The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program is a state-funded initiative aimed at helping Florida high school graduates pursue postsecondary education in Florida. It offers merit-based financial aid to students who meet specific academic and service requirements. The program includes multiple award levels, each with its own eligibility criteria and funding amounts.

Key Award Levels:

  1. Florida Academic Scholars (FAS):

    • Covers 100% of tuition and applicable fees at eligible Florida institutions.
    • Includes a stipend for college-related expenses (for students enrolled at public colleges/universities).
    • Requirements:
      • Minimum 3.5 weighted GPA in required high school courses.
      • Minimum standardized test scores: 1330 SAT or 29 ACT.
      • 100 hours of documented community service or approved work hours.

  2. Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS):

    • Covers 75% of tuition and applicable fees at eligible institutions.
    • Requirements:
      • Minimum 3.0 weighted GPA in required high school courses.
      • Minimum standardized test scores: 1210 SAT or 25 ACT.
      • 75 hours of documented community service or approved work hours.

  3. Gold Seal Vocational Scholars (GSV):

    • Supports students pursuing a career certificate or associate degree in a technical field.
    • Award amounts vary depending on the program and institution type.
    • Requirements:
      • Minimum 3.0 weighted GPA in non-elective high school courses.
      • Minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA in technical education courses.
      • Specific ACT, SAT, or PERT scores for eligibility.
      • 30 hours of documented community service or approved work hours.

  4. Gold Seal CAPE Scholars (GSC):

    • For students with industry certifications pursuing career education programs.
    • Covers specific credit hours in eligible programs.

General Eligibility Criteria:

  • Must be a Florida resident and U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen.
  • Graduate from a Florida high school (or equivalent).
  • Enroll in an eligible Florida public or private postsecondary institution.
  • Complete the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) by the specified deadline (typically August 31 of the graduating year).