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The Florida Department of Education offers various state-funded scholarships and grants, including the popular merit-based Bright Futures Scholarships (Academic, Medallion, Gold Seal), need-based grants like FSAG, and specific programs for minorities, veterans' families, and career education, all accessible via the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA). Students must apply through the state's system for these programs, with deadlines tied to FAFSA submission and institutional processes.

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Jose Marti Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund

Amount:

$2,000

Deadline:

April 1, 2026

State:

Florida

The Jose Marti Scholarship Challenge Grant Fund is a need-based merit scholarship that provides financial assistance to eligible students of Hispanic origin who will attend Florida public or eligible private institutions.

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Rosewood Family Scholarship

Amount:

Varies

Deadline:

April 1, 2026

State:

Florida

The Rosewood Family Scholarship Program was created to provide student financial assistance for a maximum of 50 eligible students who attend a state university, Florida college (public community college), or public postsecondary vocational technical school. Eligible students must be direct descendants of Rosewood families affected by the historical incidents of January 1923.

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Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans

Amount:

Varies

Deadline:

April 1, 2026

State:

Florida

The Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans (CSDDV) provides an award to dependent children or un-remarried spouses of qualified Florida veterans.

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Benacquisto Scholarship Program

Amount:

Varies

Deadline:

Varies

State:

Florida

The Benacquisto Scholarship Program is a merit scholarship for high school graduates who receive recognition as a National Merit® Scholar. Eligible scholars will receive an award equal to the institutional cost of attendance for an in-state student minus the sum of Bright Futures and the National Merit® award. An initial application is not required.

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