Palm Beach State College Scholarships

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Students must complete a FAFSA application, be in a degree-seeking/certificate program and maintain at least a 2.0 GPA for most awards.

Complete A FAFSA Application

PBSC Admissions application must be completed in order to have your student ID and password necessary to log into the scholarship application system.

Complete a PBSC Admissions Application

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The application process is now open for these scholarships:

First Step 2 Success Scholarship

Deadline to apply is Midnight on April 27, 2020

20-21 Foundation Scholarships

Deadline to apply is Midnight on June 30, 2020

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Presidential Honors College Scholarship

Award: A two-year award worth $6,000 per academic year ($2,000/semester).
Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits
Funds available: Fall, Spring and Summer
Funds cover: In-state tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense

Criteria

Graduating high school seniors with a minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA
Renewal Cumulative GPA: 3.5
Must have College ready test scores
Must participate in Honors College's Gold Track
Must enroll for classes during the fall term following high school graduation
Must complete mandatory Honors College Orientation
Able to renew if continue with PBSC Bachelor's program
Not able to stack with other Honors College scholarships

Green & Gold Scholarship

Award: A two-year award worth $2,000 per academic year ($1,000/semester).
Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits
Funds available: Fall and Spring
Funds cover: In-state tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense

Criteria

Graduating high school seniors with a minimum 3.2 unweighted GPA.
Renewal Cumulative GPA: 3.2
Must have College ready test scores.
Must enroll for classes during the fall term following high school graduation.
Able to renew if continue with PBSC Bachelor's program

Finish4Free Scholarship

Award: Full tuition and registration fees for selected students who have earned 30 or more college credits to complete their Associate degree.
Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits
Funds available: Fall and Spring
Funds cover: In-state tuition, registration fees

Criteria

Graduating high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA.
Renewal Cumulative GPA: 3.0
Must enroll for classes during the fall term following high school graduation.
Must have 30 College credits by the time of graduation (Dual Enrollment, AP, AICE or CLEP)
Able to renew if continue with PBSC Bachelor's program

Foundation Scholarships

Please check back during spring 2020 for 2020-2021 application period.

Letter of Gratitude Instructions

Did you know that $1.7 Million Dollars in Foundation Scholarships are awarded annually to PBSC students?

…..PBSC students just like you!

Generous donors help make it possible! They support many scholarships on campus and a well-written thank you note can go a long way! Donors appreciate hearing from YOU! A short note from you affirms the value and significance of their contributions and encourages their continued support.

Letters of Gratitude

As part of the requirements for receiving a Foundation Scholarship, we ask that the students write a “Letter of Gratitude” to the donor. All thank you letters will be submitted through your scholarship portal.

TIPS for Gratitude Letters:

Make sure your letter is free of spelling and grammatical errors.

Have someone review your letter before submitting.

Please do not include the $ amount of your scholarship in the letter Thank donors for their support, not their money.

If you received multiple donor-funded scholarships, please submit a letter for each scholarship.

More Tips and guidelines

If you need help writing your letter, please call the Foundation Office, 561-868-3450.

Letter of Gratitude Example

To assist you in writing your “Letter of Gratitude,” here is a sample letter. Our donors appreciate hearing from students. This is just an example; please personalize according to your field of study/major.

Do Not Include a Date

Name of Scholarship

Paragraph 1: State the purpose of your letter

As a recipient of the [insert scholarship name], I would like to thank you for your generosity. This scholarship has made it possible for me to continue my education so that I can better my future and achieve my goals.

Paragraph 2: Share a little about yourself and indicate why the scholarship is important.

I have always dreamed of becoming a nurse. Between tuition, books and uniforms, even with two full time jobs, I could never afford it. Because of this scholarship, I can stay in school and follow my dream.

Paragraph 3: Close by thanking again and make a commitment to do well with your donor’s investment.

One day I hope to be able to give back to future students just as you have so graciously given to me. Thanks to you, I am one step closer to my goal and my dream of becoming a nurse.

Sincerely,

First Step 2 Success Scholarship

Award: In-state tuition, registration fees and books ($500 maximum)
Funds available: Summer

Criteria

Complete admissions application and requirements to Palm Beach State College with a starting semester of Summer 2020.
Must be a First-Time-in-College (FTIC) student with a standard high school diploma.
Must be planning to pursue an AA degree at Palm Beach State College.
Must complete a 2019-2020 & 2020-2021 FAFSA and be eligible to receive the Pell Grant .

Institutional Scholarships for 2019-2020

These scholarships are funded by Palm Beach State College and awardees are usually selected by departments (i.e. Athletes, Music-Theater, Honors). Minimum requirements are:

Complete all requirements for admissions and registration (i.e. admissions applications, residency classification, waivers if applicable...etc.)
Complete appropriate FAFSA application per academic year
If you need assistance please visit FAFSA Workshops for dates and times we are available.

** All institutional scholarships are awarded based on available funding.

Transient and Dual Enrolled students are not eligible due to non-degree seeking and admissions status.

Departmental Scholarships

List of Scholarships, Criterias, Deadlines, and links to Applications for Institutional Scholarships
Scholarship Name	Award Term	Criteria	Form of Award	Deadline/Apply
Principal's Choice Scholarship	Fall/Spring	A two-year award worth $4,000 per academic year ($2,000/semester). Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits • High school graduate with a minimum 3.5 unweighted GPA. • Renewal Cumulative GPA: 3.5 • Must have College ready test scores • Student must not have more than 30 credit hours of Dual Enroll, Early Admission or AP credit hours • Able to renew if continue with PBSC Bachelor's program	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expenses	No Application. Selection by Palm Beach County Principals
Honors College Scholarship	Fall/Spring	A $1000 award per academic year ($500 per semester). Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits • GPA Requirement: 3.5 • Must be accepted in to the Honors College. • Must be enrolled full time (12 credit hours) • Must be enrolled in at least one Honors course	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	No Application. Selection made by Honors College
4.0 Achievement Award	Fall	Award amounts may vary per semester. • Must be currently enrolled with a 4.0 GPA • Must have completed two consecutive terms (Fall/Spring) • Must have earned a minimum of 24 PBSC credits (not including prep courses)	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	No Application. Selection based on requirements once per academic year
Honors College Merit Award	Fall or Spring	A $500 award for a semester. Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits • GPA Requirement: 3.5 • Must be a Honor College participant • Must complete at least two Honors courses	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	No Application. Selection made by Honors College
District Board of Trustees Scholarship	Fall/Spring	Award for the cost of 6 credit hours. Enrollment Requirement: Min. 6 credits • Must be elected as Student Trustee • Must maintain SAP Standards	6 credits of tuition and registration fees
Athletic Scholarship	Fall/Spring (Summer is at department's discretion)	Amounts awarded per semester vary Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits • Must be accepted to participate in a PBSC Sport team: Women's Basketball, Men's Basketball, Baseball, Softball or Volleyball • Must maintain SAP Standards	Varies	Recruited and selected by Athletic Department
The Center for Student Accessibility Scholarship	Spring/Summer	Amounts awarded vary per semester. Enrollment Requirement: Min. 6 credits • GPA Requirement: 3.0 • Scholarships awarded to students in the Center for Student Accessibility.	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	Application and selection made by department
GED Merit Scholarship	Fall/Spring	Award for the full tuition and registration fees Enrollment Requirement: Min. 6 credits • GPA Requirement: 3.0 • Awarded to the top 10 Scores of GED Graduates • Must take a minimum of 12 credit hours per year • Will cover a maximum of 65 credit hours • FAFSA must be filed each year	Tuition & registration fees only	Application process. Selection made by Adult Education Center Deadline: TBA
Leadership Development Scholarship	Fall/Spring	Award for the cost of 3 credit hours. Enrollment Requirement: Min. 3 credits • 3 scholarships are awarded	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	No Application. Selection made by Department
Drumline Scholarship	Fall/Spring	Award amounts may vary • GPA Requirement: 2.5 • Must maintain SAP Standards • Must participate in PBSC's Drumline	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	No Application. Selection made by Department
Music Scholarship	Spring	Award will cover tuition for music ensemble course Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits • Coursework GPA Requirement: 2.5 • Musical Coursework GPA Requirement: 3.0 • Must preform in student recital	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	No Application. Selection made by Department
Student Government Scholarship	Fall/Spring	Award amounts may vary Enrollment Requirement: Min. 6 credits • GPA Requirement: 2.0 • Must be a member of the Student Government • Must be an inducted Senator • Must participate in on Campus event	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	No Application. Selection based on SGA membership
PBSC Bachelor's Scholarship	Fall/Spring	Awarded to students based on criteria determined by each degree area Enrollment Requirement: Min. 6 credits • GPA Requirement: 3.5	Tuition, registration fees, books & educational expense	No Application. Selection made by Department

Honors Scholarships

Scholarships offered for students in the Dr. Floyd F. Koch Honors College at Palm Beach State College.

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SEEK Scholarships

Seeking Excellence and Education through Knowledge, commonly referred to as SEEK, is a scholarship program dedicated to improving the quality of Palm Beach County early childhood education environments through staff development. The SEEK scholarship is funded by the Children's Services Council and administered by Palm Beach State College through the Institute of Excellence in Early Care and Education (IEECE).

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Palm Beach State Grant

Apply Early! Awarded on a first come, first serve basis
Minimum award amount is $500/year
Maximum award amount is $2,000/year
Must be A.A., A.S., or Bachelor program
Financial need as determined by your EFC and total family income
Must be enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours
Award amount will be prorated based on term enrollment*

Note: If you are awarded with one of the premier scholarships (listed above), you are ineligible for the Palm Beach State Grant.

Private Donor Scholarships

These scholarships are funded by local and regional individuals or organizations. Students normally research and apply for these scholarships on their own. Note: Applications dates vary for each private donor scholarship.

Scholarship Highlight

Archways to Opportunity

Provides opportunities for students to work and receive tuition assistance.

Additional Private Scholarship Resources

Instructions for Private Donors

Please be sure the student's name and PBSC ID or social security number are on the check. Make checks payable and addressed to Palm Beach State College:

Cashier’s Office
Palm Beach State College-Lake Worth
4200 Congress Avenue, MS#11
Lake Worth, FL 33461

Tel: 561-868-3250
Fax: 561-868-3080
Email: cashier@palmbeachstate.edu

Once a check is received, it will be deposited into a “Non-Restricted” account in which the fund can be used for any educational related expenses. Any fees owed to the college will be deducted and the remaining funds will be made available to the recipient via direct deposit or a check mailed to the address on file.

A check made payable to the student must be endorsed by the student. A non-endorsed check will be returned to the student's local address with instructions on how to proceed.

The following information should accompany your donation:

Your name, address and pertinent contact information
The semester in which the funds are to be disbursed

Please note that Private Donor scholarship fund must be received two weeks before the student's tuition and fees’ due date in order for the fund to be applied in a timely manner.

Transfer Scholarships

The schools below offer scholarships for students completing their associate degree at Palm Beach State and will be transferring to their university to continue their education.

Florida International University

St. Thomas University

University of Central Florida

University of South Florida