Programs : Florida Bright Futures
The Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program, funded by the state of Florida, provides scholarships based on high school academic achievement. The program has different award levels, each with its own eligibility criteria and award amounts. Awards are per credit hour.
- The Florida Academic Scholars Award is $100 per credit hour.
- The Florida Medallion Scholars Award is $75 per credit hour.
- The Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars Award is $75 per credit hour.
- The Academic Top Scholars Award is $43 per credit hour.
Eligibility
Students must submit a completed Florida Financial Aid Application during their last year in high school (after December 1 and prior to graduation).
Students are now required to submit a complete, error free FAFSA in order to receive both initial and renewal Bright Futures eligibility. The FAFSA must be submitted prior to disbursement.
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More Bright Futures Information
SFA’s Bright Futures program details page contains much more information about the Bright Futures Scholarship Program, including:
- Repayment
- Renewal Requirements
- Reinstatement/Restoration
- Bright Futures for Transient Students
- Bright Futures funding for Grad Students
Bright Futures Resource Page
Additional Bright Futures resources for students and parents, including audio and video tutorials and a glossary of terms, can be found on SFA’s Bright Futures Resource Page.
Bright Futures Renewal Predictor
Determining exactly how many hours you will need to renew your particular Bright Futures award can be confusing. SFA has created a handy Renewal Predictor to aid you in determining your individual renewal requirements.
