Scholarship Search

ACT/SAT Required: No
Minimum GPA: 3.00

Requirements:
To be eligible to apply for the Ben Brown Physical or Occupational Therapy Scholarship (BBPOTS), you must: Possess a baccalaureate degree or be a member of the current year baccalaureate graduation class, from an accredited American College or University. Have an undergraduate cumulative, Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or more, as verified by College or University transcripts. Be accepted in a master’s or Doctorate degree program in Occupational Therapy or a Doctorate degree program in Physical Therapy from a Florida College or University. Demonstrate a financial need for an award. Be a full-time resident of the State of Florida.

Selection Criteria:
A Social Security Number is required of all applicants. Scholarships will be awarded to applicants who have completed their bachelor’s degree and have been admitted to a Florida College or University which offers a master’s or doctorate program in Occupational Therapy or a PHD program in Physical Therapy. Each recipient will have to maintain certain achievement levels on an annual basis to continue receiving their scholarships. BBPOTS Committee will be responsible for determining the qualifications for receiving grant (GPA of 3.0 or better on a scale of 4.0, financial need, good morals, school/community involvement, etc.). They must be residents of Florida and submit proof of admission to a college or University in the state of Florida that offers a degree in physical and/or occupational therapy. Scholarships will be issued based on overall GPA received by students while achieving their bachelor’s degree from an accredited Florida school and financial need of the applicant (only students who have completed their undergraduate degrees are eligible for the scholarship). Total Scholarship per student would be $20,000 for two-year students, and $30,000 for three-year students. $10,000 per year for students in two-year Occupational Therapy program (2nd year funding granted if student has a GPA of 3.0 or more after 1st year). Like the Physical Therapy Program, if the Occupational Therapy Program is for three years, the same rules would apply for 3rd year. $10,000 per year for students in three-year Physical Therapy program (2nd & 3rd year funding granted if student has a GPA of 3.0 or greater after 1st and 2nd year). Any recipient whose GPA falls below 3.0 at any time during their eligibility period will be removed from the program, as verified by College or University transcripts

ACT/SAT Required: Yes
Minimum GPA: 3.59

Requirements:
Be a student in the graduating class of a high school or its related equivalent. Seniors graduating at semester (December) must apply during the application year before they graduate. Be a resident of the state of Florida. Be a United States citizen.

Selection Criteria:
The C. Valentine Bates Memorial HOPE Scholarship is open to students who have maintained an un-weighted GPA of 2.30 to 3.59. Students with an un-weighted GPA above 3.59 cannot apply. We are looking for students who have demonstrated leadership through participation in school activities, community service, and citizenship. Special consideration is given to those students who have shouldered extra responsibility such as working throughout their high school career to help

ACT/SAT Required: Yes
Minimum GPA: 0.00

Requirements:
Essay topic in 200 words or less: “What are your specific educational plans, career goals and why? What inspires you to achieve them? On your college or trade school applications, what will make you stand out differently from your peers?” Two Letters of Recommendation High School Transcript

Selection Criteria:
1. The applicant must have completed their junior year in high school, be a permanent resident of Florida, and reside in one of the following counties: Broward, Hendry, Martin, Okeechobee or Palm Beach. 2. Additional credit will be given if the applicant is, or has been, a participant in the South Florida Fair’s activities. Activities may consist of judging events, exhibits, livestock and agriculture activities, volunteering or any other fair related activity. 3. Membership in 4-H or FFA is NOT required. 4. The awards will be presented during the annual South Florida Fair in January. 5. The scholarship must be used at, and must be paid to, an accredited college, university, or trade school. It will not be paid to the applicant. 6. The selection committee requires a personal interview with the applicant. If considered, you will be notified by November 22. 7. Advertising and promotional agencies, sponsors, Trustees, Directors, staff of the South Florida Fair and their immediate family members, and/or those living in the same household, are ineligible to apply. 8. An essay is required. Those who do not complete the essay will not be eligible for a scholarship. "What are your specific educational plans, career goals and why? What inspires you to achieve them? On your college or trade school applications, what will make you stand out differently from your peers?" (200 words or less). 9. Two letters of recommendation are required. 10. High School Transcript is required.