Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program (Florida Academic Scholars)

Florida Department of Education

Amount: Full tuition and fees
Deadline: High school graduation
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

The Florida Academic Scholars award is the highest level of the Bright Futures Scholarship, providing full tuition and fees for Florida residents attending eligible Florida postsecondary institutions.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 3.5+
  • Florida resident
  • Graduate of a Florida high school
  • Specific academic requirements including 100 hours of community service and high SAT/ACT scores
  • Enroll in an eligible Florida institution

Required Materials

  • Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA)
  • High school transcript
  • SAT/ACT scores
  • Community service hours documentation

Timeline

Students must apply during their senior year of high school. Eligibility is determined after high school graduation.

Tips

Maintain a high GPA, excel in challenging coursework, achieve strong SAT/ACT scores, and complete the required community service hours well before graduation.