Florida Airports Council Education Foundation Scholarship Program

Aviation is a vital part of Florida's economy and airports contribute over $330 billion annually to the state's economy. The Florida Airports Council realized the necessity to attract the finest future avia­tion professionals to Florida. Therefore, the FAC Educational Foundation was established in 1990 to:
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             • Further the professionalism of Council members so they can effectively perform their duties and responsibilities
             • Financially assist students pursuing degrees in aviation​

2026 Scholarship Application

COMING SOON!

​The Education Foundation President Chad Rosenstein, the Education Committee and FAC staff is pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 Scholarship Application period.
 
Eligible students are encouraged to apply for the 2026 FAC Education Foundation Scholarship. Since 1990, the FAC Education Foundation has awarded more than $474,000 to 179 students. These students demonstrated excellence in academics and represent the future of the aviation industry.

Scholarship Eligibility Requirements

As a student of an institution that is an Educational Member of FAC, you are eligible to apply for a FAC scholarship. To apply you must meet the following criteria:

1) Student must be actively enrolled in one of FAC's Educational Member accredited institutions in Florida pursuing a degree or concentration in aviation from the list below. 

*Note: If you are attending one of the member schools below and not living in the State of Florida, then you are not eligible to apply.
  • Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, (Daytona Beach Campus)
  • Everglades University
  • Florida Institute of Technology
  • Lynn University
  • Polk State College

2) Has achieved at least sophomore standing with a member institution (defined as having completed 30 credit hours).

3) Will have at least one semester of coursework remaining after May 2026 (defined as needing 15 credit hours remaining toward you degree program).

4) Has a cumulative grade point average of 3.2 or higher.

5) Provides unofficial transcript with application.

6) Is available for a video conference interview on April 10, 2026.

This application will close after February 22, 2026.​
For more information on the FAC Education Foundation:
Florida Airports Council
113 E College Ave, Suite 208
Tallahassee, FL 32301
850-518-7788 |[email protected]