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Florida Prison Education Project

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$1,000

deadline Due: April 1, 2026
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Eligibility

Florida Prison Education Project, with an application deadline in April, offers numerous awards of $1000 each.

Description

The Rising Scholars Program at UCF is designed to support students who have been justice-impacted - whether through incarceration, probation, or the incarceration of a family member - by providing resources, mentorship, and advocacy to help them thrive in higher education. The applicant must have at least one more year at UCF. The committee looks for evidence of a strong commitment to Higher Education in Prison. The scholarship is intended for students who are formerly incarcerated, justice-impacted, or interested in criminal justice. Students may visit the scholarship's website or contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance for more information.