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SCHOLARSHIP GUIDE
Complete guide to the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship. GPA and test score requirements, award amounts by tier, application process, and deadlines for 2026-2027.
Award Amount
100% tuition (FAS) or 75% tuition (FMS)
Deadline
August 31 after high school graduation
Renewability
Renewable each year with minimum GPA (varies by tier)
Official Site
Apply→Florida residents, minimum 3.5 weighted GPA, 29 ACT / 1330 SAT (FAS) or 3.0 GPA, 25 ACT / 1210 SAT (FMS). 100+ service hours required.
Check eligibility requirements and gather necessary documents before the deadline (August 31 after high school graduation).
Visit the official application portal and create an account.
Complete the application, including essays and supporting materials.
Submit before the deadline and follow up to confirm receipt.
For the Florida Academic Scholars (FAS) award: 3.5 weighted GPA. For the Florida Medallion Scholars (FMS) award: 3.0 weighted GPA. Both are calculated using your 16 core credit hours.
Yes, but the award amount is based on the equivalent cost at a Florida public university. You will likely have a gap at private schools.
Yes. Complete the Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) through the Office of Student Financial Assistance website by August 31 of your graduation year.
You can retake the test. Bright Futures uses your highest composite score (superscore is accepted). Take the test by June of senior year for results to arrive in time.
No. Bright Futures covers tuition and fees only. You will need other financial aid or family resources for room, board, books, and personal expenses.
Written by AdmitPath team
Verified against official scholarship sources. Last updated August 2026.
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