Florida Scholarships for High School and College Students

Equity and opportunity for women and girls are central to AAUW’s purpose nationally and within our branch. Through our branch Charitable Foundation, we award the Doris Karlik Local Scholarships to women of Palm Beach County who are beginning or continuing undergraduate study. We also select and sponsor a local student to attend AAUW’s annual National Conference for College Women Student Leaders (NCCWSL) in Maryland. Scholarship recipients and the NCCWSL designee are recognized at our annual installation dinner in May. Scholarship details - Award amounts: $500 to $1,000. - Application fee: none. - Next application deadline (all materials must be postmarked...

Florida Striders Track Club — $1,000 College Scholarships Overview Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to qualifying applicants. For questions, contact Kellie Howard, Chairperson, FSTC Scholarship Committee, at kellski@comcast.com. Eligibility - Must have been a resident of Northeast Florida for at least the past two years. - Must be a graduating high school senior. - Must be a runner or otherwise actively involved in track and field. - Note: NCAA rules may prevent acceptance of this award if you receive an athletic scholarship from your college/university. Application deadline Applications must be received by March 24, 2026. Required materials (complete application...

New for 2026: the Foundation’s Board of Directors will award two scholarships of $30,000 each to support college expenses for selected high school seniors. The scholarship amount will be paid out over the recipient’s four years of undergraduate study. Applications for the 2026 awards are now open. Submit your application by Friday, March 27, 2026. Eligibility To be considered applicants must satisfy ALL of the following: - Be a high school senior at the time the application is submitted. - Hold a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale. - Be a permanent resident of one of...

Overview The Ortega Foundation created the Ortega Foundation Scholarship Program to honor its founder, Jose Antonio Ortega, Sr., who believed in supporting academically strong students’ pursuit of higher education. The award targets Miami-Dade County high school seniors who have earned an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher. Award Amount Recipients may receive up to $7,000 per year for up to four years. Scholarship payments can be applied to the recipient’s institution-approved cost of attendance. Note: awards are only for undergraduate study. Eligibility To be considered, applicants must: - Be a resident of Miami-Dade County - Be a high school senior...

Introduction The FICPA Scholarship Foundation provides financial support to students studying accounting or closely related majors who intend to become Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) in the state of Florida. Applications for the 2026 cycle will open on January 1. Award Details - Scholarship amounts: awards of up to $5,000. - Purpose: to assist students pursuing a CPA career and working toward Florida certification requirements. Eligibility Requirements To be considered, applicants must meet all of the following criteria: - Be enrolled as a college student (full-time or part-time as defined by your institution). - Be majoring in Accounting or a related...

Introduction The attorneys at Lucas Macyszyn & Dyer, Injury Lawyers are pleased to announce The Effects of Injury Scholarship, established to honor people whose lives have been altered by preventable accidents. Every day we witness how such incidents affect more than physical functioning — they also have mental, emotional, social, and practical consequences. We are continually moved by the perseverance and determination survivors and their families display as they rebuild their lives. Purpose and essay prompt This award recognizes resilience after avoidable injury and offers a space to tell your story. Applicants should submit a brief essay describing how a...

Each year the DeSoto County Education Foundation matches graduating seniors with scholarships funded by generous neighbors, local businesses, and community organizations who believe in your future. These awards are intended to help you access college, technical training, and career pathway opportunities—and they’re tailored for students from our area. Eligibility - The DeSoto County Education Foundation application and the scholarships it awards are available only to students who live in DeSoto County, Florida. About the application - Whether you’ve planned for college since elementary school or are only now deciding what comes next, we aim to make the process straightforward. The...

Nursing Scholarship — First Place Award Award: One first-place scholarship in the amount of $2,750. Overview: This scholarship is offered to students enrolled in an accredited nursing program in Florida. The recipient will be selected based on academic performance, leadership, and commitment to improving community health. Eligibility: - U.S. citizen or permanent resident of Florida. - Currently enrolled in an accredited Florida nursing school and entering the second year of study. Deadline: All materials must be postmarked by April 1 of the current school year. Required nomination packet (submit all of the following): 1. A nomination letter from the nursing...

Introduction The Broward Education Foundation raises funds to award scholarships to deserving Broward County Public Schools seniors so they can pursue higher education. Supported by private donors and Broward Advisors for Continuing Education (BRACE), these scholarships help eligible Broward County students attend community colleges, universities, or vocational/technical programs. Who may apply - Graduating seniors from Broward County Public Schools who have explored other financial aid options but still lack sufficient funds to attend college. Basic eligibility requirements Applicants selected for a Broward Education Foundation scholarship must meet all of the following criteria: - Plan to enroll as a full‑time, degree-...

Introduction The Pensacola Interstate Fair, Inc. supports community advancement through educational initiatives. For the 2026–2027 cycle, the John E. Frenkel, Sr. Educational Grants Selection Committee, acting with the authority of the Pensacola Interstate Fair, Inc. membership, has approved Thirty Thousand dollars ($30,000) in grant funding. These awards will help twenty-five (25) students continue their post-secondary studies. Since the program’s inception, more than one million, three hundred forty-one thousand dollars ($1,341,000) have been granted to 1,397 participants. Eligibility - Applicants must be graduating high school seniors from Escambia or Santa Rosa counties. - During their high school careers, applicants must have...

Overview Clay Electric’s youth scholarship fund is supported by unclaimed funds that otherwise would have been turned over to the state. A 2003 amendment to the cooperative’s bylaws permits Clay Electric to retain these funds in an educational trust specifically to underwrite the scholarship program. Who may apply The annual scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors (public, private, or homeschooled) whose primary residence receives electric service from Clay Electric and who will complete high school at the end of the relevant school year. How recipients are chosen Award decisions are made based on demonstrated community service, participation in...

Introduction / Background In honor of Mandy Stoll, the FIAAA established the Mandy Stoll Scholar‑Athlete award. Mandy graduated from St. Stephen’s Episcopal School where she distinguished herself academically and athletically: she was a member of the National Honor Society, served as yearbook editor, and participated on Student Council. On the tennis court she was undefeated in high school competition, earned six varsity letters, and received a full scholarship to Stetson University in DeLand, Florida. At Stetson she was team captain and was named Most Valuable Player for the 1986–87 season, became the university’s No. 1 women’s tennis player, and set...