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Florida 2021 Seniors: Apply for the Bright Futures Scholarship

Florida 2021 Seniors: Apply for the Bright Futures Scholarship

ByCheree Liebowitz

Apply online now for the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship. This scholarship program rewards Florida high school graduates for academic achievement and community service. You should apply for the Bright Futures Scholarship even if you are NOT planning to attend a Florida college. If you later transfer to a Florida college for any reason, this money…

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Tips, Advice, and Information on Academic Merit Scholarships

ByCheree Liebowitz

What is an academic merit scholarship? Merit scholarships are scholarships awarded for achievement and are not financial need–based. They can be awarded on the basis of academic, athletic, artistic, or special interest merit. Academic merit scholarships are typically awarded by a college’s admissions office and are based on the key characteristics admissions officers look at:…