Scholarships for Women in Florida
For the first time ever, more women than men are entering and finishing college in Florida. Women are applying to Florida colleges at record rates, including many degree programs which have been historically dominated by men. There is still a long road ahead of us to make sure that, in addition to the successes women are seeing in college, students of color, students with disabilities and other under-represented groups are given the same chance as women have been given and maximized upon. These are exciting times, but the battle to make our education system equitable is far from over.
In the old days, a woman might attend college to find a husband, or to be trained to do a "pink collar" job, like nursing or teaching. Since women have been turning old stereotypes on thier ear, it's simpler than ever for qualified women to join fields where they've never been (or never been welcomed) before. This is a great time to be a woman who wants a college education.
This is all great news, but the cost of college in Florida still makes a higer education seem like a pipe dream to many Americans. The news is full of scary stories about recent college grads who can't find work in their field, or are worried about how they'll pay back their student loans. These fears are keeping many American who could do very well in college from attending, and that's bad for all of us.
Student loans are not the only option, however! If you've got excellent grades, or excelled at a high school sport or team activity, you may be eligible for a merit based scholarship in Florida. Students who come from rougher socioeconomic backgrounds might qualify for an income-based scholarship. Scholarships can come from many different sources, including colleges, not for profit groups, private organizations, or even from individuals.
However you might get financial aid, it's critical for you to recognize that the grant, scholarship or student loan you receive is an investment in your future. Make sure you do all you can to prove that you were worthy of the investment. Hard work is its own best reward.
Browse Scholarships for Women in Florida:
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| Name | Amount |
|---|---|
| 2023/2024 College Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Sponsored: There is no GPA requirement and no essay to write! | |
| Altrusa Club of Marianna Scholarship | Varies |
| Awarded to a mature female student from Jackson County. | |
| American Legion Auxiliary Memorial Scholarships-FL | $500-$1000 |
| Memorial Scholarships offer $1000 for four-year university and up to $500 for junior college and technical vocational school. Available for members, daughters, or granddaughters of members ... | |
| Bette H. Johnson Memorial Scholarship | $400 |
| This scholarship will assist a displaced female homemaker, who is divorced, separated, widowed, abandoned, or unmarried sole support of self and family, or wife of a disabled spouse. ... | |
| Charlene Hoag Memorial Scholarship | $2,500 |
| This award is for a female student enrolled or planning to enroll at IRCC. Must provide history of active community service and involvement. Must describe strength of character and ... | |
| Debra Levy Neimark Scholarship | $15000 |
| Scholarship available to Broward County Resident and U.S. citizen. Preference given to women to promote their economic self-sufficency. | |
| Denise Lynne Padgett Scholarship Fund | $750-$2500 |
| The Community Foundation of Palm Beach & Martin County administers this scholarship to assist Palm Beach and Martin County high school students in continuing their education beyond high ... | |
| Four Townes Business and Professional Women’s Club Award | $500 |
| Female who is a displaced homemaker and resident of West Volusia County, Florida, for one year. Enroll in at least 6 semester hours during the spring semester, 2.0 GPA and demonstrate ... | |
| Gina Auditore Boner Memorial Scholarship | $750-$2500 |
| The Community Foundation of Palm Beach & Martin County administers this scholarship to assist Palm Beach and Martin County high school students in continuing their education beyond high ... | |
| Glamor Top Ten College Women Scholarship | $1000 |
| Scholarship available to female full-time juniors attending Nova Southeastern University. | |
| Inez Peppers Lovett and Charlie Lovett Ellington Scholarship | $750 + |
| The Community Foundation of Palm Beach & Martin County administers this scholarship to assist Palm Beach and Martin County high school students in continuing their education beyond high ... | |
| ScholarshipPoints $10,000 Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Sponsored: Thousands available in scholarships this year. | |
| Junior League of the Emerald Coast Scholarship Endowment | Varies |
| This scholarship will assist a female high school graduating senior from Okaloosa County. | |
| Kim Love Sartory Scholarship | $750-$2500 |
| The Community Foundation of Palm Beach & Martin County administers this scholarship to assist Palm Beach and Martin County high school students in continuing their education beyond high ... | |
| Lettia T. White Memorial Scholarship | $500 |
| Student who has completed 12 semester hours at DBCC and enrolled in at least 6 semester hours during the spring semester. 3.0 GPA and demonstrated financial need. African-American female ... | |
| Lettie Pate Whitehead Foundation Scholarships-FL | Varies |
| Scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need to Christian women from Florida, enrolled at Virginia Intermont College. Contact the Director of Financial Aid. | |
| Lettie Pate Whitehead Scholarship Program-Florida | $2000 |
| Must be a women who is a reisdent of Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee, or Florida. | |
| $2,000 "No Essay" Scholarship - Niche | $2,000 |
| Sponsored: Open to all students and those planning on enrolling in either 2023 or 2024. | |
| Marion Neil Schaul Scholarship-Florida | Varies |
| Must be a worthy female student attending King College. Must be from the First Presbyterian Church of New York City or St. John’s Presbyterian Church of Jacksonville, Florida. | |
| Meftah Foundation Scholarship | Varies |
| Must be a deserving female resident of Collier County. | |
| Miss Wakulla Scholarship | $500 |
| This scholarship is awarded to the winner of the Miss Wakulla Pageant. The applicant must maintain a 2.5 GPA, and be a student at Tallahassee Community College. The applicant must also be ... | |
| NAWIC/Sue Davenport Memorial Scholarship | $500 (tuition & books) |
| This award is for female resident of Indian River, St. Lucie, or Martin County interested in a construction-related field. | |
| North Broward Hospital District Scholarships | Varies |
| Available to minority and female students who reside in Broward County, Florida, majoring in health administration at Florida Atlantic University. Based on financial need as well as academic ... | |
| CaptainU Student-Athlete Scholarship | $2,000 |
| Sponsored: This opportunity is offered to current high school athletes for 2023-2024. Only athletes that want to play in college should apply! | |
| Ocean Village AWOL Scholarship | $500 (tuition) |
| This award is for a female resident of St. Lucie County; High School graduate or GED recipient returning to school at IRCC to continue her education. | |
| Port St. Lucie Business Women/ Kay Schaeffer Memorial Scholarship | $1,000 (tuition & books) |
| Student must be a female high school graduate or GED recipient, and a resident of St. Lucie County, enrolled full-time or part-time (minimum 6 credit hours). | |
| Port St. Lucie Women’s Club Scholarship | $1,000 (tuition & books) |
| Student must be a female resident of Port St. Lucie. | |
| Treasure Coast Pilot Club Scholarship | $500 (tuition, etc.) |
| This award is for a female student returning to college to prepare for re-entry to the workplace in a career related to helping those persons with brain disorders in a counseling or ... | |
| Volusia County Young Woman of the Year Scholarship | Varies |
| For winners of the county competition and for winner and runners up of the State Competition. | |
| Monthly University Scholarships | $1,000 |
| Sponsored: Just register and you could win $1,000! And because we don't want to take a lot of time away from your college search, entry takes just a few minutes. | |
| Woman’s Club of Sanford Scholarship | $500 |
| Scholarship awarded to a student enrolled full-time in Seminole Community College who is a female (preferably 25 years or older) and resides in Seminole County. Must have a 2.8 GPA or higher | |
| Woman’s Exchange of St. Augustine Scholarship | $500 |
| Scholarship awarded to a resident of St. Johns County (may attend any campus). A returning SJRCC student, female, over 30 years old, enrolled full-time, minimum 2.5 GPA in college, pursuing ... | |