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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 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 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 — 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 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
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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 - 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 - 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 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
$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 - 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 - 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.
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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.
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Ralph C. Boston Scholarship
Awarded to transfer students based on high academic achievement through UCF Undergraduate Admissions.
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Articulated Honors to Honors Scholarship
Awarded to transfer students based on high academic achievement, specifically those in honors articulation pathways.
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Cultural Diversity Transfer Scholarship
Awarded to transfer students based on high academic achievement as part of UCF's Transfer Scholarship program.
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High Academic Achievement Transfer Scholarship
Awarded to transfer students based on high academic achievement through UCF Undergraduate Admissions.
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All Florida Academic First Team Scholarship
Awarded to transfer students who are members of the All Florida Academic First Team based on high academic achievement.
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All Florida Academic Second Team Scholarship
Awarded to transfer students who are members of the All Florida Academic Second Team based on high academic achievement.
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Director's Special Achievement Scholarship
Awarded to transfer students for special academic achievement through UCF Undergraduate Admissions. This is a nonrenewable one-year (two semesters) award.
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UCF Transfer Scholarships
Awarded to transfer students based on high academic achievement. Students are automatically considered upon applying to UCF.
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Knights Achievement Scholarship Waiver
Awarded to entering out-of-state high school graduates by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students are automatically considered when they apply for admission.
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Pegasus Scholarship Waiver
Awarded to entering out-of-state high school graduates by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students are automatically considered when they apply for admission.
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National Merit Scholarship
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
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Provost Scholarship
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
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Pegasus Bronze Scholarship
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
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Pegasus Silver Scholarship
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
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Pegasus Gold Scholarship
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
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Director's Scholarship
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
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National Recognition Program Scholarship
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
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Top Ten Knights
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
meritauto considerationfreshman onlytop tierRollingVerified May 14, 2026How you qualify - Auto-consideredSchool-specific
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Florida Foundation for Future Scientists Scholarship
Awarded to entering students by Undergraduate Admissions to recognize outstanding academic performance. Students who apply for admission to UCF for summer or fall terms are automatically considered.
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$239k
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$26.6k
Next deadline
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