Varies
Avg. Amount Awarded
Continuous
Application Deadline
N/A
Renewable
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First Generation Matching Grant Program

Description

The First Generation Matching Grant Program (FGMG) is a need-based grant program available to degree-seeking, resident, undergraduate students who demonstrate substantial financial need, and are enrolled in eligible participating postsecondary institutions. Eligible students have a parent(s) who has not earned a baccalaureate or higher degree. Participating institutions determine application procedures, deadlines, student eligibility, and award amount. This program is available at Florida state universities and Florida College System institutions. Applicants must enroll in a minimum of 6 credit hours per term as a degree-seeking undergraduate student. A student should consult the postsecondary institution for renewal, reinstatement, or restoration requirements established by the institution. Please visit the scholarship's website or contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance, State Scholarship and Grant Programs at the Florida State Department of Education for more information.

Eligibility Requirements

  • CheckmarkMust be an undergraduate student
  • CheckmarkMust attend a university or a four-year college
  • CheckmarkMust not be attending high school currently
  • CheckmarkRestricted to residents of Florida
  • CheckmarkRestricted to students studying in Florida

How to Apply

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Contact
Office of Student Financial Assistance, State Scholarship and Grant Programs
osfa@fldoe.org
Tel: 888-827-2004 Address Suite 1344
325 West Gaines Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-0400