Bright Futures awards include:
» Florida
Academic Scholars award (FAS)
» Florida Medallion Scholars award (FMS)
» Florida Gold Seal
CAPE Scholars award (GSC)
» Florida Gold Seal Vocational Scholars award (GSV)
Download printable Bright Futures requirements handout
Read the Bright Futures Handbook
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
ALL SENIORS MUST COMPLETE the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA)
during their senior year in order to be eligible for all state grants and scholarships,
including the Bright Futures Scholarship.
Application opens October 1.
» Students will apply for Bright Futures scholarships during their SENIOR year beginning Oct.1.
» Students should frequently monitor their “Bright Futures GPA” and eligibility status throughout high school. Students can request their Bright Futures report from their Counselor or Ms. Maroth in the College and Career Center.
» Does the Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS) award pay at different rates?
FMS will pay for 100% of tuition and state-approved fees for students pursuing an associate’s degree (AA or AS). Students who are seeking a bachelor’s degree qualify for 75% of tuition and state-approved fees.
» A student's "Bright Futures GPA" is different than a student's high school GPA. Bright Futures GPA calculations only includes the 16 core education credit hours. (see above chart for details)
» Don’t wait to apply until ACT, SAT, or CLT test scores meet requirements! Bright Futures test scores are automatically updated as long as the student reports their score to at least one in state, public college when they take the ACT, CLT, or SAT.
* Students and parents are strongly encouraged to thoroughly read the Florida Department of Education Bright Futures Handbook for complete information and questions.