Florida Scholarships for High School and College Students

The Rick and Sherry Murray Medical Futures Scholarship is for students who have or have had a close family member such as a spouse, parent or guardian, child or grandparent diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig's Disease, and who want to pursue a degree in the medical profession as a result of their experience. Applicants must be:A close relative of a person who has been diagnosed with ALS. (Families of every tradition will be considered).A legal resident of Florida.Currently majoring in any medically-related or social work degree or attending any medically-related certification programs.Any age of student may apply -...

General RequirementsBe a Florida resident and a U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen, as determined by the student's postsecondary institution.Complete the FFAA no later than August 31 after high school graduation.Earn a standard Florida high school diploma, or its equivalent, from a Florida public high school or a registered Florida Department of Education (FDOE) private high school; or complete a home education program.Not have been found guilty of, or pled nolo contendere to, a felony charge, unless the student has been granted clemency by the Governor and Cabinet sitting as the Executive Office of Clemency.Be accepted by, and enroll in a...

The College Fund of Pinellas County is a non-profit, tax-exempt organization run entirely by volunteers.  We raise money in order to help financially disadvantaged Pinellas County residents who have excellent scholastic potential, but insufficient funds to obtain a bachelor’s degree and thereby improve themselves, their family’s living standard, and their role in the community.Grant recipients receive $1,200 per year. Once a student is selected, remains academically qualified, continues to receive a Pell grant, and continues to carry 12 or more hours, that student is supported until he or she receives a maximum of $4,800 or completes a bachelor's degree, whichever...

The Minority Teacher Education Scholars (MTES) program is a collaborative performance-based scholarship program for African-American, Hispanic-American, Asian-American, and Native American students administered by the Florida Fund for Minority Teachers, Inc. (FFMT). The participating institutions include Florida College System institutions and public and private universities that have teacher education programs. A listing of eligible institutions and contact information is available at Florida Fund for Minority Teachers. Eligibility Individuals who are selected for the MTES must: A) Be a resident of the State of Florida. B) Be a member of one of the following racial groups: African American/Black, Hispanic/Latino, Asian American/Pacific Islander,...

The Florida Stormwater Association Educational Foundation’s (FSAEF) Scholarship Program awards financial assistance to qualified students attending Florida colleges and universities whose educational interest is in stormwater.Applications are accepted annually from graduate students in colleges or schools of engineering, natural science, public administration (or closely related fields) that have an interest in stormwater quality, management or finance. Eligibility is limited to students in good standing that are enrolled in a graduate program at a Florida college or university and plan to attend classes for the Fall semester. Applications are released in January with a deadline to apply in August.  Awards are...

Applicants must be an incoming freshman, sophomore, junior or senior enrolled full or part time into a course of study at a community college or university leading to a career in the horticultural industry. A 3.0 or above GPA is required of the applicant.Students must return all of the following to Perfect Plants Nursery by the deadline of August 20th annually.Completed online scholarship applicationHigh school or college transcriptsEssay:Minimum 500 words; 1,000 MaximumEssay should address the following topics:Explain how your interest in the field developed and describe your experiences in the fieldDiscuss a special attribute or accomplishment that sets you apartPick...

We started FloridaRentals.com because we love vacationing in the Sunshine State. It has something for everyone. From the theme parks to the warm gulf waters and the sugar sand beaches - you can’t beat a trip to Florida.We offer the highest quality vacation homes in the most popular locations. We have romantic beachfront condos in Miami, expansive townhomes in Destin, and everything in between. No matter the locale, amenities, or rental type you want - we have a property to suit your needs.Scholarship Details & EntryAt Florida Rentals we know how hard you work all semester. Studying, stressing, and late...

We at Aronberg, Aronberg & Green, Injury Law Firm, want to encourage young people to think critically about the Hollywood perception of fast cars and promote safe driving practices. That’s why we’re inviting students to tap into their artistic side and create a poem, song, movie, graphic, cartoon, or essay demonstrating the downfalls of fast driving and/or highlighting the importance of safe driving.Our hope is that this scholarship will not only raise awareness about the dangers of reckless driving but also inspire young people to take action to prevent accidents and promote safe driving practices. We look forward to receiving...

We’re giving away $20,000 in cash scholarships to high school students who make the best prom attire out of Duck Brand duct tape. So, stock up on your favorite colors and prints now to create something that will wow our judges!Who can enter the contest?We’d love to tell you “everyone is welcomed to enter!” But, you gotta play by the rules. So to enter the contest you must:Be at least 14 years of age.Be enrolled in high school or home school association (at the high-school level) during the 2022 - 2023 school year.Be a legal resident of the United States...

Application Criteria1. HeritageMust be of Korean heritage (i.e., have a Korean parent, grandparent, or great-grandparent, or be adopted from Korea).2. EnrollmentWill be a full-time student at a school in one of the designated Southern region states (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee) during the 2023-2024 school year.3. AcademicsMinimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.4. Financial NeedCan demonstrate a need for financial assistance.KWVD Scholarship & CriteriaTo be eligible, the applicant should meet the following requirements:Be a direct descendant of a Korean-War Veteran who served in Korea from June 25, 1950–January 31, 1955 (Korean War Era, as designated by the U.S. Dept. of...