RISE Scholarship Program for High School High Tech Students
Funding Amount
1-Year Florida College Plan (covers one full year of tuition at any of Florida's 28 state colleges)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Grant Type
foundation
Overview
RISE Scholarship Program for High School High Tech Students
Overview: The Able Trust partnered with the Florida Prepaid College Foundation in a one-to-one match to fund 46 Florida Prepaid College Plans for high school students with disabilities participating in High School High Tech (HSHT).
Award Amount: 1-Year Florida College Plans that provide one full year of tuition at any of Florida's 28 state colleges. The value of the plan can be applied at other public or private postsecondary institutions in Florida.
Geographic Scope: Florida statewide through High School High Tech programs
Focus Areas:
- Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) completion
- Career advising
- College transition assistance
Eligibility Requirements:
Award Timing: Scholarships awarded as 1-Year Florida College Plans given to graduating students to be used beginning in their fall semester in 2026
Background: Established to address barriers to postsecondary education for students with disabilities, including financial hardship and limited exposure to postsecondary options. For the 2024-25 school year, 61% of High School High Tech graduates indicated they plan to enroll in postsecondary institutions, compared to 28% of all Florida graduating students with disabilities.
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How to Apply
Application Process
Eligibility & Selection:
1. Students must be actively participating in a High School High Tech program
2. Students must demonstrate intent to enroll at a Florida postsecondary institution
3. Awards are given to graduating high school students
4. 46 scholarships are available through the Florida Prepaid College Foundation partnership
Support Services Included:
Award Use:
Note: Specific application procedures and deadlines should be obtained by contacting The Able Trust directly or through the High School High Tech coordinator at participating schools.
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