Scholarship Application

The deadline for submissions is 1 May 2026.  The chapter will be awarding scholarships in May 2026.  In addition to filling out this application, students will be required to email a copy of their transcripts to ecafcea@gmail.com.  Applications will not be considered without a copy of the student's transcript.  High school applicants must also provide a statement from their respective high school guidance counselor.

Scholarship Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident

• Resident within the State of Florida

• Either living, working, or graduated high school in Santa Rosa or Okaloosa County

• Second-year student in a two-year Community College transitioning to a four-year college or university

• Acceptance to a U.S. accredited college or university in a four-year full-time STEM curriculum for computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry, cybersecurity, or management information systems

• Applicants can be a high school senior, or a college student within one year of graduation

• Have not previously been awarded a scholarship from the Emerald Coast Chapter, no repeat awards

High School Guidance Counselor Letter of Recommendation Guidance (High School applicants only)

• • What to include in the letter

    • Your name, address and contact information

    • The name of the student you are recommending

    • How you know the student (class, work, community organization, etc.)

    • How long you have known the student

    • At least one, if not several, of the following:

      • Traits that make the student a good candidate for the scholarship

      • Why you think the student may be a good fit for the scholarship

      • Examples of achievements, situations where they excelled, leadership, character, etc.

      • Other positive qualities that show the student is a good fit for the scholarship, such as fortitude, perseverance, independence, etc.

  • Letter format and submission requirements

    • All letters must be received by 11:59PM on 1 May 26

    • All letters must be on school letterhead

    • All letters must be in PDF format

    • All letters must be signed by you and include a way to contact you (email address and/or telephone number)