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2026 SUMMER Term Scholarships

The application period to apply for 2026 Summer Term scholarships is now open! 

  • Deadline to apply:   11:59 p.m., Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Apply for Scholarships

Note: If you are planning to enroll in the Summer Term and have not completed the Admission process or received your student email address yet, please apply using our Prospective Student Link. (Existing students should not use the prospective link as your student record will not import and you will not be matched to all scholarship opportunities.

Students are encouraged to become a member of the Foundation page on RaiderConnect to receive updates throughout the application process.  

When applying for a scholarship that requires an screenshot of full-time enrollment (12+ credit hours) but will not register by the scholarship deadline, please upload the list of classes (with class numbers) to meet the requirement.

Students who are dual-enrolled, are 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 2025-2026 FAFSA on file.

After notification of an award, students should monitor their MySeminoleState Financial Aid account for award and disbursement information.

The Foundation for Seminole State College offers scholarships before each term.  In 2024-25, the Foundation provided $1.32 million in scholarship and emergency assistance to nearly 1,500 students with an average award of $846.

Currently Enrolled Students: Any student who was enrolled in the immediate preceding term or has an active XXXX@live.seminolstate.edu email address should sign in using their school email account . Students who are classified as dual-enrolled, transient, or specific international students, are not eligible for Foundation scholarships.  

Each of the Foundation's 300-plus scholarships has unique eligibility requirements which can include GPA, academic program, and residency. Students must have a current FASFA on file, even if the student does not anticipate receiving financial aid, as this information is utilized to validate financial need.  If the student is not able to participate in the FASFA process, please contact the Foundation at foundationscholars@seminolestate.edu for further guidance.

Prospective Students:  Students who have submitted an admissions application, but have not yet received their student email address may apply for Foundation scholarships using our Prospective Student Link. Prospective students will be prompted to enter application information as their student record is not yet accessible to the system. Once a prospective student completes their first term of enrollment, future applications should sign in using the current students link (above). 


Scholarship Application Information

Deadline

The Foundation offers scholarships for enrolled students before each term.  Open application periods are as follows:

  • Fall Term: May 15 - July 15
  • Spring Term:  October 1 - October 31
  • Summer Term:  March 1 -31 

Students will be notified of award prior to the start of the term.

Submission Details

  • All applicants are required to submit a 500-word essay:
    • Introducing yourself, why you are in college, detailing your future goals, and sharing a past accomplishment you are proud of and feel will help you succeed in college.
    • Detailing current financial obstacles.
    • Sharing how a Foundation scholarship will help address these obstacles.

How to Apply

Current Students

Current students who are currently enrolled in classes or have received their Seminole State email credentials may apply for Foundation scholarships using our online scholarship application platform. During open application periods, a gold 'Apply for Scholarships' button will be visible on this page. Students will click and sign in using their Seminole State email credentials.  Students who do not have an active college record will not be able to sign in using this link. If you have difficulty signing in, please contact us for assistance at foundationscholars@seminolestate.edu.. If you do not remember your Seminole State email or password, please contact the Help Desk at 407.708.2000 or helpdesk@seminolestate.edu . 

Prospective Students

Students who have not completed the admissions process or have not yet received their Seminole State email address may sign in to the platform through our Prospective Student Link to create an account using their personal email address. Students will need to sign in as a current student for future application periods. 

Completing the Application

Students will complete a general application. For current students, many fields will be pre-filled using data from their student record. Students will not be able to overwrite this data. If you encounter incorrect information, please contact us at foundationscholars@seminolestate.edu . Both current and prospective students will be prompted to provide information for any empty fields.  The application consists of general data, a 500-word essay and an opportunity to provide additional information regarding financial obstacles. 

How to Compose a Great Essay

A great essay will convince reviewers that you are a great investment for our donors.  Be sure to include the following points in your essay:

  • What is your program of study and what motivated you to pursue a career in this area?
  • What are your goals post-graduation and beyond?
  • How will your degree impact our community and society?
  • What financial obstacles are you facing and how can a scholarship help you?

The essay should be 500 words.  Be detailed and honest in your essay. If you have a low GPA, let the reviewers know why.  Life happens, but your explanation will let them know you are making your best effort.  

Please make sure to complete your FAFSA for the current school year at FAFSA  even if you are not eligible for Federal Financial Assistance.  If you are prohibited from filing a FASFA, please contact foundationscholars@seminolestate.edu for guidance.  

Questions

  • If you have questions regarding Foundation scholarships,
    please contact the Foundation at 407.708.4567 or email foundationscholars@seminolestate.edu. 
  • For information regarding any other financial aid matters,
    please contact the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at 407.708.2045 or FAHelp@seminolestate.edu.

Types of Scholarships Available

With over 300 scholarships, the Foundation offers a variety of scholarships each term. Available opportunities will be visible during open application periods only. Scholarships that are offered throughout the academic year include the following.

The Foundation for Seminole State College offers scholarships before each term.  In 2024-25, the Foundation provided $1.32 million in scholarship and emergency assistance to nearly 1,500 students with an average award of $846.

  • Albert Leroy Brown Foundation Endowed Scholarship
  • Alex J. Serraes Quasi-Endowed Scholarship
  • Alfred Thurston Child, Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Alumni Legacy Endowed Scholarship
  • Anna Fertic Foundation Inc. Endowed Scholarship
  • Ashley Nicole Strum Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • AT&T Endowed Scholarship
  • Baker Commercial Landscaping Endowed Scholarship
  • Bank of America Endowed Scholarship
  • Bernard Albert and Elva Ridings McGee Family Endowed Scholarship
  • Bertha B. Valentine Memorial Quasi-Endowed Scholarship
  • Beta Chi Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Scholarship in Memory of  Ann C. Freeman
  • Beth Hattaway Endowed Scholarship
  • Board of Trustees Endowed Scholarship
  • Brenda Carey Endowed Scholarship
  • Charles Perry Partners Inc. Endowed Scholarship for Area of Greatest Need
  • David and Ann Fuller Endowed Scholarship
  • De Salvo Family Library Education Endowed Scholarship
  • Dr. and Mrs. Wayne Bauman Endowed Scholarship
  • Dr. E. Ann McGee and Charles J. Kovaleski Endowed Scholarship
  • Dr. Earl K. Weldon Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Dr. E. Ann McGee Endowed Scholarship
  • Dr. John Gyllin Endowed Scholarship
  • Dr. Stephen Caldwell Wright Endowed Scholarship
  • Ferguson-Vickaryous Endowed Scholarship
  • Frances G. Kopec Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Friends of Carl Selph Endowed Scholarship
  • Gaustad Memorial LBTQIA+ Endowed Scholarship
  • Generation OM Endowed Scholarship
  • Gordon Murdock Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Graham Family Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Helen Hutchison Tucker Memorial Endowed Scholarship in Humanities
  • Honorable John and Pat Mica Endowed Scholarship
  • Howard Estate Endowed Scholarship
  • Jan Stratton Cudworth Quasi-Endowed Scholarship
  • Jennifer L. Schott Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • John and Ultima Morgan Endowed Scholarship
  • Johnson Foundation Endowed Scholarship
  • Journey of Youth "JOY" Endowed Scholarship
  • Kevin Spolski Endowed Scholarship
  • Kimball Foundation Endowed Scholarship
  • Kiwanis Club of Longwood-Altamonte
  • Kiwanis Club of Sanford/Earl Weldon Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Legacy Soccer/Lever Brothers Endowed Scholarship
  • Lockhart Family Scholarship
  • Lorenz Family Endowed Scholarship
  • Manny & Gerry Garcia/Rotary Club of Seminole County South Endowed Scholarship
  • Mark and Andria Herr Endowed Scholarship
  • Martha Miller Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • McIntosh Family Endowed Scholarship
  • Melbourne Family Endowed Scholarship
  • Mike and Robin Lloyd Endowed Scholarship
  • Mildred O. Lind Endowed Scholarship
  • Moridian Family Endowed Scholarship
  • Myra S. Doudney Family Endowed Scholarship
  • Myrna L. Deal Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Endowed Book Scholarship
  • OSIA Diane Crews Endowed Scholarship
  • Pamela Poole Weber Quasi-Endowed Scholarship
  • Paul and Jone Porter Endowed Scholarship
  • Phi Theta Kappa-Pi Lambda Chapter
  • Phyllis Marie Palmer Memorial Quasi Endowed Scholarship
  • Private Business Association of Seminole Endowed Scholarship
  • Reverend Amos C. Jones Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Robert & Donna McIntosh Endowed Scholarship
  • Robert J. Schmidt & E.S. Douglas Bachelor's Degree Scholarship
  • Ross Family Endowed Scholarship
  • Rotary Club of Altamonte Springs/Forest City Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Rotary Club of Lake Mary Endowed Scholarship
    Rotary Club of Sanford Endowed Scholarship
  • Rotary Club of Sanford/Sanford Breakfast Club Endowed Scholarship
  • Rotary Club of Seminole County South Legacy Scholarship
  • Rotary Club of Winter Springs Endowed Scholarship
  • Sandra Glenn Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • Sanford Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Endowed Scholarship
  • Selma M. Caisse Memorial GED Endowed Scholarship
  • Tim and Felicia Slattery Endowed Scholarship
  • Tracey Jenkins Endowed Scholarship
  • Tracy Lynn Rupp Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • University Club of Orlando Endowed Scholarship
  • Wayne W. Walker Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • William Howard Estate Endowed Scholarship
  • William Schaffner Memorial Endowed Scholarship
  • AFCEA Endowed Scholarship (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Technology)
  • Central Florida Fair Endowed Scholarship (Earth Science or Sustainability)
  • Duke Energy Endowed Scholarship (Physical Science)
  • Fred J. Isert Memorial Endowed Scholarship (Math or Science)
  • Greenwell Foundation Endowed Scholarship ( Math or Science)
  • Joseph L. Reinhardt Memorial Quasi-Endowed Scholarship (Information Systems Technology, Programming or Computer Science)
  • Lina Jones/Barbara Hunnicutt Biology Endowed Scholarship
  • Marvin Ellis - Next Horizon Endowed Scholarship (Computer Science or Information Technology) 
  • Michael Holmes Memorial Endowed Scholarship (Computer Science or Information Technology)
  • Raza and Falon Padhani Endowed Scholarship (Technology, Logistics, Space Exploration, Natural Energy)
  • TEAM Information Technology Endowed Scholarship (Information Technology, Computer Science or Related Tech)

Vocational and Program-Specific Scholarships

The Foundation also offers scholarships to students enrolled in the certification or vocational trade programs. Please complete an application and return it to foundationscholars@seminolestate.edu at the time of enrollment.  For students enrolling in automotive, fine and performing arts, or public safety programs, please click and expand the modules below to learn more about the opportunities available.

  • Barbara Miller Endowed Scholarship
  • Bridgestone/Firestone Automotive Technology Endowed Scholarship
  • CFADA (Central Florida Auto Dealers Association) Endowed Scholarship
  • Michael Griffin Endowed Scholarship
  • Raj Lally Automotive Program Endowed Scholarship
  • Robert J. Schmidt & E.S. Douglas Auto Training Endowed Scholarship
  • Rosenfield & Co Endowed Program Fund
  • Vince Murray Automotive Technology Endowed Scholarship

The Foundation offers several scholarships to students within the Center for Fine & Performing Arts, including:

For more information and to complete an application, please visit the Center for Fine & Performing Arts.

Please submit the public safety scholarship application  during orientation to be considered for one of the following scholarships: 

Contact

Foundation for Seminole State
1055 AAA Drive
Heathrow, FL 32746
407.708.4567
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