Amount: Varies (up to 100% tuition)
Deadline: Varies (typically senior year of high school)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes
About
The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program offers financial assistance to Florida high school graduates who demonstrate academic achievement. There are different award levels (Florida Academic Scholars, Florida Medallion Scholars) covering varying percentages of tuition.
Eligibility
- Citizenship: US
- GPA: 3.0+
- Florida resident
- Earn a standard Florida high school diploma
- Complete required coursework
- Achieve minimum SAT/ACT scores and service hours
Required Materials
- Online application
- High school transcript
- SAT/ACT scores
- Community service hours documentation
Timeline
Application opens December 1st of senior year. Submit by high school graduation. Awards typically disbursed before fall semester.
Tips
Meet the academic requirements (GPA, test scores, coursework) during high school. Ensure all community service hours are completed and properly documented. Apply during your senior year.