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2026 FALL Term Scholarships
The application period to apply for 2026 Fall Term scholarships is now open!
Deadline to apply: 11:59 p.m., Wednesday, July 15, 2026
How to Apply
Scholarship Application
for Current Students »
Current Students
Click yellow button for Current Students if you have a SSC email address and password.
Your academic record will be used to match you with all scholarships in which you may be eligible.
Scholarship Application
for Prospective Students »
New/Prospective Students
Click yellow button for Prospective Students if applying to SSC and want to be considered for scholarships.
Use your personal email address!
New students must enter all information as your academic record is not yet on file. Scholarship award is contingent upon enrollment in the term of application and verification of information provided.
Who is not Eligible to Receive a Foundation Scholarship?
Students who are dual-enrolled, taking a class to obtain a degree from another institution, or enrolled in a non-degree program, are not eligible to apply for Foundation scholarships. All applicants must have a 2026-2027 FAFSA on file in the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships. To apply, visit the FAFSA website.
Students are encouraged to become a member of the Foundation page on RaiderConnect to receive updates throughout the application process.
When Should I Apply?
The Foundation offers scholarships before every term during the academic year. Existing and Prospective students may submit a scholarship application during the following open application periods:
- Fall Term: May 15 through July 15
- Spring Term: October 1 through November 15
- Summer Term: March 1 through March 31
Graduating Seniors will be able to apply for First Time In College scholarships from January 15 to April 15 using the prospective student link. The apply button will be visible during the open application perid.
Students apply online during open application periods and are notified of award by email. Scholarship awards are disbursed by the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships.
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Is there a Scholarship for me?
Whether you are graduating senior entering college, returning student, or enrolling later in life, the Foundation offers over 300 different opportunities to assist you with tuition and book expenses.
Scholarships typically belong to one of the following categories:
- General Scholarships: Open to all programs of study, but unique additional requirements may exist.
- Program-Specific Scholarships: Relate to specific programs of study, including degree, vocational and certification programs.
- Student Demographic Scholarships: Open to all programs of study, but require specific student experience such as community service records, full-time attendance status, graduation from specific high schools, and other demographic requirements.
In addition, the Foundation has developed a searchable scholarship catalog to help students discover scholarships that apply to their field of study.
Stay Connected
Students are encouraged to join the Foundation page on RaiderConnect to receive updates throughout the application and award process and notification of external scholarship opportunities. You must have a Seminole State email address to apply to become a member.
Additional Resources
External Scholarship Opportunities are scholarship opportunities that are managed by external organizations. Students will need to apply directly to the organization offering the scholarship. Please visit the Private Scholarships page to learn about additional external opportunities.
If you have any questions, please email foundationscholars@seminolestate.edu, or call 407.708.4567.
Additional Information
Please visit the Application Procedures page to learn how the system works and to begin applying for scholarships.