You’ll fill out a special form to apply (usually a PDF).

Application form

You’ll need a copy of your grades and courses taken.

Transcripts

Essay

You’ll need someone who knows you to write about the great 

Recommendation letter

Who should I ask for a letter of recommendation? 

How should I prioritize which scholarships to apply to? 

How do I increase my chances of getting a scholarship? 

The Bob Hoskins and Sandy McDougald Scholarship

The Bob Hoskins and Sandy McDougald Scholarship awards $1,500 to students in horticulture programs in select Florida counties.

Can I use the same essay for multiple scholarship applications?

What is a letter of recommendation?

Can I use the same letter of recommendation for multiple scholarship applications?     

FNGLA NE Chapter Scholarship "Billy Barwald Memorial Scholarship"

The Billy Barwald Scholarship offers $250+ for students in horticulture. Apply with an application, two recommendations, and an essay.

Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program

The TSIC Scholarship Program offers $250+ for Florida high school freshmen with financial need and a 2.70 GPA.

This application asks for financial info.

Tax returns

Kendra Smith Scholarship Program

Public Education and Citizenship Scholarship

Ten $1,000 scholarships for Florida high school seniors attending state-supported institutions. Apply now!

James S. Davis Memorial Scholarship Fund

Art Project

You’ll need to submit a headshot as part of your application.

Photo / headshot

You’ll need an overview of your experiences and accomplishments. 

Resume

How do I know if I meet the requirements for a scholarship?

What if I don't hear back from a scholarship?

Arts For Life Award

The Arts For Life Award offers $1,000 to Florida seniors excelling in the arts. Apply with an essay and portfolio.

You’ll be asked to show your SAI from the FAFSA.

FAFSA SAI confirmation

Answer some open-ended questions to apply.

Short Responses

How do I submit a transcript for a scholarship application? 

What's the difference between an official and unofficial transcript? 

What is financial need and how do I know if I have it? 

Southwest Florida Community Foundation Scholarship

The Southwest Florida Community Foundation offers over $1.15M in scholarships annually to local students with a single application process.

CBC Spouses Essay Contest

The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!

Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship

The Jimmy Rane Foundation Scholarship offers $500 to $5,000 for eligible high school students in select states.

Hoskin/McDougald Scholarship Fund

You’ll need an eligible person to nominate you for this scholarship.

Nomination

FCCMA Academic Scholarship

The FCCMA offers 4 scholarships up to $5,000 for students in Public Administration at Florida institutions.

This application asks you to provide standardized test scores.

Test scores

What if my SAT or ACT score is too low?

C. Valentine Bates Memorial HOPE Scholarship

The C. Valentine Bates Memorial HOPE Scholarship awards up to $20,000 to students with 2.30-3.59 GPA showing leadership and responsibility.

Collier Community Foundation's scholarships

Collier Community Foundation offers $2,000+ scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. One application for 80+ awards.

The Community Foundation of South Lake Scholarships

The Community Foundation of South Lake offers scholarships up to $2,500 for local students. Apply now for a high chance of winning!

Research in the field is needed for this scholarship.

Research summary / thesis

Helen G. and Allan D. Cruickshank Research Scholarship

The Cruickshank Research Scholarship offers $2,500 for research on wild birds in Florida for students and nonprofits.

Ted G. Wilson Memorial Scholarship

The Ted G. Wilson Memorial Scholarship offers $1,500 for students pursuing construction education in the Southeast U.S.

Palm Health Foundation Scholarship

Palm Health Foundation offers $2,500 scholarships for nursing, social work, psychology, or behavioral health students in select Florida counties.

Volunteering or being active in your community is a must for this scholarship.

Community Service

Scholarships For Future Florida Teachers

Scholarships for Florida high school seniors pursuing teaching careers. $1,000 award for those with service commitment and academic criteria.

College acceptance letter / proof of enrollment

Florida ACME Scholarship

The Florida ACME Scholarship offers $1,000 for military members and veterans pursuing higher education in Florida.

Friends of 440 Scholarship

The Friends of 440 Scholarship offers $250+ scholarships for dependents of injured workers in Florida. Local students encouraged to apply.

Video

How do I create a resume? 

Jeanette M. Russell Jazz Scholarship Program

The Jeanette M. Russell Jazz Scholarship offers $250+ for Florida students majoring in Jazz with a 2.5 GPA. Essay and recommendations required.

IRARC Memorial, Joseph P. Rubino, WA4MMD, Scholarship

The IRARC Memorial Scholarship offers $750 to licensed amateur radio operators in Florida with a 2.5 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship for Women (Fall)

The Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for women in Broward County, aged 28+, facing financial need.

Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship for Women (Spring)

The Mary Houliston MacDonald Scholarship offers up to $2,000 for women in Broward County facing financial need due to divorce or abandonment.

Central Florida Foundation Scholarships

Central Florida Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students. High chances to win! Apply now for more details.

Key Biscayne Community Foundation's scholarships

Key Biscayne Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Average award: $2,000.

Wilhelmina Pittman Textbook Scholarship

The Wilhelmina Pittman Scholarship offers $1,500 for college textbooks to Florida students in need. Apply with an essay.

Farah & Farah Empowering Greatness Scholarship

The Farah & Farah Empowering Greatness Scholarship offers $25,000 to five Florida high school seniors for college tuition.

Community Foundation for Brevard Scholarships

The Community Foundation for Brevard offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Apply now!

Voya Investment Management Diversity Scholarship Program

Voya Investment Management offers a $10,000 scholarship for underrepresented students pursuing finance careers. Apply with an essay and recommendation.

Bill & Shireen Kirk Scholarship Fund

Annual scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students in business, chemistry, engineering, and marketing. $250+ award available.

What is a scholarship portal?

Robert Porterfield Graduate Scholarship

The Robert Porterfield Graduate Scholarship offers $2,000 for theatre graduate students from select Southern states. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

NEWH Sunshine Scholarship

The NEWH Sunshine Scholarship offers up to $50,000 for students in hospitality fields in Florida and Mississippi with a 3.0 GPA.

The scholarship I'm applying to asks for references. Who should I be putting down?

Owens Corning Building Futures Scholarship

Owens Corning Building Futures Scholarship offers up to $4,250 for Black/African American or Latinx/Hispanic freshmen with financial need.

How do I get my official high school transcript?

Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties Scholarships

The Community Foundation offers $1.2M+ in scholarships annually to local students in Palm Beach and Martin Counties. Apply now!

Charlotte Community Foundation Scholarships

Charlotte Community Foundation offers $2M+ in scholarships for local students in various fields. Apply for up to $5,000!

The SAWF Scholarship

The SAWF Scholarship offers up to $5,000 for women in STEM or automotive fields with a 2.5 GPA in select Southern states.

Cape Coral Community Foundation Scholarships

Cape Coral Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students. Apply online for a chance to win!

CBC Spouses Education Scholarship

The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to $20,000 for Black high school seniors pursuing higher education. Apply now!

Stephanie Nicole Ross Foundation Graduate Scholarship

The Stephanie Nicole Ross Foundation Graduate Scholarship offers $1,500 for Florida graduate students in psychology or related fields.

General Scholarship in the Field of Visual Impairment

Scholarship for upperclass and graduate students in visual impairment services, requiring post-graduation employment in Florida.

Check the website for additional requirements.

Other

The PMF Scholarship for Healthcare and First Responders

The PMF Scholarship offers $1,000 to South Florida students pursuing healthcare or first responder careers. Essay and recommendations required.

Eleanor Bindrum Scholarship Fund (District 5 Charitable Trust)

NEWH South Florida Chapter Scholarship 

NEWH South Florida Chapter offers up to $35,000 scholarships for hospitality students with a 3.0 GPA. Apply with an essay and recommendations.

Manatee Community Foundation Scholarships

Manatee Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students with a single application process. Awards start at $250.

Doug Damerst Scholarship

The Doug Damerst Scholarship awards $1,000 to journalism or communications students in Florida. Apply with a portfolio, recommendation, and essay.

Mount Dora Community Trust Scholarships

Mount Dora Community Trust offers scholarships for local students. Create an account, take an eligibility quiz, and apply today!

Southern Scholarship Foundation Scholarship

Southern Scholarship Foundation offers housing aid for low-income students under 25 attending select Florida universities. Apply by Nov 1 or Apr 1.

Miami Foundation Scholarships

Miami Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students with one application. High chances of winning!