Palm Beach State College Scholarships
Before You Get Started
Students must complete a FAFSA application, be in a degree-seeking/certificate program and maintain at least a 2.0 GPA for most awards.
PBSC Admissions application must be completed in order to have your student ID and password necessary to log into the scholarship application system.
The application process opens Monday, November 2nd for:
2021-2022 PBSC Premier Scholarships Application
GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS ONLY (CLASS 2021)
Deadline to apply is Midnight on April 2,2021
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
- 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
- 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
- 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
2+2 Scholarship
- Award: 2 years of tuition and books
- Enrollment Requirement: Min. 12 credits (Fall/Spring), Min. 6 credits (Summer)
- Funds available: Fall, Spring, and Summer
- Funds cover: In-state tuition and books
- Graduating high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 unweighted GPA.
- Renewal Cumulative GPA: 2.5
- Must enroll for classes during the fall term following high school graduation.
- Completed an appropriate FAFSA annually
Foundation Scholarships
Application for Foundation Scholarships are now closed. Updates coming soon.
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.
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
- 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
| 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. |
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).
• GPA Requirement: 3.5
|
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 |
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 |
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 |
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
|
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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.
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).
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.
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.
- GFWC Palm Beach Gardens Woman's Club
- UNCF/KOCH Scholars
- Ampronix Imaging Technology Scholarship
- The Hundred Club Scholarship
- Girls With Natural Hair Scholarship
- Palm Beach Patio Screens Scholarship
- Trekking Poles Reviews Scholarship
- Dr. Alma S. Adams - Truth Initiative Scholarship
- Northern Palm Beach County (FL) AAUW Scholarship
- Women's Chamber Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship Highlight
Provides opportunities for students to work and receive tuition assistance.
Additional Private Scholarship Resources
- Americorps
- Army ROTC Scholarships
- Florida Engineering Society Scholarship
- Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarships
- J.M. Rubin Foundation Scholarships
- National Society of Accounts Scholarship Foundation
- Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund
- United Negro College Fund Scholarships
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
