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FinishSmart@CF (Last Mile Scholarship)

College of Central Florida

Foundation Rolling (Quarterly)

Funding Amount

Up to 100% of tuition and fees

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

FinishSmart@CF (Last Mile Scholarship)

Overview: The Last Mile program at College of Central Florida helps students finish their degree through the FinishSmart@CF scholarship. Eligible students receive financial assistance toward completing their associate degree.

Geographic Scope: Florida residents for tuition purposes

Focus Areas: Completing associate degrees (A.A. or A.S.)

Key Benefits:

  • Students with an associate degree earn on average $10,000 to $27,000 more than those with only a high school diploma

  • Funds available on a first-come, first-served basis

  • Can cover up to 100% of tuition and fees, depending on availability

    • Eligibility Requirements:

  • Be a Florida resident for tuition purposes

  • Have attended CF within the past eight years

  • Have NOT attended CF within the last two semesters

  • Have completed a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) demonstrating financial need

  • Meet financial aid Satisfactory Academic Progress standards

  • Be within 12 credit hours of completing your first associate degree

    • Status: Active - applications accepted on first-come, first-served basis

    Contact: CF team will contact applicants after reviewing their submission

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Eligibility Check: Ensure you meet all six eligibility requirements
    2. Complete Online Form: Fill out the online application form available on the CF website
    3. Submission: Submit completed form through the provided portal
    4. Review: CF team reviews submission and contacts applicant

    Required Materials: Form submission demonstrating eligibility criteria

    Note: Funds available on first-come, first-served basis; students encouraged to apply early

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    What College of Central Florida actually gave

    Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2023 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

    Grants in 2023
    1
    Total given
    $1.65M
    Median grant
    $1.65M
    • By dollars: Florida 100%. Top recipient cities: Ocala, FL.

    Example grants

    • College of Central Florida · Ocala, FL

      Endow chrs/inst adv

      $1.65M

    IRS Form 990-PF, 2023. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

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