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Florida offers several state-based scholarships that are under the umbrella of Step Up for Students:
- Florida Empowerment Schilarship-Everyone (FES-EO)–this is now a universal scholarship, independent of income
- Family Empowerment Scholarship-Unique Abilities (FES-UA)–provides scholarships for children with unique needs
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florida empowerment scholarship-Everyone (FES-EO)
How much is the Florida Empowerment Scholarship-Everone (FES-EO)?
The amount is dependent on the county of residence and the child’s grade.
FES-EO SCHOLARSHIP: AMOUNT ALLOCATED PER STUDENT FOR 2024-25 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
GRADE | K-3rd | 4-8th | 9-12th |
DADE COUNTY | $8,467 | $7,824 | N/A |
BROWARD COUNTY | $8,310 | $7,665 | N/A |
How much can my family’s income be and still qualify for the FES-EO scholarship?
There are now no income limits.
Family Empowerment Scholarship-Unique Abilities (FES-UA)
Who qualifies for the Family Empowerment Scholarship-Unique Abilities (FES-UA)?
Any child who has an IEP or any minor diagnosis–from requiring speech therapy, to having a chronic health condition (e.g. mild asthma or growth problems), to any mild behavioral or psychological diagnosis (e.g. ADD or social anxiety). This scholarship is not income dependent.
How much is the FES-UA Scholarship?
The amount is dependent on the county of residence and the child’s grade.
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FES-UA SCHOLARSHIP: AMOUNT ALLOCATED PER STUDENT FOR 2024-25 |
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|---|---|---|---|
| GRADE |
K-3rd |
4-8th |
9-12th |
| DADE COUNTY |
$10,523 |
$9,880 |
N/A |
| BROWARD COUNTY |
$10,435 |
$9,790 |
N/A |
Do I have to reapply yearly for the FES-UA Scholarship?
No! Once a student receives a scholarship, they remain eligible until they graduate high school (irrespective of diagnosis change).
How do I apply for the FES-UA Scholarship?
You complete an online application, including a note signed by a doctor stating the diagnosis (or an IEP).
Can a child receive both the FES-EO and FES-UA Scholarship?
No