State Aid
Florida Resident Scholarships
Florida Bright Futures Scholarships
Did you know that you can use your Bright Futures Scholarship at private Florida schools like Florida Tech? You sure can! It works a bit differently at private schools than state schools. Here's how:
- Scholarships are earned by students who graduate from a Florida high school or Florida home school program
- Florida Tech participates in the Bright Futures Academic and Medallion scholarship programs
- Student Eligibility is determined by the State of Florida.
- Eligible students receive funding at a rate determined by the state of Florida, which is the equivalent to what a student would receive at a public institution.
- During the 2025-2026 academic year, the rates were:
- $212 Per Credit Hour for Academic Scholars
- $159 Per Credit Hour for Medallion Scholars
- Learn more through the Florida DOE Office of Student Financial Assistance
Florida Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans (CSDDV)
- Additional aid for Florida residents who are Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans
- Student Eligibility is determined by the State of Florida.
- Priority application deadline is April 1
- Eligible students receive funding at a rate determined by the state of Florida, which is the equivalent to what a student would receive at a public institution.
- During the 2025-2026 academic year, the rates were:
- $212 Per Credit Hour
- Learn more through the Florida DOE Office of Student Financial Assistance
Florida Resident Grants
Florida Resident Grants
Effective Access to Student Education (EASE Grant)
- Full-time undergraduate Florida residents who are US Citizens or eligible non-citizens
- Students must submit documentation for Florida Residency
- The state determines the award amount each year
- Renewable for a maximum of 9 semesters (must meet eligibility and renewal requirements)
- Learn more through the Florida DOE Office of Student Financial Assistance
Florida Student Assistance Grant (FSAG)
- State grant for students with need, which is determined by filing the FAFSA
- Full-time undergraduate Florida residents who are US Citizens or eligible non-citizens
- Students must submit documentation for Florida Residency
- Renewable for a maximum of 9 semesters (must meet eligibility and renewal requirements)
- Learn more through the Florida DOE Office of Student Financial Assistance
Honorably Discharged Graduate Assistance Program (HDGAP)
- Need-based veteran educational benefit for Florida Residents
- The state determines eligibility
- Students must submit documentation for Florida Residency
- Certification must be completed by November 1
- Up to $1,000 annually
- Learn more through the Florida DOE Office of Student Financial Assistance
Other State Scholarships and Grants
If you're home state is not Florida, you may still be eligible for state grant assistance. Visit State Financial Aid Programs to find out more information about state grant opportunities from your home state.