Florida Realtors® is actively seeking applications for its Student Scholarship Program, offering financial assistance to students pursuing higher education with a potential connection to the real estate industry. This initiative, managed by the Florida Realtors® Education Foundation Inc., has a long-standing history of supporting aspiring students.
Key Takeaways
- The application deadline for the Florida Realtors® Student Scholarship Program is March 6, 2026, at noon.
- Nearly $3 million has been awarded to 2,203 students over the past 16 years.
- Scholarships are available to Florida high school seniors, undergraduate students, and graduate students who intend to work in Florida after graduation.
- The application process is entirely online and requires specific documentation, including transcripts, reference letters, and proof of Florida residency.
Scholarship Eligibility and Application Process
The Florida Realtors® Student Scholarship Program is open to a wide range of students. Eligibility extends to children of Realtors or licensed real estate practitioners, as well as those whose parents are employed by local Realtor boards/associations or Florida Realtors. Additionally, any Florida student currently enrolled in an educational institution, including home-schooled and charter school students, can apply.
To be considered, applicants must meet specific criteria:
- Be a Florida high school senior planning to attend an undergraduate college or university.
- Be a Florida resident student currently enrolled in an undergraduate college or university (any major).
- Be a Florida resident student pursuing a graduate degree.
While the location of the college or university is not a restriction, applicants must demonstrate their intent to return to Florida for employment after graduation. Proof of legal Florida residency is mandatory.
The online application requires several components:
- A completed application form, including a statement on leadership skills.
- A Florida driver’s license or government ID for residency verification.
- Transcripts from the last three academic years.
- Three reference letters (dated January 2025 or later), with at least two from educators or administrators.
- An acceptance letter from at least one college for the fall 2026 semester.
Scholarship Awards and Selection Criteria
Scholarships begin at $1,000, with the number and value of awards varying annually based on the Education Foundation’s Board of Directors’ decisions. The selection process considers academic achievements, financial need, community involvement, and demonstrated leadership qualities. The Board of Directors holds the sole discretion in determining applicant qualifications.
It is crucial for applicants to note that the scholarship application is exclusively available online. Applications submitted via mail or fax will not be considered. The deadline for submission is noon on March 6, 2026. Further details, including FAQs, can be found on the Florida Realtors’ website.
Florida Realtors® and International Collaboration
In related news, Florida Realtors® has also been strengthening its international ties. Recently, the organization signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Japan-America Real Estate Coalition Office (JARECO). This agreement aims to foster collaboration, facilitate information exchange, and create international real estate business opportunities between Florida and Japan. The partnership coincides with the upcoming launch of nonstop passenger flights between Florida and Asia, further enhancing global connectivity for the state’s real estate market.
Sources
- Florida Realtors® Seeks Student Scholarship Winners, PR Newswire.
- Florida REALTORS® and Japan-America Real Estate Coalition Office ink new deal, South Florida Agent Magazine.
- Florida Realtors, JARECO Sign Cooperative Agreement for the Future, | Florida Realtors.