A Florida high school senior with a parent or grandparent, who is classified as Retired, Veteran, Active Duty, National Guard, and Reserve Officer, or a Former Officer of  the US Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Coast Guard,  Public Health Service,  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and meets the rank requirements. 

*Cadets in Florida high school JROTC Programs participating for a minimum of 3 years*

• Officers (O-1 thru O-10)
• Warrant Officers (WO-1 thru WO-5) 
• Non-commissioned Officers (E-5 thru E-9)

This rank requirement is waived in the case of Purple Heart recipients or those who died while on active duty.  See page 1 of the application for more info. 

To be eligible for a scholarship from MFS, applicants must be a High School Senior who meets the following criteria:

1. Has the recommendation of his/her principal. JROTC instructors must verify 3 year status.

2. Has a minimum 3.0 GPA (on a 4 point grading scale).

3. Demonstrates superior leadership skills in school and/or community activities.

4. Possesses moral and character attributes worthy of scholarship candidates.

If awarded a scholarship, the student is expected to:

1. Continue to demonstrate moral and character attributes worthy of scholarship candidates.

2. Maintain a “B” average (3.0 on a 4.0 scale) throughout the term of the scholarship. 

3. Be re-certified annually with college transcripts. Failure to do so will result in probation for one academic year. If a “B” average is not later maintained, such failure will result in disqualification and forfeiture of the unused portion of the scholarship.

4. Provide annual updates once per year to MFS to share with donors and potential donors of your progress. This information along with your photo may be listed in MFS presentations and social media including the website. 

You may only apply for one scholarship. 

The completed application must  be post marked to our office no later than February 1st of the Senior’s last year of High School.  Awards are announced in April.

A distribution will be received annually, for each year of your 4-year education.  

You can give a donation of any amount, or choose to take advantage of one of our legacy giving options. Click here for more info or to make a donation today.  You can also contact us at outreach@mfst.us.