Sponsored by Florida Department of Education, Office of Student Financial Assistance
Amount varies
August 31, 2026 (in 38 days)
Florida's Bright Futures Scholarship rewards Florida resident high school graduates for academic achievement with money toward tuition at an eligible Florida public or independent postsecondary institution. Florida Academic Scholars need a 3.5 weighted GPA, a 1330 SAT (or 29 ACT), and 100 hours of volunteer service, paid work, or a combination, and receive 100% of standard tuition and fees at a public institution. Florida Medallion Scholars need a 3.0 weighted GPA, a 1190 SAT (or 24 ACT), and 75 hours of service, and receive 75% of tuition and fees (100% for an associate degree at a Florida College System institution). Students must be Florida residents and U.S. citizens or eligible noncitizens, complete required college-preparatory coursework, and submit the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) during their senior year.
Complete the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) between October 1, 2025, and August 31, 2026, for the 2026 graduating class. ACT, CLT, or SAT scores must be earned no later than August 31 of your graduation year.
Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC)
Lottery-funded merit scholarship for Tennessee high school graduates who meet ACT/SAT or GPA benchmarks and enroll within 16 months of graduation.
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Information last verified July 23, 2026.
New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA)
Merit scholarship covering full tuition at a student's home NJ county college for top 15% high school graduates who enroll there after graduation.