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Scholarships & grantsProgramState program · FL

Florida Office of Student Financial Assistance

Benacquisto Scholarship Program

Merit scholarship for National Merit Scholars.

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How to apply

No separate initial application required. Coordinate certification with financial aid and National Merit institution designation.

Application · official site

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Geographic coverage

florida

  • FL

What it offers

Institutional cost of resident attendance minus Bright Futures and National Merit award.

Award amount or benefit

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Who it is for

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Published eligibility requirements

Florida resident initial pathway: eligible diploma and National Merit Scholar 2026; citizenship/eligible status; full-time bachelor's degree with at least twelve credits from a participating institution.

Income requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Academic requirements & grade level

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Residency requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

FAFSA requirements

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Citizenship restrictions, if applicable

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Documents requested

Not confirmed. Check with the official organization.

Renewal information

Automatic renewal requires 3.0 cumulative GPA and earning all enrolled credits; maximum five years/ten semesters.

Contact information

OSFA: 888-827-2004; OSFA@fldoe.org.

Sources & verification

Latest source review · Oct 8, 2026

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Verification status
Verified
Last verification
Oct 8, 2026
Added to this catalog
Oct 8, 2026
Last updated
Oct 8, 2026
Original resource ID
BTL-0048

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