Who Qualifies?
Active Duty Military families may apply for FES scholarships if the student:
Meets the program age requirements
Is eligible to enroll in a Florida public school
Has a parent or guardian serving on Active Duty military orders stationed in Florida
This applies to both FES-EO and FES-UA.
Residency Requirements for Active Duty Military Families
Most families must provide two residency documents. However, Active Duty Military families may provide:
One approved residency document
Active Duty military orders showing the service member is stationed in Florida
Required Military Documentation
Families must upload:
Active Duty military orders
Documentation showing the service member is stationed in Florida
Applications may be delayed if military documentation is incomplete, expired, or unreadable.
Accepted Residency Documents
Active Duty Military families may submit one of the following approved residency documents:
Automobile insurance statement
Florida driver’s license or state-issued ID
Health insurance statement
Homeless verification or certificate
Homeowners or renters insurance policy
Homestead or property tax statement/assessment
Leave and Earnings Statement (LES)
Migrant address verification letter
Mortgage acceptance letter
Mortgage statement
Residential lease agreement
Paystub
Proof of current government benefits:
Social Security
Veterans Affairs
Disability
Medicare
Section 8/HUD
TANF
SNAP
DCF correspondence
Property deed
Residential internet bill
Utility bill (electric, gas, or water) dated within the last 60 days
Age Requirements
FES-EO
Students applying for FES-EO must:
Be at least 5 years old on or before September 1 of the upcoming school year
Be 21 years old or younger on September 1 of the upcoming school year
FES-UA
Students applying for FES-UA must:
Turn 3 years old on or before December 31 of the program year
Be 21 years old or younger on September 1 of the program year
Families applying for FES-UA must also provide qualifying disability documentation.
Application Tips
To avoid delays:
Upload clear and complete military orders
Ensure the Florida duty station is visible
Verify names and addresses match the application
Upload current and readable documents only
Double-check that all required documents are included before submitting
Important Reminder
Meeting eligibility requirements does not guarantee scholarship approval or funding. Applications must be complete and include all required documentation for review.