Florida Department of Education, Office of Student Financial Assistance

Florida Bright Futures: Florida Academic Scholars (FAS)

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Award
Covers 100% of tuition and applicable fees at a Florida public institution (comparable fixed amount at eligible private institutions); summer terms can be covered. Top FAS scholars in each district receive an additional per credit hour award.
Deadline
Submit the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) between October 1, 2026 and August 31, 2027 (2027 graduates). Tests must be taken on or before August 31 of the graduation year.
How to apply
Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA); eligibility is evaluated from high school transcript and test data
What you'll need
  • A separate scholarship application
  • Your transcript
Who can apply
Florida resident and U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen; standard Florida high school diploma; 16 college-preparatory courses; 3.50 weighted Bright Futures GPA in those courses; for 2026-27 graduates ACT 29, CLT 95, or SAT 1330; 100 volunteer service hours, 100 paid work hours, or 100 combined hours. National Merit Finalists/Scholars, AP Capstone, AICE Diploma and IB Diploma recipients have alternate qualifying paths. Must enroll at an eligible Florida institution.
Good to know
Only usable at eligible Florida colleges. Renewal requires a 3.0 unweighted college GPA. Requirements can change each legislative session.
Details
Score minimumPermanent residents eligible