FLORIDA COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

Students can apply for scholarships based on academic merit, extracurricular activities, and leadership involvement. Florida College offers many scholarship opportunities to students. Check below to find our scholarships and our recommendations for outside scholarships.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS FOR INCOMING FRESHMEN

Florida College stands out for offering scholarships to Florida students – and students from around the country and internationally – who are drawn to a Christ-centered education grounded in biblical principles.

Whether you’re looking for private school scholarships in Florida, or scholarships based on academics or extra-curriculars, athletics scholarships, art and music scholarships, or recognition for your leadership and service, we encourage you to review our many scholarship opportunities. Academic scholarships (also known as “merit scholarships”) are determined by your GPA and ACT/SAT/CLT test scores.

National Merit: Rewards National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist students recognized nationally for academic excellence through the National Merit program.

Emeritus Scholars: Awarded to students with a GPA of 4.00 or higher and near-perfect test scores (ACT 35–36, SAT 1500–1600, or CLT 107–120), this is one of the highest academic honors at Florida College.

Chancellor Scholars: Recognizes students with a GPA of 4.00 or higher and strong test scores (ACT 33–34, SAT 1440–1490, or CLT 100–106), reflecting leadership and academic excellence.

Trustees Scholars: This award goes to students with a GPA of 3.65 and high test scores (ACT 32, SAT 1420–1430, or CLT 97–99), recognizing their academic achievement and commitment to excellence.

Provost Scholars: Honors students with a GPA of 3.55 and competitive test scores (ACT 30–31, SAT 1360–1410, or CLT 92–96) who show potential for continued academic success.

Chair Scholars: Given to students with a GPA of 3.40 and solid test scores (ACT 27–29, SAT 1260–1350, or CLT 84–91), this scholarship supports well-rounded achievers.

Founder Scholars: Designed for students with a GPA of 3.00 and reasonable test scores (ACT 23–26, SAT 1130–1250, or CLT 74–83), this scholarship helps make college more accessible.

Top Scholar: This additional award celebrates valedictorians and salutatorians for achieving the highest honors in their graduating class.

Scholarship GPA Criteria Annual Award Amount*
National Merit National Merit Finalist or Semi-Finalist Full Tuition
Emeritus Scholars 4.00+ ACT 35-36 or SAT 1500-1600 or CLT 107-120 $10,500
Chancellor Scholars 4.00+ ACT 33-34 or SAT 1440-1490 or CLT 100-106 $8,400
Trustees Scholars 3.65 ACT 32 or SAT 1420-1430 or CLT–97-99 $6,300
Provost Scholars 3.55 ACT 30-31 or SAT 1360-1410 or CLT 92–96 $4,200
Chair Scholars 3.40 ACT 27–29 or SAT 1260-1350 or CLT 84–91 $3,150
Founder Scholars 3.00 ACT 23–26 or SAT 1130–1250 or CLT 74–83 $2,100
Top Scholar Valedictorian and Salutatorian $1,000 additional

NOTES:

  • Each scholarship recipient must meet all academic admission requirements. All scholarships are forfeited if the student is placed on academic or disciplinary probation.
  • SAT represents the total Evidence-based Reading and Writing score and the Math Section score combined. ACT represents the composite score of all main sections of the exam. Florida College does not use the essay portion of the SAT or ACT for scholarship eligibility.
  • If a high school student has earned 24+ credit hours of college dual-enrollment transfer credit with the accompanying GPA, the student may be eligible for scholarship as a “transfer student.” Determination will be made by the Admissions Department.
  • If a student has graduated from high school and has no college credit, the academic scholarship will be based upon high school academic work and test scores.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS FOR TRANSFER STUDENTS

Whether you’re looking for a Florida transfer student scholarship, an academic scholarship, or scholarships for athletics or music, we encourage you to review our many scholarship opportunities. This includes academic merit awards reserved specifically for transfer student scholarships.

Provost Scholars (Transfer): Awarded to transfer students with strong college academic records, a GPA of 3.55 or higher, and 30 or more completed credit hours.

Chair Scholars (Transfer): Designed for students who have completed 24+ credit hours and meet GPA requirements of 3.4-3.54.

Founder Scholars (Transfer): Supports transfer students who have completed 24+ credit hours with a GPA of 3.00-3.39.

Transfer Student Scholarship Transfer Student GPA Criteria Annual Award Amount*
Provost Scholars 3.55 GPA Minimum of 30 college credit hours $4,200
Chair Scholars 3.4-3.54 GPA Minimum of 24 college credit hours $3,150
Founder Scholars 3.00-3.39 GPA Minimum of 24 college credit hours $2,100

NOTES:

  • Transfer Students:
    • A part-time college student may be eligible for an academic scholarship if their transfer credit spans more than two semesters but is equal to 12+ hours with appropriate GPA.
    • College credit hours must be from actual college course work. Credit from AP/CLEP/IB does not count toward hours for academic scholarship.
  • *Each scholarship is divided between two semesters equally. Each scholarship recipient must meet all academic admission
    requirements. All scholarships are forfeited if the student is placed on academic or disciplinary probation.

DEPARTMENTAL SCHOLARSHIPS

Are you looking for private school scholarships in Florida that recognize your talent and dedication to your art? You may qualify for a departmental scholarship. Band, music, voice, chorus, and string ensemble are all available.

We are also proud to offer a biblical studies scholarship among our scholarships for college students.

Athletic Scholarships

VARSITY ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS

Interested in playing a sport at the collegiate level? Florida College offers athletic scholarships to student-athletes who demonstrate talent, dedication, and leadership both on and off the field. These scholarships are awarded through the recruitment process and vary by sport, skill level, and team needs.

Our teams compete in the NAIA, and scholarships are available for men’s and women’s sports, including basketball, soccer, cross country, and volleyball. Student-athletes are expected to uphold academic and character standards while contributing to team success. Scholarship amounts may vary each year and are determined by the coaching staff in coordination with the Financial Aid office.

Visit our athletic website to be recruited by one of our teams. You may be eligible for an athletics scholarship. Go Falcons!

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Other Florida College Scholarships

ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS

Endowed scholarship funds have been established by gifts from generous donors who desire that their gift be invested, and the income used for scholarships for deserving students. These scholarships are awarded based on the information received from the FAFSA* and the scholarship application, the guidelines established by the donors, student eligibility, and funds availability.

Apply below. The application covers scholarships available for Endowed Scholarships and the Adopt Program. You need only to complete the application once for the upcoming school year.

*International students are not required to complete the FAFSA.

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JAMES R. COPE ADOPT PROGRAM

The Adopt Program is about people helping people. The program matches deserving students with donors who are interested in helping students attend Florida College. The students selected are informed of their “adoption” and keep the donor informed of their progress during the year. Students must meet the criteria below in order to qualify for this scholarship:

  • Demonstrate financial need by completing the FAFSA
  • Maintain a GPA of 2.0 on a minimum of 12 credit hours per semester.*
  • Write thank you letters to donors, due by the deadline.
  • Attend any meetings assigned by the Adopt Coordinator.

*A student with a GPA of less than 2.0 will be put on a one semester probation. Failure to raise grades to the minimum after that semester will result in a loss of all funding.

The deadline to be considered for the Adopt Program is July 15.

Apply above. The application covers scholarships available for Endowed Scholarships and the Adopt Program. You need only to complete the application once for the upcoming school year.

The Hall Scholarship Fund

The Sewell and Caneta Hall Scholarship fund is a scholarship designed to bring under-represented and first generation students to Florida College. Students must meet the criteria below in order to qualify for this scholarship:

  • Demonstrate financial need by completing the FAFSA. International students are not required to submit a FAFSA.
  • Be of an under-represented background and/or a first generation student. 
  • Complete an application to receive scholarship funds.
  • Receive admission to Florida College by July 15.  
  • Have a high school GPA of 2.25 or a transfer GPA of 2.0.

Fall ’25 applications will open February 1.

For students to be considered for this scholarship, they must be admitted to Florida College by July 15. If you have not yet applied, please click here.  

To maintain scholarship upon selection:

  • Students are required to maintain a minimum cumulative 2.0 GPA per semester. In the event that the recipient is placed on academic probation, the student will be required to meet with the Academic Advising Office to create a meeting and action plan for the new semester.
  • The scholarship is renewable for up to 4 years or the completion of a bachelor’s degree, whichever comes first.
  • Recipients are required to attend a Sewell and Caneta Hall Scholarship meeting at the beginning of their first semester and write a thank you letter to the donors each semester they attend Florida College.

To learn more about the Hall Scholarship fund, click here.

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Outside Scholarships

  • Outside scholarships come from private sources. For example, a scholarship from your local rotary club would be an outside scholarship. You may choose to use the internet to search for outside scholarships. Keep in mind that smaller scholarships and those that require essays tend to have fewer applicants, which may increase your chances of being awarded one of these scholarships.
  • Consult your high school guidance counselor regarding possible scholarships that you may qualify for. Your local community may be the most beneficial place to search for outside scholarships. Local community and civic organizations (like American Legion, Boys & Girls Clubs, 4-H Clubs, etc.) may offer scholarships. Also, talk with your employer and your parents’ employers to see what scholarship opportunities they may have.
  • Check general scholarships early. Research general scholarships as early as your freshman year in high school​. There is a lot of money out there; you just have to find it. You may be eligible for scholarships close to home or those based on race, nationality, or special skills. Look into these opportunities at the local library and online, and talk with your high school guidance counselor.

If you have any questions regarding applying or eligibility for government grants, please contact our financial aid office.

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