Florida First Responder Scholarship Program

Name: Florida First Responder Scholarship Program

Award Amount: Covers a portion of tuition and fees at Florida public postsecondary institutions, up to the cost of attendance.

Information and Eligibility:

The Florida First Responder Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to dependents of Florida first responders, including law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs). The scholarship is designed to support the educational aspirations of families who serve and protect the state of Florida.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Residency: Must be a Florida resident and U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen.
• Relation to First Responder: Must be the dependent child or spouse of a Florida first responder.
• First Responder Status: The first responder must be actively employed or have passed away in the line of duty.
• Enrollment: Must enroll in a degree or certificate program at an eligible Florida public postsecondary institution.
• Academic Performance: Must meet the institution’s satisfactory academic progress standards.

Selection Criteria:

• Verification of dependent status of a Florida first responder.
• Enrollment in an eligible Florida institution.
• Commitment to completing a degree or certificate program.

Application Requirements:

• Complete and submit the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA).
• Provide documentation verifying the first responder’s employment status or line-of-duty death.
• Submit proof of relationship to the first responder (e.g., birth certificate, marriage certificate).
• Include proof of enrollment in an eligible institution.

Application Timeline:

• Application Opens: October 1
• Application Deadline: July 31

Additional Information:

• The scholarship is renewable for up to four years, provided recipients meet academic progress and enrollment requirements.
• Funding may be used for tuition, fees, and other approved educational expenses.
• Applicants are encouraged to work closely with their institution’s financial aid office for additional support and guidance.

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