To be considered for an FCF Academic or Need Based Scholarship:

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General Eligibility (Applies to Both Scholarships)

• Residency: Applicants must be legal residents of Georgia.  Students may attend an accredited college, university, or technical institution in any U.S. state.

• Student Status: Eligible applicants must be high school seniors or currently enrolled in an undergraduate college or vocational program. This is a non-renewable (one-time) scholarship. Students may apply again in future years; however, preference will be given to first-time applicants or those who have not previously received this award.
  Graduate-level (master’s and doctoral) students are not eligible at this time.

• Enrollment: Applicants must be accepted into an accredited educational program (college or technical college) and be pursuing an Associate or Bachelor’s, degree

• Community Involvement: Applicants must demonstrate active involvement in community activities (e.g., volunteering, club participation, leadership roles).

• Timeliness: All applications must be submitted by the designated deadline to be considered for the 2026 awards. Deadline is April 15, 2026 at 12 pm est. 

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Academic Achievement Scholarship

• Academic Performance: Applicants must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.4 
  Supporting Materials: In addition to the basic eligibility criteria, applicants must submit academic transcripts, letters of recommendation, and an essay that highlights academic achievements, leadership, and future career goals. 300-500 Words 

 

Financial Need-Based Scholarship

• Financial Hardship: Applicants must demonstrate documented financial need. This may include submitting financial aid documents (such as FAFSA results, tax returns, or other evidence of financial hardship).   Minimum GPA is 2.8 to be eligible) 

• Career Commitment: Applicants should show a strong commitment to pursuing a college education, particularly in healthcare or other career fields.

• Supporting Materials: Along with the general eligibility requirements, applicants are required to provide an essay outlining financial challenges, career aspirations, and how they plan to utilize the scholarship.  300 -500 Words.