Eligibility

• Financial Need — All applicants must demonstrate financial need by filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). After processing, you must send a copy of the Student Aid Report (SAR), Part 1, pages 1-7, to the Southern Scholarship Foundation office. If printing from the web, send us the "Print Summary" and "SAR Transactions" sections. SSF uses the Student Aid Report (SAR) in determining financial need. An Estimated Family Contribution (EFC) of 07500 ($7500) is typically the maximum allowed at SSF. However, if your EFC exceeds 07500 and you have extenuating circumstances, please contact us to discuss. You may still qualify for the scholarship.
  
• High GPA — Applicants must have at least a 3.0 GPA (unweighted). A majority of our current residents are Bright Future's recipients and enter with a GPA well over the minimum required.
  
• Outstanding Character — Applicants must demonstrate high character by submitting an essay and providing character references. Applicants must send three letters of recommendation (addressed to the President of Southern Scholarship Foundation). Letters should include information regarding the academic ability, character, family background, and financial status of the applicant. Employers, ministers, principals, teachers, counselors, and civic leaders are possible references. We look for young adults who are involved in the community, have worked, and still maintain a high GPA.
  
• Motivation — With the community based scholarship program we facilitate, the most successful residents are highly motivated to contribute to the cooperative-living atmosphere of Southern Scholarship Foundation. This is demonstrated through the awards and activities list submitted by all applicants.
  
• Acceptance to University — We must have a copy of the official acceptance letter from FSU, UF, FAMU, FGCU, TCC or SFCC.

Questions about applying?
For FSU and FAMU: bmoro@southernscholarship.org
For UF and FGCU: tturner@southernscholarship.org