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2025-26 BUC Family Night – Financial Aid Presentation
- Includes links to helpful videos that explain steps of the FAFSA.
Financial Aid “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

**List is in order of DUE DATE - review often for new opportunities!**

For copies of applications, assistance with submissions or questions, please contact your School Counselor.

Lions Clubs District 35-O Youth Exchange Scholarship: LCYE26
- Application due by February 6, 2026 - must be mailied
- Read application thoroughly!!
FBC-LEO Essay Contest: FBC2026
- Entry due by February 11, 2026 by 5:00pm - online only
- Essay contest open to 11th & 12th grade students - see flyer for details
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: HSF26
- Application due by February 15, 2026 - online only
- Students of Hispanic heritage ONLY, who are US Citizen, permanent legal resident, or DACA with a minimum 3.0 GPA - see application for complete details
Horatio Alger Undergraduate Scholarship: HA2026
- Application due by February 15 - SENIORS and March 1 - JUNIORS
- Application will evaluate you for several scholarship opportunities, see website for complete list and details
Sia Yorker Medical Science Scholarship: SIA26
- Application MUST be mailed and RECEIVED by February 25, 2026
- Minimum 3.0 GPA; for students pursuing degree in medical science at a Florida college/university
The DREAM National Scholarship: DREAM26
- Application due by February 28, 2026 - online only
- For UNDOCUMENTED students only, with or without DACA - see website for complete details
Embassy of Hope "Believing In Your Dreams" Scholarship: BELIEVE26
- Must be submitted to Mrs. Hepburn for review by March 6, 2026
- Review requirements and see Mrs. Hepburn or Mrs. Scheuerman in Student Services for an application.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA and at least 2yrs of basketball, volleyball, band and/or band auxiliaries
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority/Gamma Lambda Zeta Scholarship: GLZ26
- Application MUST be mailed and RECEIVED by March 13, 2026
- Females ONLY with minimum 3.0 GPA - see application for complete details
DB Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Scholarship: DST26
- Application due by March 31, 2026 - online only
- For African American students ONLY. There are (3) scholarship opportunities to select from, please review details thouroughly before selecting.
Southern Scholarship Fund HOUSING Scholarship: SCF26
- Application due by March 15 - Early Submission, April 1 - Final Submission
- RENT-FREE HOUSING SCHOLARSHIP valid for students who will attend Florida Gulf Coast University, University of Florida, Santa Fe College, Florida State University, Florida A&M University, or Tallahassee State College.
- Minimum 3.0 GPA, financial need evidenced through FAFSA; see website for details
Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce Rob Ridder Scholarship: OBCCRR26
- Application may be mailed, delivered in person, or emailed by March 26, 2026
- Student MUST be the child of a parent (or legal guardian) that is a member of the Ormond Beach Chamber of Commerce in good standing - see Guidelines for complete details
- Download Application (be sure to review guidelines linked above first!)
A WISH, INC. AKA Sorority Scholarship: WISH26
- Application due by March 27, 2026 - sent by email only
- Minimum 2.8 GPA and documented community service hours, see application for complete details
Peabody Foundation Performing Arts Scholarship: PF26
- Application must be postmarked by March 27, 2026 - must be mailed
- Minimum 3.0 GPA; for students pursuing degree/career in the performing arts (dance, music, or theater)
American Legion Riders Scholarship: ALR26
- Application is due by March 31, 2026 - turn in to Student Services
- Student must be a member of JROTC or have a parent/relative that is active-duty or military veteran
Delta Delta Lambda Chapter of APA Scholarship: BDL-APA26
- Application MUST be mailed by April 1, 2026
- Minimum 3.0 GPA, see application for complete details and instructions
DB Chapter of The Links, Inc. Scholarship: LINKS26
- Application due by April 4, 2026 - sent by email only
- Minimum 3.0 GPA, see application for complete details
Bob Adams Memorial Scholarship: BAMS26
- Application due by April 8, 2026 - online only
- Financial need required; see website for complete details and requirements
- PLEASE NOTE - The VCS District has blocked this scholarship website, please access OFF VCS device. available directly through AdamsCameronFoundation.com
Tommy Darcy Memorial Scholarship: TDMS26
- Application due by April 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - sent by email or give to Ms. Hepburn
- MAINLAND EXCLUSIVE, 2 awards to be given - see application for complete details
National Hookup of Black Women Scholarship: NHBW26
- Application due by April 24, 2026 - must be mailed
- Open to ALL seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA and at least 50hrs of community service - see application for complete details
DayDream Beauty Co Scholarship: DBC26
- Application due by May 1, 2026 - online only **MAINLAND EXCLUSIVE**
- For students who will be attending an HBCU only - see application for details
Pilot Club of the Halifax Area Scholarship: PCHA26
- Application MUST be mailed or emailed by May 15, 2026
  - There is also a link available on the application that will allow you to complete and submit online
- For students who demonstrate severe financial hardship and a great passion to achieve success
Clarence and Grace Watterson Scholarship: CGW26
- Application and materials due by May 18, 2026 - online app, materials separate
- Preference given to students living in Daytona Beach or Ormond Beach
- Award amount varies, may be used at 2yr or 4yr school, see website for details

Additional opportunities - due dates will vary:

State of Florida & National Scholarships: FloridaNEXT
- Links to MANY scholarship opportunities, like Gates Millennium, Foot Locker, Burger King and SO MUCH MORE!
College Board Big Future Scholarship: BigFuture
- Earn opportunities to “win” money based on steps you complete along the way up to $40,000!
- Open to Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors, ongoing program
National Center for Learning Disabilities: NCLD
- Links to several scholarships and resources for students with documented learning disabilities
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
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 ScholarshipsCareer 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

Misc. National & State Scholarship Links

Regions Riding Forward (ongoing QUARTERLY CONTEST!): https://www.regions.com/about-regions/inclusion-belonging-impact/supporting-communities/essay-contest-scholarship
The Gates Scholarship (July -September): https://www.thegatesscholarship.org/scholarship
Quest Bridge (AUG for Seniors, Spring for Jr): https://www.questbridge.org/
Golden Door Scholarship (Aug 1 – Oct 1): https://www.goldendoorscholars.org/apply
Coca-Cola Scholarship (Aug 1 - Sep 30): https://www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org/apply/
ELKS Most Valuable Student (Aug - Nov): https://www.elks.org/scholars/scholarships/mvs.cfm
C. Valentine Bates ELKS Scholarship (Aug - Jan): https://floridaelks.org/hope-scholarship
Jackie Robinson Foundation (Sept – Jan): https://jackierobinson.org/apply/
Ron Brown Scholar Program (Sep – Dec): https://ronbrown.org/apply/ron-brown-scholarship/
Burger King (October 15-December 15): https://www.burgerkingfoundation.org/programs/burger-king-sm-scholars
Equitable Excellence (opens each Fall): https://equitable.com/foundation/equitable-excellence-scholarship
APIA-Asian & Pacific Islander Foundation (Sep – Jan): https://apiascholars.org/scholarship/apia-scholarship/
The DREAM Scholarship – undocumented students (Nov 1 – Feb): https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/
Taco Bell Live Mas (Nov 1 – Jan 3 tbd): https://www.tacobellfoundation.org/live-mas-scholarship/
Horatio Alger Foundation (Dec 1 – March 15): https://horatioalger.org/scholarships/
- Additional application for Technical/Trade opens in SPRING
Jimmy Rane Foundation (December -February): https://www.jimmyranefoundation.org/scholarship-about
Hispanic Scholarship Fund (Jan – Feb): https://www.hsf.net/scholarship
Florida State GOLF Association (varies, opening again soon!! Requires Competed in a minimum of three FSGA or FJT tournaments): https://www.fsga.org/sections/foundation/college-scholarships/38
American Legion Scholarships (varied opportunities, including JROTC): https://www.floridalegion.org/programs-services/scholarships/

CLOSED SCHOLARSHIPS:

Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Essay Scholarship: OPPF2025
- Essay and application due by October 19, 2025
- See application for complete details; cash prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners
Elks Most Valuable Student Scholarship: ELKSMV25
- Application due by November 12, 2025
- Total of (500) 4-yr scholarships will be awarded - see website for details
- Download flyer
Ron Brown Scholar Program: RONBROWN26
- Application due by December 1, 2025 - online only
- Will award (20-25) $40,000 scholarships - see website for complete details
- Student must be Black/African American and US Citizen, or eligible non-citizen
MLK Celebration for Florida Scholarship: MLK2025
- Application must be received by December 5, 2025 - MUST be mailed
- See application for complete details
- $1,000 scholarship awarded for (2) two separate categories
Circkled In "No Sweat" Scholarship: CINS25
- Due December 31, 2025 - online only
- Open to all students in grade 9-12; no GPA requirement, no income restrictions, NO ESSAY.
- Download program flyer
Equitable Excellence Scholarship: EES26
- Application due by December 18, 2025 by 4:00pm - online only
- Financial need required; may be used at 2yr or 4yr school. Total of 100 scholarships will be awarded each worth $5k and renewable for 4yrs ($20k total) - see website for complete details and to apply.
Regions Riding Forward Contest: REGIONS25
- Quarter 4 Contest runs October 1 - December 31
- Up to (4) $8,000 scholarships awarded each quarter contest - see website for details
Jackie Robinson Foundation: JRF2026
- Application due by January 7, 2026 - online only
- For Minority students only - see website for complete details
- Download flyer
News 13 Project Weather Scholarship: N13PW26
- Application must be RECEIVED by January 13, 2026 - must be mailed
- Minimum 3.5 GPA, $1,000 scholarship; see website for complete details and to access application
C. Valentine Bates HOPE Scholarship: CVB26
- Application due by January 15, 2026 - online only
- MUST have a GPA between 2.3 - 3.59 only - see website for complete details
D.A.R. Scholarships: DAR26
- Application due by January 31, 2026 - online only
- Several scholarship opportunities available including specific areas of study such as nursing and teaching, see website for complete details
Support Our Scholars: SOS26
- Application due by February 1, 2026 - online only
- Females ONLY - see website for complete details and apply under "Get Involved/Apply"
- $10,000 scholarship and other benefits for each recipient

State (FFAA) & Federal (FAFSA) Financial Aid

SEEKING FINANCIAL AID BOOKLET 2025

Florida Scholarship and Grant Programs

The State of Florida has one application (FFAA) that opens October 1st of a student’s Senior year. There are (16) 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 several 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

2025-2026 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

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