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Scholarship Search Engines

  • Additional Resources:

    • College Financial Aid Website:  The official financial aid website from your college may have a list of internal scholarships and grants you can apply for.  Call as soon as you receive an admission acceptance letter and commit to attend.
    • Local organizations:  Look for scholarship opportunities with nearby community foundations, rotary clubs, women's clubs and more. Most of these will be shared to Seniors in an e-mail and posted on SAIL's scholarship roster below.

    Other Scholarship Opportunities

    Start your scholarship search early!

    Begin by reviewing which scholarships you qualify for, and then apply to all that interest you!  

    Most scholarships renew each year, but it is up to the student to VERIFY DEADLINE DATES prior to submitting their scholarship application.

    Note that some of these listings are local, some are national, and others are trusted scholarship search engines. Most schools will also have their own internal scholarship opportunities.

    Please allow enough time to:

    ~ Write, proofread, and finalize an ESSAY (if required.)

    ~ Ask for, receive and attach LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION.

    ~ Request INTERMEDIARY TRANSCRIPTS to be sent electronically* [Students must email the school name and receiving email address to our Registrar: ferrellj@leonschools.net ]  *FINAL transcripts will NOT be available until approximately 3 weeks after graduation.

    Complete ALL parts of an electronic application, and write neatly on a paper application.

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    Tallahassee, FL 32303

    Phone: 850.488.2468
    Fax: 850.922.8483 
     
     
    School Counselor: Tamela McGriff, mcgrifft1@leonschools.net
     

     

Scholarships Directory

Taco Bell Live Mas' Scholarship

Application Deadline: 01/03/2024 - https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/

The Live Más Scholarship is not based on your grades, no essays, no test scores, no right or wrong answers. We’re looking for the next generation of innovators, creators and dreamers who want to make a difference in the world. Submit a video (2 minutes or less in length) that tells us the story of your life’s passion. It could be a short film, animation or just a simple testimonial. This is not about how well you can make a film – we just want you to show us your passion.

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline: 01/10/2024 - https://jackierobinson.org/apply/

The Jackie Robinson Foundation provides scholarships of up to $30,000/four years to minority high school students showing leadership potential and demonstrating financial need to attend an accredited four-year college or university of their choice. Students will need to show a financial need. For more information and to apply, please see the web site!

Bank of America Student Leaders Program

Application Deadline: 01/14/2024 - https://www.bankofamerica.com/studentleaders

Open to Juniors and Seniors. Must be able to participate in a week-long Student Leaders Summit in Washington, DC (Summer 2021). (All expenses paid. This week will be part of your 8-week experience). For complete information, see the website.

The Deboles-Johnson Foundation (DJF) Scholarship

Application Deadline: 01/31/2023 - https://djfoundationinc.org

Eligibility Requirements: Graduating high school senior, minimum 2.0 GPA (unweighted), an unofficial high school transcript, 2 or more Letters of recommendation. Please see the website for additional information and to apply. Submit the DJF Volunteer Form detailing 100 hours (minimum) of community service hours.

KPMG Future Leaders Program Scholarship

Application Deadline: 01/31/23 - https://womensleadership.kpmg.us/charitable.html/developing-future-generations-women-leaders-2022.html

Graduating Female High School Senior planning to enroll in a 4-year program at a college/university - intends to major in a business or STEM track. Minimum 3.5 GPA, demonstrates strong academic and leadership abilities, as well as community involvement & financial need. See the website for complete information and to apply.

GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline: 01/4/2024 - https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-program/

High School Seniors who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity and citizenship. Minimum 3.0 GPA and plan to enroll full-time at a four-year college or university. For more information and to apply go to the website.

Capital City Optimist Club International Essay Scholarship Competition

Application Deadline: 02/01/202 - https://www.optimist.org/Documents/2023/programs/22-23_Essay_Application.pdf

Graduating Seniors under the age of 19 as if 10/1/22. Students compose an original essay submitted through a local Optimist Club written on the official contest topic. Please see the website for the application. Expired 02/01/2023 - MUST send the application to: Courtney Wilke at: cbennettwilke@gmail.com

The Biletnikoff Award Scholarship

Application Deadline: 02/07/2023 - https://BiletnikoffAward.com/about-scholarships

Minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA or 3.25 weighted GPA. Applicants do not have to play a high school sport to qualify. Must have overcome a significant mental, physical, emotional or environmental challenge. See the websites for complete information. BiletnikoffAward.com/about-scholarships

AgVocator Scholarship sponsored by Farm Credit of Northwest Florida

Application Deadline: 02/10/2023 - https://www.farmcredit-fl.com/about/careers www.GoRural.net

Must be a high school senior in good academic standing. Preference will be given to students involved in 4-H or FFA. Copy of transcript, resume, essay, OR video explaining your rural community and/or the agriculture industry you are interested in post-graduation. See the website for the application, scroll down, and download the application.

Gwen Cherry Scholarship, National Hook-Up of Black Women Inc.

Application Deadline: 02/12/2022 - https://gscbwla.org/page-18145

This scholarship is for African American female students who will attend either FAMU, FSU or TCC. Must have minimum 3.0 GPA, involvement in school and community service activities and write an essay. For complete details see the attached link.

The HEAR Your Future Scholarship

Application Deadline: 02/12/2023 - https://www.hearfoundation.org/scholarship/apply-now/

For students that are directly impacted by hearing loss (i.e. yourself, parent, sibling, etc.). Must have a 3.0 GPA or higher, be a U. S. Citizen and no criminal record. Submit 250-500 word essay. Applications must be received by U.S. Mail.

Florida State University Young Scholars Summer Program

Application Deadline: 02/15/23 - https://ysp.osta.fsu.edu/

This is for Juniors who will be Seniors next year! Scored in the 90% or better in Math on a nationally standardized test. Be able to commit for the entire six weeks. Minimum 3.0 GPA and be enrolled in or completed Pre-Calculus. Please see the website for complete information and to apply.

Columbus Citizens Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline: 02/20/2023 - https://scholarsapp.com

Graduating Seniors with a minimum 3.5 GPA and minimuum of 25% Italian Heritage. See website for more information and to apply.

Tallahassee Community College (TCC) Scholarships

Application Deadline: 02/23/2023 - https://www.tcc.fl.edu/admissions/financial-aid/scholarships/

High School Seniors MUST apply to TCC before applying for scholarships. See website for various scholarship opportunities and deadlines.

Annual Soccer Scholarship

Application Deadline: 1/31/2024 - https://www.GVScholarship.org/apply

Graduating Seniors who played Varsity or Club Soccer, with a minimum GPA of 3.25 and live in the Tallahassee or Thomasville, GA area.

Navy ROTC Marine Option Scholarship Program

Application Deadline: 1/31/2024 - https://www.netc.navy.mil/Commands/Naval-Service-Training-Command/NROTC/Marine/

Become a U. S. Marine Officer. Must be US citizen, for more information see your USMC Recruiting Officer and the website. The Marines do not have their own Marine ROTC program, but instead aspiring Marines take part in the Navy ROTC Marine Option program.

Ron Brown Scholar Program

Application Deadline: 12/01/2023 - https://www.ronbrown.org

This scholarship is for African American high school Seniors who excel academically, show exceptional leadership potential and impact their communities through service to others. For more information and application, go to the website.

FSU Air Force ROTC Scholarship AND U.S. Space Force career track scholarship.

Application Deadline: 12/31/2023 - https://www.afrotc.com/scholarships

Open to seniors who are considering going into a college Air Force ROTC Program or applicants who are interested in choosing the U.S. Space Force career track, you have until November 30, 2022, Minimum SAT composite of 1240 or ACT composite of 26 and an unweighted GPA of 3.0. The scholarship process consist of several steps, for complete information and to start your application, go to the web site. Any questions, contact Captain Michael Meaux, USAF at the FSU Air Force ROTC at 850-644-1849.

FAFSA - Free Application for Federal Student Aid

Application Deadline: Check back for exact opening date in December 2023! - https://studentaid.gov/

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) new form will be available in December 2023. This single application allows you to see your eligibility for multiple financial aid forms. Be prepared to enter your parent's income information or link to the IRS for the previous year's tax information.

FAMU Scholarship Opportunities

Application Deadline: Check website for multiple opportunities and deadlines. - https://www.famu.edu/Scholarships

General Scholarship Information - Several scholarships available. In order to move forward as a candidate for the 2023-2024 scholarship year, all candidates must apply.

Full Sail University Emerging Technology degree program.

Application Deadline: Check website for multiple opportunities and deadlines. - https://fullsail.edu

Full Sail University is located in Winter Park, FL Available to Senior high school students. Minimum 3.8 GPA or higher and MUST apply to Full Sail University before applying for scholarship. See the website for complete information.

University of North Florida

Application Deadline: Check website for multiple opportunities and deadlines. APPLY EARLY!!! - https://www.leonschools.net/Page/www.unf.edu/onestop/finaid/Scholarships.aspx

Several Scholarships for Freshman: UNF Foundation Merit and Need Based; grants and scholarships require enrollment in at least 15 credit hours for disbursement.

FSU Scholarship Opportunities

Application Deadline: Check website for multiple scholarship opportunities and deadlines. - https://www.admissions.fsu.edu/freshman/scholarships

- Admitted “Freshman” are automatically considered for this scholarship. - Students admitted to FSU’s Honors Program may apply for the Presidential Scholars Program Scholarship. To apply to FSU, go to: https://admissions.fsu.edu --- FSU Freshman Scholarship:

Mary McLeod Bethune Scholarship

Application Deadline: Deadlines established by participating institutions. - https://www.floridastudentfinancialaidsg.org/PDF/factsheets/MMB.pdf

Seniors who are applying to one of the following colleges/universities: Bethune-Cookman, Edward Waters, FAMU or Florida Memorial. -Offered by Florida Student Financial Aid.org.

Army ROTC Scholarship

Application Deadline: Expired 01/13/2023 - Applications due-to be reviewed from Jan. 23-27, 2023 03/06/2023 -Applications due-to be reviewed from Mar. 13-17, '23. Expired 10/07/2022 - Applications due-to be reviewed from Oct. 17-21, '22 Your application must be started no later than Feb. 4, 2023 to be eligible for review by the Army ROTC National Scholarship Board. - https://www.leonschools.net/Page/www.goarmy.com/rotc/high-school-students/four-year-scholarship.html

U.S. citizen; GPA of at least 2.50 and a minimum score of 1000 on the SAT (math/verbal) or 19 on the ACT. See the website for additional information and to apply. Any questions, go online to start a "live chat." For complete information and to apply, go to the GoArmy website.

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