, 2026View details - RollingState-wide
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Florida Public Postsecondary Career Education Student Assistance Grant
Florida resident; FAFSA showing financial need; enrolled at least 6 credit hours in an eligible career education program at a Florida public institution. School determines award.
need basedflorida residentcareer technicalfafsa requiredRollingVerified May 8, 2026View details - RollingState-wide
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Florida First Generation Matching Grant Program (FGMG)
Florida resident; first-generation college student (neither parent has a bachelor's degree); enrolled at participating Florida public university; substantial financial need (FAFSA); meets institutional academic standards.
first genneed basedflorida residentfafsa requiredRollingVerified May 8, 2026View details - RollingNational
$500–$5k
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF) Scholarship
Must be of Hispanic heritage; U.S. citizen, permanent resident, DACA, or eligible non-citizen; high school senior or current undergrad/grad student; minimum 3.0 GPA (high school) or 2.5 GPA (college); plan to enroll full-time at an accredited U.S. institution; complete FAFSA.
hispanicdiversitynationalrenewableRollingVerified May 16, 2026View details - RollingNational
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The Gates Scholarship
U.S. high school senior; minority ethnicity (African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic American); Pell-eligible; minimum 3.3 GPA; planning to enroll full-time in a 4-year U.S. college; show leadership.
minorityneed basedfull ridenationalhighly competitivepell eligibleRollingVerified May 16, 2026View details - RollingNational
$55k
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation College Scholarship
U.S. high school senior; minimum 3.5 GPA; combined family income up to $95,000; planning to enroll full-time; demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, and service. Highly competitive.
need basedmeritnationalhighly competitiverenewabletop tierRollingVerified May 16, 2026View details - RollingNational
$1k–$50k
Burger King Scholars Program
High school senior in the U.S., Canada, or Puerto Rico; minimum 2.5 GPA; planning to enroll in 2- or 4-year accredited college, university, or vocational/technical school; demonstrated work experience, community service, or extracurriculars.
nationalservicevocational eligibleRollingVerified May 16, 2026View details - RollingNational
$4k–$50k
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship
U.S. high school senior; planning to enroll in full-time, 4-year undergraduate course at an accredited U.S. college; U.S. citizen; not required to be related to an Elks member. Judged on scholarship, leadership, and financial need.
meritleadershipneed basednationalRollingVerified May 16, 2026View details
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- Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$6k–$8k
QUEST Scholars Program
Invitation-only program for students who are first-generation or from select schools/communities. Selection occurs during the review of the student's admissions application. Requires enrollment in 15 credit hours per semester, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, and participation in the QUEST Scholars Experience for renewal.
first genneed basedcommunity serviceauto considerationfreshman onlydiversityDec 1, 2026Verified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$6k–$8k
Illuminate Scholars Program
Invitation-only program for students pursuing a bachelor's degree with the support of the Federal Pell Grant. Requires enrollment in 15 credit hours per semester, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better, and participation in the Illuminate Scholars Experience for renewal.
need basedauto considerationfreshman onlydiversityDec 1, 2026Verified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$63.6k
University Out-of-State Tuition Waiver (Merit)
Admitted out-of-state first-year students are automatically considered based on academic performance and test scores. Requires enrollment in 15 credit hours per semester and a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or better for renewal.
meritout of stateauto considerationfreshman onlyfull tuitionDec 1, 2026Verified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$8k
IB Diploma Scholarship
Applicants who have earned the IB Diploma are automatically considered. Only first-year applicants admitted to the Tallahassee Campus for the summer or fall term are eligible. A separate application is not required.
meritauto considerationfreshman onlyDec 1, 2026Verified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$4k
Sunshine Award
Applicants are automatically considered for the Sunshine Award based on the holistic admissions application review. A separate application is not required.
meritauto considerationfreshman onlyDec 1, 2026Verified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$16k
Vires Scholarship
Available to Florida resident first-year applicants. Applicants are automatically considered based on demonstrated excellence in a rigorous academic setting. Scholarship funds are limited; students are encouraged to apply for admission by December 1.
meritflorida residentauto considerationfreshman onlyDec 1, 2026Verified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$16k–$25k
Benacquisto Scholarship (Florida Resident)
Available to National Merit Finalists graduating with a standard high school diploma who are awarded a National Merit, Corporate National Merit, or College-sponsored National Merit Scholarship. Must list FSU as first-choice institution with NMSC by May 1. Florida resident.
meritflorida residentauto considerationfull tuitiontop tierRollingVerified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$75.8k
National Merit Out-of-State Award
Available to out-of-state National Merit Finalists graduating with a standard high school diploma who are awarded a National Merit, Corporate National Merit, or College-sponsored National Merit Scholarship. Must list FSU as first-choice institution with NMSC by May 1.
meritout of statetop tierauto considerationfull tuitionRollingVerified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
$105.6k
Presidential Scholars Program and Scholarship
Open to high school seniors admitted into the Florida State University Honors Program. Students who apply to the University Honors Program are automatically considered; final selection is invitation-only following an interview process. Recipients must take a minimum of 15 credit hours per semester and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
auto considerationfreshman onlyhonorsmeritout of statetop tierRollingVerified May 14, 2026How you qualify
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Total potential
$584.7k
Average award
$30.8k
Next deadline
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