Florida scholarships - Feb '25
Updated Feb 08, 2025Apply below to the best Florida scholarships for February 2025.
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Central Florida Foundation Scholarships
Orange County • Brevard County • Flagler County • Pinellas County • Seminole County • Pasco County • Madison County • Columbia County • Suwannee County • Osceola County • Volusia County • Indian River County • Lake County • Marion County • Hardee County • Hamilton County • Alachua County • Lafayette County • Polk County • Sumter County • Hillsborough County • Hernando County • Manatee County • Citrus County • Union County • Gilchrist County • Bradford County • Florida • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Central Florida Foundation offers $1,000+ scholarships for local students. High chances to win! Apply now for more details.
Deadline:
February 12, 2025
Bill & Shireen Kirk Scholarship Fund
Florida • Georgia • Kentucky • Maryland • New Jersey • New York • North Carolina • South Carolina • Pennsylvania • Tennessee • Virginia • West Virginia • Business (MBA) • Chemistry • Civil Engineering • Marketing • Business Administration • Construction • Construction Engineering • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Annual scholarship for undergraduate and graduate students in business, chemistry, engineering, and marketing. $250+ award available.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
Arts For Life Award
Florida • Art History • Arts • Arts Management • Studio Arts • Theatre/Performing Arts • Film • Music • Freshmen
The Arts For Life Award offers $1,000 to Florida seniors excelling in the arts. Apply with an essay and portfolio.
Deadline:
February 11, 2025
The PMF Scholarship for Healthcare and First Responders
Florida • Pre-Med • Pre-Nursing • Nursing • Healthcare-Related • Law Enforcement • Graduate Students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The PMF Scholarship offers $1,000 to South Florida students pursuing healthcare or first responder careers. Essay and recommendations required.
Deadline:
April 11, 2025
Key Biscayne Community Foundation's scholarships
Key Biscayne • Florida • Freshmen
Key Biscayne Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students based on merit, need, and activities. Average award: $2,000.
Deadline:
March 31, 2025
Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program
Florida • Financial Need • High school
The TSIC Scholarship Program offers $250+ for Florida high school freshmen with financial need and a 2.70 GPA.
Deadline:
June 30, 2025
Macy’s Emergency Scholarship Fund
Foreign Country • California • Florida • Missouri • New Mexico • New York • Ohio • Texas • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Freshmen
Macy's Emergency Scholarship Fund offers $500 to students in financial need. Must have a 3.0 GPA and reside in select states.
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Eleanor Bindrum Scholarship Fund (District 5 Charitable Trust)
Florida • Nursing • Nursing Assistant • Freshmen • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors • Graduate Students
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Charlotte Community Foundation Scholarships
Charlotte County • Florida • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Charlotte Community Foundation offers $2M+ in scholarships for local students in various fields. Apply for up to $5,000!
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
The Community Foundation of South Lake Scholarships
Lake County • Florida • Freshmen
The Community Foundation of South Lake offers scholarships up to $2,500 for local students. Apply now for a high chance of winning!
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
CBC Spouses Education Scholarship
Alabama • California • Colorado • Connecticut • Delaware • District Of Columbia • Florida • Georgia • Illinois • Indiana • Louisiana • Maryland • Massachusetts • Minnesota • Mississippi • Missouri • Nevada • New Jersey • New York • North Carolina • Ohio • Pennsylvania • South Carolina • Texas • Virginia • Washington • Wisconsin • For Black and/or African American students • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The CBC Spouses Education Scholarship offers $2,500 to $20,000 for Black high school seniors pursuing higher education. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 29, 2025
Ella T. Grasso Literary Scholarship
California • Connecticut • Delaware • Illinois • Florida • Massachusetts • Minnesota • Missouri • New Jersey • New York • Pennsylvania • Tennessee • Wisconsin • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Ella T. Grasso Literary Scholarship awards $1,000 for original works celebrating Italian heritage. Open to U.S. citizens of Italian descent.
Deadline:
April 15, 2025
District 21 Louise Fiske Memorial Scholarship Fund
Broward County • Florida • Nursing • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Freshmen • Graduate Students
The District 21 Louise Fiske Memorial Scholarship Fund offers $250+ for Broward County nursing students with specific GPA requirements.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
District 14 Marcy Klosterman Memorial Scholarship Fund Lake County
Brevard County • Lake County • Marion County • Orange County • Osceola County • Seminole County • Sumter County • Volusia County • Florida • Nursing • Graduate Students • Juniors • Sophomores • Seniors
The District 14 Marcy Klosterman Memorial Scholarship offers $250+ for nursing students in Lake County with specific GPA and essay requirements.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Cape Coral Community Foundation Scholarships
Cape Coral • Florida • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Cape Coral Community Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students. Apply online for a chance to win!
Deadline:
February 28, 2025
Manatee Community Foundation Scholarships
Manatee County • Florida • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Manatee Community Foundation offers scholarships for local students with a single application process. Awards start at $250.
Deadline:
March 1, 2025
CBC Spouses Essay Contest
Alabama • California • Colorado • Connecticut • Delaware • District Of Columbia • Florida • Illinois • Georgia • Indiana • Louisiana • Maryland • Massachusetts • New Jersey • Minnesota • Mississippi • Missouri • Nevada • New York • North Carolina • Ohio • Pennsylvania • Texas • South Carolina • Virginia • Washington • Wisconsin • For Black and/or African American students • High school
The CBC Spouses Essay Contest offers up to $2,000 for African American high school juniors and seniors. Apply now!
Deadline:
March 29, 2025
Miami Foundation Scholarships
Miami-Dade County • Florida • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
Miami Foundation offers scholarships up to $5,000 for local students with one application. High chances of winning!
Deadline:
April 25, 2025
Ruth Jacobs District 46 Scholarship
Pinellas County • Florida • Nursing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Ruth Jacobs District 46 Scholarship offers $250+ for Pinellas County nursing students with GPA requirements. Apply with necessary documents.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
District 24 Erma B. Kraft Scholarship Fund Indian River County
Indian River County • Florida • Nursing • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Erma B. Kraft Scholarship Fund offers $250+ for Indian River County students pursuing undergraduate or graduate studies in Florida.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
District 20 The Evelyn Baxter Memorial Fund Manatee County
Manatee County • Florida • Nursing • Freshmen • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
The Evelyn Baxter Memorial Fund offers $250+ awards for Manatee County nursing students with GPA requirements and essay submissions.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Ingeborg Mauksch Scholarship
Lee County • Florida • Nursing • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduate Students
The Ingeborg Mauksch Scholarship offers up to $750 for Florida nursing students with a 2.5 GPA. Apply now!
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Florida Nurses Foundation Scholarship
Florida • Nursing • Graduate Students • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors
Florida Nurses Foundation Scholarships support nursing students in Florida with awards starting at $250. Minimum GPA required.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Connie Dorry Memorial Fund
Miami-Dade County • Florida • Nursing • Graduate Students
The Connie Dorry Memorial Fund offers a $500 scholarship for Dade County nursing graduates in Florida with a 3.0 GPA.
Deadline:
June 1, 2025
Helen G. and Allan D. Cruickshank Research Scholarship
Florida • STEM • Animal Sciences • Animal-Related • Climate Sciences • Conservation • Environmental Science • Veterinary • Freshmen • Sophomores • Juniors • Seniors • Graduates • Graduate Students
The Cruickshank Research Scholarship offers $2,500 for research on wild birds in Florida for students and nonprofits.
Deadline:
February 15, 2025
FAQ
Florida scholarships typically cover tuition and fees, but some may also provide funds for books, supplies, and living expenses. The specific coverage will depend on the scholarship.
Some Florida scholarships may be available to international students, but many are restricted to U.S. citizens or permanent residents. It's important to check the specific eligibility requirements for each scholarship.
Yes, there are many Florida scholarships that are specific to certain regions or communities within the state. Local organizations, businesses, and foundations often offer scholarships to support students in their area.
To apply for Florida scholarships, you typically need to complete an application form, which may include personal information, academic records, and sometimes essays or letters of recommendation.
It's advisable to start applying for Florida scholarships as early as possible, ideally during your junior year of high school or as soon as you decide to pursue higher education.
Yes, you can apply for multiple Florida scholarships. In fact, applying for several scholarships can increase your chances of receiving financial aid.
Eligibility criteria for Florida scholarships can vary widely but often include factors such as residency, academic performance, financial need, and specific demographic or program requirements.
Yes, many Florida scholarships are legitimate and offered by reputable organizations, schools, and government entities. It's important to research each scholarship to ensure its legitimacy.
You can find Florida scholarships by searching online scholarship databases, visiting your school's financial aid office, or checking local community organizations. A great resource for finding scholarships is Mos.
Florida scholarships are financial aid opportunities specifically designed for students who are residents of Florida or who plan to attend school in Florida. These scholarships can help cover tuition, fees, and other educational expenses.
Resources for Florida scholarships
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University of South Florida financial aid: a complete guide
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University of Central Florida financial aid: a complete guide
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