Bright Futures Scholarship
Florida's Bright Futures Scholarship Program rewards students for academic achievement during high school by funding their post-secondary education at eligible Florida schools.
Eligibility at a glance
- Florida resident and US citizen or eligible non-citizen
- Graduate from a Florida high school
- Meet minimum GPA, SAT/ACT, and community service hour requirements
- Enroll in an eligible Florida post-secondary institution
Award levels
The two main awards are the Florida Academic Scholars (FAS) — typically covering 100% of tuition and fees — and the Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS), which covers 75%.
Requirements at a glance
FAS: 3.5 weighted GPA, ~1340 SAT or 29 ACT, and 100 community service hours. FMS: 3.0 GPA, ~1210 SAT or 25 ACT, and 75 service hours. Exact numbers update each year.
How to apply
Complete the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) before high school graduation. Your high school submits your transcript and test scores; eligibility is then evaluated automatically.
Renewal
Maintain a 3.0 GPA (FAS) or 2.75 (FMS) at the college level and complete a minimum number of credit hours per year.
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