Florida Gold Seal CAPE Scholarship

Name: Florida Gold Seal CAPE Scholarship (GSC)

Award Amount: Covers tuition and applicable fees for specific career education programs at eligible Florida institutions.

Information and Eligibility:

The Florida Gold Seal CAPE (Career and Professional Education) Scholarship is part of the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Program. It provides funding for Florida students pursuing career and technical education programs at eligible institutions, encouraging students to earn high-demand industry certifications.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Residency: Must be a Florida resident and U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen.
• High School Achievement:
  • Must earn a minimum of five postsecondary credit hours through CAPE industry certifications that articulate into college credit.
  • Must achieve the required weighted GPA in high school courses as specified by the program.
• Enrollment: Must enroll in a career education or certificate program at an eligible Florida postsecondary institution.
• Community Service: Must complete the required number of community service hours.

Selection Criteria:

• Completion of CAPE industry certifications that articulate to college credit.
• Meeting GPA and community service requirements.
• Enrollment in an eligible career or technical education program.

Application Requirements:

• Complete and submit the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) by the deadline.
• Provide documentation of CAPE industry certifications earned during high school.
• Submit proof of enrollment in an eligible career education or certificate program.
• Ensure transcripts reflect all required coursework and grades.

Application Timeline:

• Application Opens: October 1
• Application Deadline: August 31 following high school graduation

Additional Information:

• This scholarship is specifically designed for students pursuing career and technical education rather than traditional degree programs.
• The scholarship is renewable for up to 60 credit hours of career education, provided recipients maintain eligibility.
• Students must achieve satisfactory academic progress as defined by the institution.

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