Scholarships
Senior Resources
Scholarships / Financial Aid
RESOURCE ROOM 1-257, located between Student Services and Activities Office.
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- Looking for college specific scholarship opportunities? Check out our College News Page – we share anything the colleges send to us there!
- 2024 BUC Family Night – Financial Aid Presentation
- Links to helpful videos that explain steps of the FAFSA.
- FAFSA “Data Keeper” page to help keep track of your FSA ID and FAFSA information.
- Includes Florida Financial Aid (Bright Futures) on back page.
Scholarship & Financial Aid Resources
- Local & State/National Scholarship Opportunities
- State & Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA)
- Scholarship Search Resources
Local & State/National Scholarship Opportunities
List is in order of DUE DATE - review often for new opportunities!
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Horatio Alger Association: HoratioAlger
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Career/Technical application opens March 15, 2024 - June 15, 2024
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Review website for complete details and all opportunities
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Family Health Source Scholarship: FHS2024
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Application due by March 20, 2024 - turn in to Resource Room or Student Services
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Student must be pursuing training/degree in the healthcare field.
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MAINLAND EXCLUSIVE - total of (3) scholarships will be awarded, $1,000 to each recipient
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ADK - Education Career Scholarship: ADK2024
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Application due by March 20, 2024 - must submit to Resource Room or Student Services
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Minimum 3.0 GPA and student must be interested in a career in education
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Embassy of Hope Foundation (Vince Carter)
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Applications due March 22, 2024
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Review each information sheet for complete details and criteria to apply. MHS students may apply for BOTH scholarships, each valued at $1,500
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See School Counselor or Mrs. Scheuerman for application
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David Bigman Memorial Scholarship: DBMS2024
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Application due by March 25, 2024 - MUST be mailed or emailed
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Minimum 3.0 GPA, and must have at least one grandparent that is Jewish
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Kappa Alpha Psi-Kappa Derby Scholarship: KAP2024
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Application due by March 29, 2024 - MUST be mailed
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For MALE students only, with minimum 2.8 GPA
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See application for complete details and requirements
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The Peabody Auditorium Foundation: Peabody
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Application due March 29, 2024
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Review application for complete details
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Minimum 3.0 GPA
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Seniors who are pursuing a degree/career in the performing arts (i.e., dance, music, or theater)
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Daytona Beach Deltas Scholarships: DBD2024
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Applications due by March 31, 2024 - online application & upload by 11:59pm
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There are (2) scholarships available, please see website for complete details for each.
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African American male and female students only
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Matt Buth Foundation: MattButhFoundation
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Application due March 31, 2024 - MUST be mailed
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Total of two $2,500 scholarship to be awarded
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Available to student with at least one year in VCS band, orchestra, choir or other musical arts program through school. See website and application for complete details and requirements.
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Liga de CAMPEONES: LDG2024
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Application due March 31, 2024 - online only
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For Hispanic seniors with minimum 3.2 GPA
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Self-Help Credit Union Community Scholarship: SHCU
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Application due by March 31, 2024
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Apply on-line using link for opportunity to win $1,000 scholarship
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NHBW, Inc. Volusia Chapter: NHBW2024
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Application due April 1, 2024
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Minimum 2.75 GPA and minimum of 50 hours of documented community service
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See application link for more details
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Southern Scholarship Fund: SSF
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Application due April 1, 2024
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Review website for complete details and to access application
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Scholarship for rent-free housing at specific FLORIDA schools including FAMU, FSU, UF and more
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VCEC-Transition Scholarship: VCEC2024
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Application due by April 1, 2024
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See application link/form for details and to submit (Microsoft form)
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Minimum 2.5 GPA & student must receive special education support services
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Sweetwater Elementary-Pat Miller Scholarship: PM2024
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Application due April 1, 2024 - must submit to Ms. Hubbs or Mrs. Johnson
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Must be a former Sweetwater Elementary student with minimum 3.0 GPA
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Minimum of 50 volunteer hours served at SWE, see application for details.
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MHS Class of '64 Scholarship: MHS64-2024
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Application due by April 2, 2024 - turn in to Resource Room
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Minimum 3.0 GPA, see application for complete details and requirements
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This is a MAINLAND EXCLUSIVE scholarship for $1,000
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MHS Class of '64 Tech/Trade School Scholarship: MHS64TT-2024
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Application due by April 2, 2024 - turn in to Resource Room
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Minimum 2.0 GPA, student must be pursuing a technical degree/certificate. See application for complete details and requirements.
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This is a MAINLAND EXCLUSIVE scholarship for $1,000
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Port Orange Community Trust Scholarship: POCT2024
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Application due by April 3, 2024 - MUST be emailed in one document
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Student must be a resident of Port Orange, Minimum 3.2 GPA
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See application for complete details and requirements
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Ormond Beach CC Rob Ridder Scholarship: OBCC2024
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Application due by April 4, 2024
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Student must have a parent or legal guardian that is a member in good standing with the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce.
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See application for complete details and submission instructions.
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The DB Chapter of The Links, Inc.: LINKS2024
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Application due by April 5, 2024 - MUST be emailed
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For African-American students ONLY, with minimum 3.0 GPA
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See application for complete details and requirements
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Tommy Darcy Memorial Scholarship: TDMS2024
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Application due by April 8, 2024 - MUST be emailed
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This is a MAINLAND EXCLUSIVE scholarship for $700
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See application for complete details and requirements
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VSCA High School Scholarship: VSCA2024
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Application due by 5:00pm on April 10, 2024 - online form
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500 word or less essay, topic "Describe the positive impact any school counselor has had on your life"
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Rotary Club of Daytona Beach (see below for individual app links)
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Application(s) due by April 12 - MUST be emailed
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See each application for complete details and requirements, may apply for more than one
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Each scholarship is valued at $4,000 - given as $1,000 renewable 4yrs total
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J. Saxton Lloyd Scholarship - Leadership qualities & community service
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Wm M. Seitz Community Scholarship - Financial need
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Interact Club Member Scholarship - Leadership, service and club member ONLY
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FAMU Alumni Association: FAMU2024
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Application due by April 14, 2024 - online form
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Student must be attending FAMU after graduation
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Daytona Beach Pilot Int'l Club: DBPC2024
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Application due April 15, 2024 - must be turned in to Mrs. Scheuerman or Ms. Hubbs
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Must be pursuing education in field of Health Sciences or Education.
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$1,000 scholarship renewable up to (4) years - total $4,000
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Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune Legacy Scholarship: DMMB2024
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Application is due April 22, 2024
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$1,000 scholarship for student who will be attending an HBCU after graduation
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H.V. Lucas Foundation Scholarships: HVL2024
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Application due by 5:00pm on April 26, 2024
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There are (3) categories to choose from when applying, please see website for details on each
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Open to MINORITY student only with minimum 3.0 GPA (2.5 GPA for Citizenship category)
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A WISH, Inc., AKA, Gamma Mu Omega: WISH2024
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Application due by April 26, 2024 - must be mailed
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Minimum 2.8 GPA - see application for complete details and requirements
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South Daytona Community Trust Scholarship: SD2024
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Application due by 4:00pm on April 30, 2024
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Student must be a resident of South Daytona with a minimum 3.0 GPA
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See website for complete details and to access application, or download now
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American Veterans: AMVETS
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Applications accepted until April 30, 2024 - MUST be mailed
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Review Scholarship Letter and go to website link for PDF application downloads
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Donlad Rhindress JROTC: for seniors with at least 2-years of JROTC participation and minimum 3.0 GPA
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Joseph K. Lee: for seniors who are son/daughter and/or grandchild or great grandchild of a member of AMVETS with minimum 3.0 GPA and involvement in school-sponsored extra-curricular activities
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DayDream Beauty Co: DDBC
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Application due May 1, 2024
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This is a MAINLAND EXCLUSIVE scholarship of $500 for senior attending an HBCU after graduation
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American Muslim Alliance of Florida: AMAFL
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Application due May 6, 2024 - MUST be mailed
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Review website or application packet for complete details
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Open to student of all faith and race with a minimum 3.0 GPA
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Additional opportunities - due dates will vary:
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National Center for Learning Disabilities: NCLD
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Links to several scholarships and resources for students with documented learning disabilities
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American Indian Graduate Center (AIGC) has several scholarships available including opportunities for high school, undergraduate and graduate students; check website for complete details and links to programs: AIGC Scholarships
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The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has several scholarship opportunities with varying due dates; check website for complete details and links to programs: UNCF Scholarship Link
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National and State Scholarships: FloridaNEXT
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Links to MANY scholarship opportunities, like Gates Millennium, Foot Locker, Burger King and SO MUCH MORE!
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College Board Big Future Scholarship: BigFuture
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Open to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors, ongoing program
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Earn opportunities to “win” money based on steps you complete along the way up to $40,000!
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Winners are selected monthly!! This launched in 2019 and a MHS student won $1,000!!
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Career One Stop is sponsored by the US Department of Labor and offers assistance with career exploration, training and jobs. It also offers a scholarship search engine: Scholarship Finder
State & Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA)
SEEKING FINANCIAL AID BOOKLET 2023
Florida Scholarship and Grant Programs
The State of Florida has one application that opens October 1st of a student’s Senior year. There are (15) programs that are included in State funding, including Bright Futures. Some programs are need based and will require a completed FAFSA to evaluate a student’s need for aid and some programs have an April 1st evaluation deadline, so it is best to submit the application as soon as possible after it opens. **School Counselors will work with students in the Fall to complete the application** State funds may only be used in the State of Florida at all public and most private institutions.
More information on all available programs: FloridaStudentAid
2023-2024 Bright Futures Requirements: BFGuidelines
*New in 2021 – The FMS Bright Futures award will cover 100% of tuition and some fees at a State College (like Daytona State) for students enrolled in an associate degree program. Upon completing an associate degree, a student may use their award to pursue a baccalaureate degree and receive the standard 75% of tuition and specific fees. However, if used directly at a State University, the FMS will fund the established standard of 75% of tuition and specific fees.
FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)
The FAFSA is the application for Grants and Loans through the Federal Government; this includes the Pell Grant. The FAFSA application becomes available every October 1st and is completed for every year that you are in college. Every student that applies will qualify for some type of financial assistance and students that currently qualify for Free/Reduced lunch WILL qualify to receive the Pell Grant. FAFSA funds are able to be used Nationwide.
Students and their parent(s) must create an FSAid prior to completing the FAFSA. Your FSAid is your digital signature and will not change; it is used to digitally sign the FAFSA each year. Create your FSAid at www.StudentAid.gov select Create Account in the top right corner.
Complete the FAFSA: FAFSA
Complete information on how to complete the FAFSA: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/filling-out
The State of Florida deadline for FAFSA application is May 15th. Several programs offered through Florida Funding require a completed FAFSA for eligibility. Each College/University has their own deadline, check with each school for details.
Scholarship Search Resources
FLORIDA SCHOLARSHIPS
Florida Trend’s NEXT Magazine (Prizes, Tips, Tools, Information)
ESA Foundation (Various Florida Scholarships)
SCHOLARSHIP SEARCH SITES
Create profiles at these free search sites to find the perfect scholarships for you!
- Big Future
- Cappex
- Chegg
- CollegeScholarships.org
- CollegeBoard
- eCampusTours
- FastWeb
- Free-4U
- Niche
- SallieMae
- Scholarships.com
- Scholarship Monkey
- Scholly (small monthly fee)
- StudentScholarships.org
- TFS Scholarships
- Unigo.com
Are you a JUNIOR? There are scholarships that YOU can apply for! Click HERE to search!
For copies of applications, assistance with submissions or questions, please contact your School Counselor or stop by the Resource Room:
Mrs. Trisha Scheuerman Resource Room and Parent Liaison Title 1/Family and Student Engagement Email: tascheue@volusia.k12.fl.us Desk Phone: (386) 258-4665 x54348