The following scholarships are local scholarships that Charlotte High School students are selected for year after year. Students, if the application is online then complete it that way. However, SOME of the applications that are attached need to be printed and turned into Mrs. Nicklas in the Career Center by the due date. This is the second part of your local scholarship Google Form application that will be due later (along with your 3 recommendation letters, personal essay, and resume). If you are unable to print these applications, stop by the Career Center and pick them up from folders on the table outside or request them by email if you are a CTC student.
The Community Scholarship Applications listed below will be updated or added daily. Watch your ParentSquare/StudentSquare messages for updates. They will be highlighted in YELLOW when they OPEN! DO NOT FILL THESE OUT UNTIL YOU ARE NOTIFIED THAT THEY HAVE OPENED. These are samples for your reference of last years available scholarships. Subject to change.
Achieva Credit Union Scholarship
Achieva Scholarship applicants must be a graduating high school senior or enrolled in a college or trade school. The Achieva Foundation provides college and technical scholarships for students. Every year we award scholarships throughout Achieva’s service area. Applicants must be a member of Achieva Credit Union and in good standing. The application period begins in February. Scholarships are awarded yearly in May.
American Business Women's Association
Go to the Career Center to pick up a flyer. You need to contact Alexia D. Martin to get the actual application.
Askin / Kidd/ Levins Vietnam Essay Scholarship
Scholarship Essay opportunity for Charlotte High School students only.
Barbee Family Memorial Scholarship-OPEN
An award to acknowledge the extraordinary difference high school students make in their hometown. Open to ALL Charlotte High School Seniors, regardless of GPA, honors, or plan after graduation.
Boca Grande Woman’s Club
For males and females interested in pursuing a degree. If you do not have a family connect, VOLUNTEER!
Boys and Girls Club Scholarship
For Charlotte County students planning on pursuing a degree in postsecondary education. Minimum of five years as a member in good standing with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Charlotte County. Membership at other Boys and Girls Club will be considered by the committee. Applicant must volunteer a minimum of 12 hours at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Charlotte County prior to high school graduation.
Builders Scholarship/Tools of the Trade Scholarship
This scholarship application is open to students in Charlotte and DeSoto counties and children of members of the Charlotte-DeSoto Building Industry Association who want to pursue rewarding careers in the construction industry.
CFEA Scholarship
CFEA gives a cash award to each graduating high school senior or college senior whose parent or legal guardian is a current CFEA member, in good standing. The amount of the award will be determined by the CFEA Representative Council. The requirements to receive the CFEA cash award are: * Parent/Legal Guardian MUST be a CFEA member, in good standing. * The member has a graduating senior. * CFEA member must complete the application. * Late applications will be given consideration by the Exec Board.
Charlotte County Computer Group Corp.-OPEN
Charlotte County Jazz Society Scholarship
Charlotte County Jazz Society provides financial assistance to several qualifying members of the Senior Class in the county’s High Schools who wish to pursue careers in music or music education.
Charlotte Harbor LULAC Council Scholarship
This scholarship is open to any Hispanic/Latino graduating senior attending any of the following high schools: Charlotte High School, Pt. Charlotte High School, Babcock Ranch High School, Lemon Bay High School, Florida Collegiate SouthWestern High School (Charlotte Campus) or Charlotte Technical College. To be eligible, the applicant must have a GPA of at least a 3.0 and must have been accepted by, or applied to, a two, four year or technical college.
Charlotte Players - John W. Lund Perf. Arts Scholarship
For a a graduating senior who plans to continue studies in the theater. Click on the title above to obtain an application.
Charlotte Technical College Scholarship
All current CCPS seniors enrolling in CTC as adults should complete this form to be awarded a $250.00 scholarship applied to their CTC tuition and to waive the $25.00 application fee. This offer applies to all Academy, Charlotte High School, Lemon Bay High School, Port Charlotte High School, Charlotte Virtual, or FSW Collegiate Graduating Seniors. See Mrs. Nicklas for more hospitality scholarship opportunities due April 4th.
Congregational UCC Scholarship Award-OPEN
For students attending a post-secondary institution, including a technical college, trade school, 2 year associate program, or 4 year university. This is a needs based scholarship. Click the link to apply.
Delta Kappa Gamma Society Scholarship
Eligible applicants must be women currently living in Charlotte County and looking to pursue a degree in education (Associate’s or Bachelor’s). Due to Mrs. Nicklas in the Career Center by March 1st.
Democratic Women's Club of Charlotte County
For female students and must be registered or pre-registered, Democrat in the State of Florida.
Ding Darling
Graduating high school seniors and college and post-graduate students with plans to pursue a career in science with an environmental or natural resources focus, environmental education, wildlife conservation, environmental law or public policy, environmental engineering, and conservation nonprofit will be given preference and are invited to apply for a Scholarship for Environmental Studies. Click on the title above for more information.
Do The Right Thing of Charlotte County, Inc.-OPEN
For students pursuing post secondary education in any field. Click the link.
Dollars For Mammograms Diana Lynn Puckett General Radiology Scholarship-OPEN
We are awarding the top five best applicants in the South Sarasota and Charlotte Counties. For students interested in radiology.
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship-Macedonia Human Services Cultural Training Center, Inc. -OPEN
The Jan La Belle Scholarship Program-The Jan La Belle Scholarship Program, currently open to Florida residents aged 16-24 with disabilities. This scholarship offers financial assistance to those entering post-secondary education, supporting both personal and career aspirations. OPEN
Florida Retired Educators Scholarship-OPEN
For Charlotte County students interested in a major in Education. Click on the title above to complete the online application.
Italian Heritage Social Club Scholarship
For students pursuing post secondary education in any field. You DO NOT have to be of Italian Heritage!
Keep Charlotte Beautiful Scholarship Program-OPEN
For Charlotte county students only. Click on the title above for the application.
Make a Difference Award
Essay competition for Charlotte County Students. Click on the title above for the application.
Charlotte Harbor Chapter MILITARY OFFICERS ASSOCIATION of AMERICA (MOAA)
The Charlotte Harbor Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America will award one scholarship to a deserving graduating senior from each of the three Charlotte County, Florida High Schools, and to a graduating senior from Northport High School. Scholarship Criteria papers available in the Career Center.
Peace River Engineering Scholarship
PRES provides scholarships to students who desire to pursue an engineering degree.
Port Charlotte Garden Club Scholarship
For students wanting to major in agronomy, botany, conservation, ecology, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, horticulture, forestry, horticulture, landscape design, plant pathology or related fields.
Punta Gorda Elks Lodge #2606
Punta Gorda Elks are huge supporters of Charlotte High. Each year about 15 Charlotte High students are awarded scholarships to help pursue secondary education.
Punta Gorda Garden Club Scholarship-OPEN
For students wanting to major in agronomy, botany, conservation, ecology, environmental sciences, environmental engineering, horticulture, forestry, horticulture, landscape design, plant pathology or related fields. Click on the title above for the application.
Punta Gorda History Center
This scholarship not only celebrates the honorees of the Sunday Supper but also encourages deeper engagement with Punta Gorda's history and the collective memory of our community. Through your essay, we hope to cultivate a sense of pride and responsibility toward preserving our town's unique heritage and fostering community bonds. For more information about the nominees, stop by the Punta Gorda History Center, visit our website at https://puntagordahistorycenter.blogspot.com/, or see board member, Summer Nicklas, at Charlotte High. By participating in this scholarship opportunity, you will not only honor a significant figure in our community but also strengthen your connection to Punta Gorda’s remarkable history. We look forward to reading your reflections and celebrating the enduring legacies that make Punta Gorda a special place to call home.
Punta Gorda Woman's Club Scholarship Program
The Punta Gorda Woman's Club is very excited to announce that we will once again be offering three $2,000 scholarships to your outstanding female graduates from Charlotte High School for the 2024-2025 school year. Please find attached a copy of the scholarship eligibility.
Purdue For Life Foundation-Purdue Alumni Association-OPEN
R. Bruce and Caroline MacGregor Memorial Scholarship
The Charlotte Chorale, Inc. is pleased to offer the R. Bruce MacGregor Memorial Scholarship of $3,000 to a graduating Charlotte County High School student. The applicant must have proven ability and interest in vocal, piano, or instrumental music and must intend to major in music performance, music education, musical theatre, or sacred music at an accredited institution of higher learning. Click on scholarship title for more information. Complete the fillable application on the computer then print it out, sign, and turn in to Mrs. Nicklas.
Rotary Club of Harbor Heights Peace River
Rotary Club of Punta Gorda Scholarship
For high school seniors that plan to attend a college or university.
Royal Order of Ponce De Leon Conquistadors
The Royal Order of Ponce de Leon Conquistadors awards scholarships to each of the 3 Charlotte County High Schools. Scholarships will be awarded to the most qualified graduating senior at each high school who has fulfilled the application requirements as determined by the ROPC Scholarship Committee.
Santini Lawn Care and Services Scholarship Application
Open to Charlotte High School Seniors, regardless of GPA, honors, who are interested in starting their own business. Applicants will be required to write a one-page (minimum) essay.
School Nutrition Association of Charlotte County-OPEN
For students that plan to follow a course of study in food service, food management, hospitality industry or dietetics. Click on scholarship title to get to the application.
Secular Community of Southwest Florida Scholarship
This is an essay scholarship for Charlotte High Students.
Sons and Daughters of Italy Lodge 2507
For Charlotte County students planning on attending any college or institution. Click on scholarship title to get to the application and more information.
Stephen A. Segar Epilepsy Scholarship
The Stephen A. Segar Epilepsy Scholarship was created in 2007 to support college bound high school seniors that are living with epilepsy. At the age of 35 Steve was diagnosed with epilepsy. Throughout his epilepsy journey Steve learned how to manage his diagnosis while supporting his family and running a successful law firm. Realizing that an epilepsy diagnosis does not mean you have to alter or abandon your dreams is one of the many reasons that Steve is proud to support students in their future endeavors through his scholarship.
Students interested in applying for the Stephen A. Segar Epilepsy Scholarship must be living with epilepsy and planning to attend a four-year college in the fall.
Suncoast Credit Union Foundation
The Suncoast Credit Union gives three Suncoast Credit Union Scholars scholarships to high school seniors in Charlotte County through the Charlotte Local Education Foundation. Click on scholarship title for more information.
Symphonic Winds of Charlotte County-OPEN
Students that have participated in band or orchestra. Click on link for application.
The Rob Stephenson/Al Johns Foundation, Inc.
The Foundation will award scholarships to student athletes who have demonstrated leadership by setting an example for their fellow athletes. See criteria.
ZONTA Club of Pt. Charlotte
For female students planning on attending a college or university next year. Click on title for the application. A budget form is required as well.
State and National Scholarship Opportunities
American Legion Department of Florida-OPEN
The American Legion, Department of Florida offers many scholarship opportunities for High School Students, which are focused on Veteran and Military influences.
American Legion Legacy Scholarship-OPEN
Needs-based scholarship designed to fulfill a financial gap. MULTIPLE OFFERS. MULTIPLE DUE DATES.
American Welding Association Scholarship-OPEN
You must be a high school graduate or possess a GED equivalent and be enrolled in a welding-related educational or training program.
Arts for Life! OPEN
Annually awards $1,000 scholarships to 25 graduating high school seniors in Florida.
Aspiring Nurse Scholarship
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Ayo and Iken Children of Divorce Scholarship
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Blue Heart Fund STEM Scholarship Program
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Burger King Foundation Scholarship-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Busey Community Reinvestment Act Scholarship
Click on scholarship title for information and the Florida application.
Children of UPS Employees/Retirees Scholarship-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Coca-Cola Scholars Program -OPEN
Open to current high school seniors who are planning to pursue a degree at an accredited U.S. post-secondary institution.
College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)-USF-OPEN
This program is designed to assist eligible participants from migrant and seasonal farm worker backgrounds in completing their first year of college and transitioning to complete their undergraduate degree.
"Ding" Darling Student Scholarships-OPEN
For Environmental Studies. https://dingdarlingsociety.org/student-scholarships
Do Something-OPEN
DoSomething members join volunteer, social change, and civic action campaigns to make real-world impact on causes they care about. Enter to win by doing community service. No essays, no GPA requirements, no recommendations, no applications...and you can enter multiple scholarships.
ELKS Nat'l Foundation Scholarships CLOSED 11/12/25
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Epsilon Sigma Alpha (ESA) Scholarships- Multiple Offers-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
FASFEPA Vivian Scott Scholarship-OPEN
Click on title to review application requirements. If you are interested go to the Career Center and ask Mrs. Nicklas for more information.
Finance Degree Scholarships-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Florida Elks-C. Valentine Bates Memorial-OPEN
Florida Engineering Scholarship Opportunities-OPEN
FES offers several scholarship programs for students interested in pursuing careers in engineering.
The Florida Association of State and Federal Education Program Administrators- Multiple Offers-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Florida School Counselor Association
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Florida State Golf Association Scholarship-OPEN
Open to Florida high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0, accepted by a college or university, demonstrate financial need and competed in a minimum of three FSGA or FJT tournaments.
Focus on Programming Scholarship
Click on scholarship title for more information.
FSU- CENTER FOR ACADEMIC RETENTION & ENHANCEMENT-OPEN
Click above to view various programs and services provided.
FSU Service Scholar Program-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
FSU - Southwest Seminole Club
Click on scholarship title for more information.
FSU Young Scholars Program-OPEN
JUNIORS ONLY! Click on scholarship title for more information.
Future Builders of America Scholarship
FBA has awarded over $100,000 in scholarship funds to students interested in a career in the construction industry.
Geneseo Migrant Center- Multiple Offers-OPEN
For migrant students or students of migrant parents.
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship-OPEN
Click on the title above for more information.
Give Kids a Chance-OPEN
Need-Based Scholarship Fund for High School Seniors.
Grand Lodge of Florida Order Sons of Italy in America Florida Foundation-OPEN
This scholarship program is designed to benefit worthy students of Italian descent that display academic excellence, leadership qualities and a financial need.
Great College Deals-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
HACER National Scholarship-OPEN
For high school seniors with a min. 3.0 GPA and have at least one parent of Hispanic heritage.
Heisman High School Scholarship
If you’ve maintained at least a B average, participate in at least one school-sponsored sport, are a leader in your community and role model at your school, then you’ve got what it takes. For more information, visit info@Heisman.com.
Hispanic Heritage Month Essay Contest Online Submission-CLOSED
Open to all 4th through 12th grade students in the state of Florida.
Hispanic Scholarship Fund-OPEN
Click on the title above for more information.
Horatio Alger Scholarship Programs-OPEN
This program specifically assists high school students who have faced and overcome great obstacles in their young lives.
SACAC SOUTHERN ASSOC. FOR COLLEGE & CAREER GUIDANCE
Visit the website for more information. Various award amounts.
Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarship-OPEN
For minority students who aspire to attend college.
JCI Senators Foundation of Florida, Inc. Scholarship Programs-OPEN
Scholarship is open to Florida high school graduates who plan to attend full-time at an accredited post-secondary college, university or vocational school.
The Jewish Federation of Lee & Charlotte Counties
Scholarships for Jewish residents who are pursuing post-secondary education.
John F Kennedy Profile in Courage Essay Contest-OPEN
Click on the link for eligibility requirements and information.
Lloyd F. Hutt Scholarship-OPEN
Each year, LMCU establishes a question for high school seniors to answer in the form of an essay and award (15) $2,000 scholarships.
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation-OPEN
Open to graduating high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Applicants must be the son or daughter of a U.S. Marine as per the guidelines stated on the application and must meet income guideline.
The Mensa Foundation's college scholarship program-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
National FFA Scholarship Program-OPENS 11/1/25
The 2024 National FFA Scholarship Program. Sign in to access 2024 scholarship application.
NCWIT Aspirations in Computing
Earn scholarships for college, find computing internships, connect with a large network of other technical young women, discover resources to increase your knowledge of technology.
PB & J Scholarship
Our philosophy back when we first started was not to create barriers from students applying (GPA, Ethnicity etc.) because we will only judge the student by hearing their story and not disregard them before hearing it. Click on scholarship title for more information.
Peace River Audubon Society
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Print and Graphics Scholarship Foundation-OPEN
Scholarship awarded to high school graduating students with a minimum 3.0 GPA who plan a career in the graphic communications, printing technology, printing management or publishing who will be attending full time at an accredited Technical School, College or University.
QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Program-OPEN
FOR JUNIORS! Click to find out more info and apply now.
QuestBridge National College Match-OPEN
For high school seniors who have shown outstanding academic ability despite financial challenges.
The Ron Brown Scholarship-OPEN
The Ron Brown Scholarship competitively awards 45 – 50 four-year $40,000 scholarships ($10,000 each year) to the most talented and economically-challenged high school seniors who demonstrate a keen interest in public service, community engagement, business entrepreneurship and global citizenship – the four pillars of the late Ronald H. Brown’s mission to uplift people of all races, cultures and ethnicities – especially our disadvantaged youth.
Scholarships for Student Caregivers-OPEN
The Student-Caregiver Scholarship provides financial assistance to students who are caring for an adult relative while enrolled in college.
Southern Scholarship Foundation Housing Scholarship-OPEN
Through rent-free housing and cooperative living, Southern Scholarship Foundation supports students who lack financial resources, demonstrate excellent academic merit, and exemplify good character attend institutions of higher education. For students attending UF, SFC, FAMU, FSU, TCC, and FGCU.
StudentScholarships.org - Multiple Offers-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Students with Disabilities who attend/will attend one of 12 State University-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
Trial Pro, P.A. Scholarship Award-OPEN
$5,000 Academic Scholarship To One Successful And Deserving College Student.
UF/IFAS EXTENSION CHARLOTTE COUNTY
Charlotte County Extension Service is a partnership between the University of Florida's Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS), the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), and Charlotte County government, to provide scientific knowledge and expertise to the public. Visit the website for more information.
USF - The Kosove Society Scholarship-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
U.S. Junior Chamber International (JCI) Senate Foundation-OPEN
Click on scholarship title for more information.
U.S. Navy STEM Scholarship
Click on the scholarship title above for more information.
TheDream.US National Scholarship-OPENS 11/1/25
Visit https://www.thedream.us/scholarships/national-scholarship/ for more information.
The Wilhelmina Foundation Textbook Scholarship
Click on scholarship title for more information.
