Randolph Bracy Ocoee Scholarship Program

Name: Randolph Bracy Ocoee Scholarship Program

Award Amount: $6,100 per academic year.

Information and Eligibility:

The Randolph Bracy Ocoee Scholarship Program was established to honor the victims of the Ocoee Election Day Massacre of 1920. The program provides financial assistance to eligible Florida students, especially those who are direct descendants of the massacre victims, to pursue postsecondary education.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Residency: Must be a Florida resident and U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen.
• Ancestry (Preferred): Priority consideration is given to direct descendants of victims of the 1920 Ocoee Election Day Massacre (documentation required).
• Enrollment: Must enroll full-time in an undergraduate degree or certificate program at an eligible Florida public postsecondary institution.
• Academic Performance: Maintain satisfactory academic progress as defined by the institution.

Selection Criteria:

• Priority given to direct descendants of massacre victims.
• Commitment to full-time enrollment in an eligible Florida institution.
• Demonstrated academic achievement and commitment to educational goals.

Application Requirements:

• Complete and submit the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA).
• Provide documentation verifying direct descent from Ocoee Massacre victims, if applicable.
• Submit proof of enrollment in an eligible Florida institution.
• Include academic transcripts and any required supporting documents.

Application Timeline:

• Application Opens: October 1
• Application Deadline: April 1

Additional Information:

• Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment and satisfactory academic progress to remain eligible for renewal.
• Applicants who are not direct descendants may still apply if they meet other eligibility requirements, but priority will be given to descendants.
• Funding is limited, and applicants are encouraged to submit all required documentation early.

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