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Scholarship Opportunities

Scholarship Opportunities

Please schedule a time to meet with your school counselor if you need assistance with applying for scholarships.

  • Last Names A-H: Mrs. Carswell Email: 33170@ocps.net 
  • Last Names I-Z: Mrs. Leggins Email: 94020@ocps.net 

 

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  • Xello 
    • All district scholarships will be entered in Xello this year. Xello has a database of national, institutional, and now district scholarships for students and parents to explore
    • Students can access scholarships by going to Xello → College Planning → Scholarships to create their profile and get matched with scholarships that fit

  • OCPS College & Career Website

    • A downloadable PDF will be available with clickable links to each scholarship. This provides easy access for both students and parents.

    • “View the Lastest Scholarship Bulletin” here:

    • BigFuture Scholarship- Earn entries in monthly drawings for $500 and $40,000 scholarships by completing qualifying steps
    • Deadline: Monthly Raffles

    • MoolahSPOT Scholarship- The MoolahSPOT Scholarship is sponsored by MoolahSPOT.com and helps students of any age pay for higher education. The scholarship is a competition based on a short essay. Family income, grades, and test scores are not used in selecting a winner. 

    • The Gates Scholarship- The Gates Scholarship (TGS) is a highly selective, last-dollar scholarship for outstanding, minority, high school seniors from low-income households. Each year, the scholarship is awarded to exceptional student leaders, with the intent of helping them realize their maximum potential.
      • Deadline: September 15, 2026
      • Award: full cost of attendance* that is not already covered by other financial aid and the Student Aid Index
      • Click here to apply

    • Questbridge- The 2025 National College Match is now open! This college and scholarship application connects high-achieving high school seniors from low-income backgrounds with full four-year scholarships to top colleges and lifelong opportunities through QuestBridge. 
      • Deadline: October 1, 2026
      • Award: a full four-year scholarship to top colleges
      • Click here to apply

    • “No Sweat” Scholarship- The Cirkled In “No Sweat” Scholarship is a $2500 CASH scholarship you can use for any educational purpose, from books to summer camp. You only need to sign up for an account and complete your portfolio for consideration. 
      • Deadline: Quarterly: September 30th, December 31st, March 31st, and June 30th
      • Award: $2,500
      • Click here to apply

    • Coca-Cola Scholars- The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship awarded to students in their final year of high school. Students are recognized for their capacity to lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their schools and communities.

    • AES Engineering will continue to offer scholarships to motivated students who have an interest in furthering their education. This scholarship will be awarded based on character, as determined by an evaluation of the essays submitted and is open to all students regardless of field of study.

    •  YoungArts is a nonprofit organization that identifies exceptional young artists, amplifies their potential, and invests in their lifelong creative form. To be eligible for YoungArts Programs, students must be current or past YoungArts award winners. The prestigious annual arts competition is open to emerging artists ages 15-18, or in grades 10th-12th.

    • The Grand Chapter of Florida Order of the Eastern Star, Charitable Foundation, Inc. (Florida Eastern Star) has developed a program that permits funds to cover tuition only for the durst year for those accepted in an accredited college, university, community college, or vocational school within the State of Florida. While grade point average is a factor, the primary focus of the program is a student's desire for a career or vocation and a need for these funds.

      • Deadline: January 1, 2027

      • Award: up to first year's full tuition

      • See Xello for application