Rosewood Family Scholarship Program

Name: Rosewood Family Scholarship Program

Award Amount: Varies based on tuition and fees at eligible Florida institutions.

Information and Eligibility:

The Rosewood Family Scholarship Program provides financial assistance to direct descendants of Rosewood families affected by the 1923 Rosewood Incident. This scholarship supports students pursuing higher education at public postsecondary institutions in Florida.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Residency: Must be a Florida resident and U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen.
• Ancestry: Must be a direct descendant of families affected by the 1923 Rosewood Incident (documentation required).
• Enrollment: Must enroll full-time in a degree or certificate program at an eligible Florida public postsecondary institution.
• Academic Performance: Maintain satisfactory academic progress as defined by the institution.

Selection Criteria:

• Proof of direct descent from families affected by the Rosewood Incident.
• Enrollment in an eligible Florida institution.
• Commitment to academic success and degree completion.

Application Requirements:

• Complete and submit the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) by the deadline.
• Provide documentation verifying direct descent from Rosewood families.
• Submit proof of enrollment in an eligible Florida institution.

Application Timeline:

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

Additional Information:

• The scholarship covers tuition and fees and may include other educational expenses depending on available funding.
• Recipients must maintain full-time enrollment and satisfactory academic progress to remain eligible for renewal.
• Students are encouraged to contact the institution’s financial aid office for additional support and resources.

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