College Scholarship Information

Eligibility

  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Applicant must indicate Brevard County as primary residence.*
  • Education Requirement: Must have completed at least one semester of college*
  • Plan of Study Requirement: Must plan to seek a degree from an accredited college or university
    • Applicants holding two (2) or more college degrees are ineligible to apply
    • Applicants seeking postgraduate degrees are ineligible to apply
  • Applicant should have a demonstrated financial need. Applications must be completed by the
    student only.
  • Applicant must submit all required application documents by the deadline.

*Exception: Missy & Tony Shannon Memorial Scholarship for EFSC Veterinary Nursing Program Students.

Please carefully review each scholarship to determine eligibility.

Purpose

The Community Scholarship provides financial aid for Brevard County residents pursuing post-secondary education, with priority for students who will be the first in their families to earn a bachelor’s degree.

Criteria

  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Applicant must indicate Brevard County as the primary residence.
  • Applicant must have completed at least ONE SEMESTER of post-secondary education.
  • Applicant must be committed to pursuing a college degree from an accredited college, university or vocational school as defined in the scholarship description.
  • Applicant should have a demonstrated financial need.
  • Applications must be completed by the student only.
  • Applicant must submit all required application documents by the deadline.

Use of Funds

  • Scholarship awards may be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. The student is responsible for all other charges.
  • Recipients have two options for how to use the total amount of the scholarship. It may be used for the cost of attendance of one semester or divided across two semesters. Please be aware, if the recipient chooses to divide the scholarship amount over two semesters, they must maintain a 3.0 GPA. If GPA dips under 3.0 during the first semester that funds are used, the recipient will not be eligible to use the remainder of the award for their second semester.

Purpose

This scholarship honors the late Ella Josephine Goodman Horn and her philanthropic passion to remove financial barriers students may face when obtaining higher education. This scholarship provides local students an opportunity to receive financial assistance to attend an accredited school in the state of Florida.

Criteria

  • Applicant must plan to attend an accredited college or university in Florida.
  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Applicant must indicate Brevard County as the primary residence.
  • Applicant must have completed at least ONE SEMESTER of post-secondary education.
  • Applicant must be committed to pursuing a college degree from an accredited college, university or vocational school as defined in the scholarship description.
  • Applicant should have a demonstrated financial need.
  • Applications must be completed by the student only.
  • Applicant must submit all required application documents by the deadline.

Use of Funds

  • Scholarship awards may be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. The student is responsible for all other charges.
  • Recipients have two options for how to use the total amount of the scholarship. It may be used for the cost of attendance of one semester or divided across two semesters. Please be aware, if the recipient chooses to divide the scholarship amount over two semesters, they must maintain a 3.0 GPA. If GPA dips under 3.0 during the first semester that funds are used, the recipient will not be eligible to use the remainder of the award for their second semester.

Purpose

Norma S. Annabal was passionate about giving back to the Brevard community. Her scholarship supports students in need of financial assistance, enabling them to achieve their goals of obtaining higher education.

Criteria

  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Applicant must indicate Brevard County as the primary residence.
  • Applicant must have completed at least ONE SEMESTER of post-secondary education.
  • Applicant must be committed to pursuing a college degree from an accredited college, university or vocational school as defined in the scholarship description.
  • Applicant should have a demonstrated financial need.
  • Applications must be completed by the student only.
  • Applicant must submit all required application documents by the deadline.

Use of Funds

  • Scholarship awards may be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. The student is responsible for all other charges.
  • Recipients have two options for how to use the total amount of the scholarship. It may be used for the cost of attendance of one semester or divided across two semesters. Please be aware, if the recipient chooses to divide the scholarship amount over two semesters, they must maintain a 3.0 GPA. If GPA dips under 3.0 during the first semester that funds are used, the recipient will not be eligible to use the remainder of the award for their second semester.

Purpose

A.L. Culpepper, M.D., had a high regard for the nursing profession and it was his desire to help those who wanted to enter the profession or upgrade their skills. The scholarship was established by Mrs. Culpepper in memory of her husband to provide opportunities for nursing students with financial need attending Eastern Florida State College.

Criteria

  • Plan of Study Requirement: Brevard county students enrolled in the Eastern Florida State College Nursing Programs
  • Applicants must submit their acceptance letter from the EFSC Nursing Program
  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Applicant must indicate Brevard County as the primary residence.
  • Applicant should have a demonstrated financial need.
  • Applications must be completed by the student only.
  • Applicant must submit all required application documents by the deadline.

Use of Funds

  • Scholarship awards may be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. The student is responsible for all other charges.
  • Recipients have two options for how to use the total amount of the scholarship. It may be used for the cost of attendance of one semester or divided across two semesters. Please be aware, if the recipient chooses to divide the scholarship amount over two semesters, they must maintain a 3.0 GPA. If GPA dips under 3.0 during the first semester that funds are used, the recipient will not be eligible to use the remainder of the award for their second semester.

Purpose

Geraldine L. Cabic was passionate about building a Brevard where everyone can thrive. This scholarship provides local students the opportunity to gain the financial resources they need to pursue higher education in the healthcare field at Eastern Florida State College.

Criteria

  • Plan of Study Requirement: Brevard county students enrolled in the Eastern Florida State College Nursing and Health Sciences Institute
  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Applicant must indicate Brevard County as the primary residence.
  • Applicant must have completed at least ONE SEMESTER of post-secondary education.
  • Applicant should have a demonstrated financial need.
  • Applications must be completed by the student only.
  • Applicant must submit all required application documents by the deadline.

Use of Funds

  • Scholarship awards may be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. The student is responsible for all other charges.
  • Recipients have two options for how to use the total amount of the scholarship. It may be used for the cost of attendance of one semester or divided across two semesters. Please be aware, if the recipient chooses to divide the scholarship amount over two semesters, they must maintain a 3.0 GPA. If GPA dips under 3.0 during the first semester that funds are used, the recipient will not be eligible to use the remainder of the award for their second semester.

Purpose

The Missy & Tony Shannon Memorial Scholarship was created by Michael Shannon to honor his beloved cats, Missy and Tony. The scholarship supports students pursuing veterinary sciences at Eastern Florida State College with a passion for animal and wildlife care in Brevard.

Criteria

  • Plan of Study Requirement: Students accepted in the Veterinary Nursing programs at Eastern Florida State College
  • Education Requirement: Must have completed at least one semester of college*
    • Freshman may apply for the scholarship, but preference is given to those who have completed one semester of the program
  • Minimum GPA: 3.0
  • Applicant must indicate Brevard or neighboring county as the primary residence.
  • Applicant should have a demonstrated financial need.
  • Applications must be completed by the student only.
  • Applicant must submit all required application documents by the deadline.

Use of Funds

  • Scholarship awards may be used towards any need listed under the school’s total cost of attendance. The student is responsible for all other charges.
  • Recipients have two options for how to use the total amount of the scholarship. It may be used for the cost of attendance of one semester or divided across two semesters. Please be aware, if the recipient chooses to divide the scholarship amount over two semesters, they must maintain a 3.0 GPA. If GPA dips under 3.0 during the first semester that funds are used, the recipient will not be eligible to use the remainder of the award for their second semester.

to Apply You’ll Need

  • Applications will be available in the online portal from January 6 – February 4, 2026.
    • Preview the application question list here.
  • Submit by the application deadline: February 4, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcript(s): If your school does not provide unofficial transcripts and you attend a Florida public college or university, you may be able to access your unofficial transcript online through FloridaShines (download this guide for details); otherwise, please submit a copy of your official transcript.
  • FAFSA Submission Summary All applicants are required to complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). You must submit the Eligibility Overview tab page of the Submission Summary showing student name at the top and Student Aid Index (SAI). The 2026-27 FAFSA form is now available at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
  • One (1) Letter of Recommendation Letter must be from the current academic year written by professional or academic contact (please do not use family members or friends). The best letters provide details unique to applicant and speak to the following:
    • Applicant’s work ethic and dedication
    • Applicant’s potential in chosen career field
    • Applicant’s educational and/or career goals
  • Acceptance Letter: Eastern Florida State College Nursing Program (Culpepper Nursing Scholarship only)
  • List of activities (school, community, work) you have participated in during the last 1-3 years
  • List of awards/recognition (school, community, work) you have received in the last 1-3 years
  • Answers to the following short essay prompts:
    • Academic/Career Goals
    • How do you spend your time outside of school?
    • Describe an obstacle you’ve overcome or discuss your greatest achievement.
  • Availability on March 30, 31 or April 1 for student interviews. Only select candidates will be invited to participate in student interviews.

Online Portal

All applications are submitted through the online portal. Please create/update your portal account by January 28.

  • First Time Applicants: Download and review the portal guide before creating your account.
  • Returning Applicants: Please log on to the portal with your existing email and password. (https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=cfbrevard)
    • If you need to make any updates to your account, do the following:
      • Log on to the portal
      • From your applicant dashboard, click the arrow next to your account name in the top right corner of the screen.
      • Select Edit My Profile
        • Make updates (refer to portal guide if necessary)
        • Click Save

Click the button below to download the guide and start your application.

Download the portal guide

Questions?

Contact Donna Sewell at donnas@cfbrevard.org or call 321-752-5505.