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In January 2009, the Alachua Association for Career and Technical Education (AACTE) established the AACTE Scholarship for students in Alachua County who are attending Santa Fe College or high school seniors who plan to enroll at Santa Fe College after their high school graduation. The AACTE is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting career and technical education in Alachua County. Its members include educators and business partners interested in career and technical education in Alachua County Public Schools and Santa Fe College.

The association, chartered in 1973, plans essential programs and fund raising activities that support professional development, student scholarships, mini-grant opportunities and special recognition in career and technical education.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County student who plans to attend Santa Fe College or is currently enrolled
4. Program of study - General
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Fall term award only.

The Alachua County Farm Bureau has established the Alachua County Farm Bureau Scholarship at Santa Fe College. This scholarship will assist Alachua County students that are pursuing degrees in agricultural or agriculture - related fields. Headquartered in Alachua, Florida, the Alachua County Farm Bureau is dedicated to advocating for farmers, ranchers, and rural landowners and improving the quality of rural life.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Program of study - Agricultural or Agricultural Related Field
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1991, Robert Woody and other local community members recognized the need for a special scholarship program for minority students and a fundraising committee was formed. Contributions have been made from large and small business, as well as individual community members.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County high school graduate
4. African - American
5. Resident or Former Resident of Kennedy Homes
6. Program of Study - General
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1991, Robert Woody and other local community members recognized the need for a special scholarship program for minority students and a fundraising committee was formed. Contributions have been made from large and small business, as well as individual community members.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County high school graduate
4. Alachua County resident.
5. African - American
6. Alumni of Lincoln High School
7. Program of Study - General
8. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Alachua County Housing Authority Barbara Higgins Scholarship Fund was established in 1993 to provide scholarships for residents in the housing projects throughout Alachua County. The purpose of this program is to assist public housing residents in pursing an Associate in Arts degree, Associate in Science, and/or certificate of training. Ms. Higgins, a lifelong resident of Gainesville, was involved in civic and community activities over many years. She was affectionately referred to as 'mama' Higgins by those who knew her. Her infectious smile and kind words were an inspiration to all.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County high school graduate
4. African - American
5. Alachua County Housing Authority Resident
6. Program of Study - General
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Gainesville Housing Authority Jack McGriff Memorial Scholarship was established by the Gainesville Housing Authority Board of Commissioners in the spring of 1992. It was established to enable public housing residents an opportunity to obtain post-secondary educational training at Santa Fe College. Jack McGriff served as a member of the Santa Fe College Endowment Corporation Downtown Center Steering Committee. The center now known as the Charles L. Blount Center, provides a college facility in proximity to the downtown area, minority groups, and the residents of the Gainesville Housing Authority.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County high school graduate
4. African - American
5. Gainesville Housing Authority Resident
6. Program of Study - General
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1991, Robert Woody and other local community members recognized the need for a special scholarship program for minority students and a fundraising committee was formed. Contributions have been made from large and small businesses, as well as individual community members.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County high school graduate.
4. Alachua County resident.
5. African - American
6. Recommendation letter from the Gainesville Chief of Police
7. Program of Study - Police Academy/Law Enforcement
8. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1991, Robert Woody and other local community members recognized the need for a special scholarship program for minority students and a fundraising committee was formed. Contributions have been made from large and small businesses, as well as individual community members.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County high school graduate
4. Alachua County resident.
5. African - American
6. Program of Study - Health Related
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The purpose of this scholarship is to assist the Shands Hospital employees and their dependents who wish to enroll at Santa Fe College for education and training leading to an Associate in Arts, an Associate in Sciences degree and/or a Certificate of Training.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County high school graduate
4. Alachua County resident.
5. African - American
6. Employee/dependent of employee of Shands
7. Program of Study - Health Related
8. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1991, Robert Woody and other local community members recognized the need for a special scholarship program for minority students and a fundraising committee was formed. Contributions have been made from large and small businesses, as well as individual community members.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County high school graduate
4. Alachua County resident.
5. African - American
6. Program of Study - General
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Anonymous donors have established an endowed scholarship fund to fulfill their passion to help deserving students overcome financial roadblocks to obtaining an education that can enable them to better support their families. The donors have been residents of Florida for 20 years. They committed to each other to establish this fund as part of their legacy. The drive to complete this goal was elevated with the 2023 passing of one of the donors. The motivation for this fund is to “pay it forward.” At one time, one of the donors was a single parent and could not have obtained an education without scholarship funds. The gift was life-changing and has been significant to their family for more than 50 years. It is the hope that this scholarship will have the same effect and provide “new beginnings” for its recipients.

Criteria:

1. Minimum 2.5 GPA.
2. Must be a single custodial parent or a parent paying child support.
3. Enrolled in one of the nursing degree programs: Nursing Assistant (certificate), LPN, ASN or BSN degrees at Santa Fe College.
4. Enrolled full-time or part-time (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) with six hours minimum.
5. Must be a Florida resident.
6. May be renewable if student continues to meet the scholarship minimum criteria and is still pursuing a nursing degree at Santa Fe College.
7. Scholarship funds can be used for tuition, books or other ancillary expenses related to the degree program.

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1996, Altrusa International of Gainesville recognized the need to establish a special scholarship program for women over the age of 25 who seek to change direction, pursue new career opportunities, or need to re-enter the job market after raising a family.

Altrusa has a long history of support, encouragement and leadership in community services and educational and vocational training opportunities for women. Scholarship assistance to women was first initiated in 1962 under the leadership of Altrusa President Ann Bromley.

Altrusa is a pioneer organization. It began as the first club of its kind for business women and became the first women's classified service club. I was organized on April 11, 1917 in Nashville, Tennessee in the office of Mary Selley, the manager of the women's department of the First National Bank. Altrusa is a national association for women similar to Rotary and holds as its philosophy, service above self and personal achievement.

The Altrusa Santa Fe College scholarships are named in honor of five outstanding Altrusans: Ann Bromley, Charlotte Campbell, Winifred "Freddie" Dobson, Clara Gehan, and Vam Cardwell York.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Women who are 25 years of age or older
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree
6. Student of Santa Fe College
7. Must be a U.S. Citizen
8. Must reapply for year two

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In March 2002, Altrusa International of Starke recognized the need to establish a special scholarship program for women over the age of 25 who seek to change direction, pursue new career opportunities or re-enter the job market after raising a family.

Altrusans have an obligation to help eliminate the career barriers women and girls face. In an effort to fulfill this obligation, the Starke Club has established this scholarship for Bradford County women. The goal of this scholarship is to help women improve the quality of their life for both the community as a whole and on an individual basis.

Altrusa is a pioneer organization. It began as the first club of its kind for business women and became the first women's classified service club. I was organized on April 11, 1917 in Nashville, Tennessee in the office of Mary Selley, the manager of the women's department of the First National Bank. Altrusa is a national association for women similar to Rotary and holds as its philosophy, service above self and personal achievement.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Women who are 18 years of age or older
4. Preference will be given to women 25 years of age or older
5. Bradford County High School Graduate
6. Bradford County Resident
7. Student of Santa Fe College
8. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) or B.A.S. (Bachelor of Applied Science) degree
9. Must be a U.S. Citizen

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 2019, family and friends established an endowed scholarship in memory of Eric Thomas Anderson for students in Alachua and Bradford counties seeking an A.A. (Associate in Arts) degree at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua and Bradford County Residents
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1983, Guy and Elizabeth Andrews established a permanently endowed scholarship program for students in Bradford and Alachua counties. Instilled with a life long respect for higher education and determined that young people be given the opportunity to attend college regardless of economic status, the Andrews Scholarship will provide financial assistant to hundreds of students. "Helping people become taxpayers and not tax recipients is what," Guy Andrews felt "educating ought to be about."

Guy Andrews was born and raised west of Starke in a small community of New River. It has been a life long goal of the Andrews family that higher education be available to everyone. This dream became a reality with the opening of the Santa Fe College Andrews Center in 1985. Sensing a need for a permanent facility in Bradford County, Guy Andrews was instrumental in involving the entire community in fundraising efforts to renovate the Bradford County Courthouse into a college facility. According to Guy and Elizabeth Andrews "Education instills community pride, is an inspiration to everyone, and gives people an opportunity to serve - on and on and on."

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County resident
4. Preference given to Bradford County High School graduates
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship program was established in 1996 by the Archer City Council under the leadership of Joanie White with the assistance of the City Manager Tilly Davis. This program provides educational incentives for elementary students in the Archer area. This incentive will be awarded in the hopes of encouraging these students to stay in school and to continue their education to a post-secondary level at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Most improved fifth grade student from Archer Community School
5. Recommendation letter from City of Archer

One term award

The purpose of this scholarship was to establish a major perpetual endowed scholarship program for high school students from Alachua and Bradford counties who desire to attend Santa Fe College. The designated program of emphasis includes the Associate in Arts and the Associate in Sciences Degree Programs.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Student must exhibit school involvement or leadership
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established for students entering the Santa Fe College Automotive A.A.S. Degree Program. The local chapter of the Automotive Service Association was founded in 1982 with the intent of improving the auto service industry in the Gainesville area. The organization, supported by the National Hot Rod Association and the local Gatornationals Booster Club, established this scholarship awarded annually to a high school graduate entering the Santa Fe College A.A.S. Automotive Program or a first year student already in the program.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
5. Program of study - Automotive (must be enrolled in program by advisor)
6. Pursuing A.A.S. (Associate in Applied Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1991, the Gainesville Civitan Club held a major fund raising drive to establish this scholarship for students from Alachua County who plan to attend Santa Fe College. This scholarship was established to honor a member of the Gainesville Civitan Club, Philip H. Baker, for his outstanding and dedicated service to the many projects which the club supports. These projects included the Association of Retarded Citizens of Alachua County, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Boys Club, Girls Club, and the Special Olympics. The Philip H. Baker Gainesville Civitan Club Scholarship will provide an opportunity for an Alachua County high school graduate to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

A native of North Central Florida, Henry H. Beck generously remembered the young people of this area. Mr. Beck endowed funds to establish scholarships at Santa Fe College. As stated in his will, Mr. Beck's principal endowment is to be perpetual. The interest accrued is to be used for scholarships. The number of scholarships each year will depend on the amount of interest accrued to the Beck Endowment. The Henry H. Beck Scholarship was established as a major perpetual endowed scholarship program for high school students from north Florida who desire to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. High School Graduate of North Florida area
4. North Florida Resident
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Frank Block Memorial Scholarship was established by Causseaux, Hewett, and Walpole, Inc. along with other partners in November 2013 to honor the memory of Mr. Frank Block. Mr. Block was a very dedicated and responsible employee of CHW that passed away too early in life. The scholarship will be awarded to students interested in building construction, architecture, earth science, engineering, forestry, mathematics or physics.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Student at Santa Fe College
4. Program of Study - Building construction, architecture, engineering, general, earth or environmental science, forestry, mathematics, or physics
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Jeff Block Memorial Scholarship program was established in 1988 by family and friends in his memory. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist a graduate of Buchholz High School in pursuit of an education at Santa Fe College.

Jeffrey Block died June 23, 1987, after a four-year battle with cancer. His life began and ended in Gainesville, Florida. His strong determination to succeed, although constantly being undermined by the debilitating effects of this dreaded disease, enabled him to graduate and receive his diploma from Buchholz High School. He immediately enrolled at Santa Fe College but, after only a period of weeks, he was unable to continue to fulfill his dream of achieving a college education.

Jeff became an inspiration to all who came in contact with him. His uplifting support of others in more desirable circumstances than his own, created a phenomenal following of friends. Jeff will never be forgotten.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Buchholz High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The purpose of this contribution is to establish a scholarship program for students from Alachua or Bradford counties who desire to enter an Automotive Program.

Mr. Charles L. Blount was a successful businessman whose interest included cattle and turkey ranching in southwestern Missouri, real estate development in the Alachua County area, and was an automotive dealer in Florida and Georgia. Mr. Blount was a past Board member of the Santa Fe College Endowment Corporation who gave most generously of his time and monies.

Under the leadership of Charles L. Blount, one of the most ambitious charitable projects ever in Alachua County resulted in the development and renovation of a blighted, old railroad depot into the first class Santa Fe College Downtown Center. His hundreds of hours of volunteer work in the planning phase, overseeing the construction and personal fund-raising sessions, brought the $1,390,000 educational facility known as the Santa Fe College Charles L. Blount Downtown Center Campus into being. Several thousand students have directly benefited as a result of his leadership and generosity and thousands more will benefit each year in perpetuity.

Mr. Blount said many times that Gainesville and Alachua County have been good to him and that he wanted to give back to the community. When Mr. Blount decided to give back to the community, he stepped forward in a most magnificent and monumental manner. Through his generosity, he again provided students with scholarships and opportunities to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of study - Automotive Program
5. Pursuing A.A.S. (Associate in Applied Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The purpose of this contribution is to establish a scholarship program for students from Alachua or Bradford counties who pursue Associate in Arts, Associate in Science degrees or certificate programs.

Mr. Charles L. Blount was a successful businessman whose interest included cattle and turkey ranching in southwestern Missouri, real estate development in the Alachua County area, and was an automotive dealer in Florida and Georgia. Mr. Blount was a past Board member of the Santa Fe College Endowment Corporation who gave most generously of his time and monies.

Under the leadership of Charles L. Blount, one of the most ambitious charitable projects ever in Alachua County resulted in the development and renovation of a blighted, old railroad depot into the first class Santa Fe College Downtown Center. His hundreds of hours of volunteer work in the planning phase, overseeing the construction and personal fund-raising sessions, brought the $1,390,000 educational facility known as the Santa Fe College Charles L. Blount Downtown Center Campus into being. Several thousand students have directly benefited as a result of his leadership and generosity and thousands more will benefit each year in perpetuity.

Mr. Blount said many times that Gainesville and Alachua County have been good to him and that he wanted to give back to the community. When Mr. Blount decided to give back to the community, he stepped forward in a most magnificent and monumental manner. Through his generosity, he again provided students with scholarships and opportunities to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Patricia M. Blount Scholarship was established to provide educational and training opportunities to female students throughout Alachua and Bradford counties. Patricia Blount has been an exemplary mother, grandmother, businesswoman, and community leader in numerous civic organizations, including the PACE Center. The PACE Center for Girls, Inc. provides an opportunity for young girls 12-18 years of age in high risk situations to develop some positive life options, management, and independent living skills to prepare them for real life experiences. Her concern for improving the quality of life for all people in our community is unsurpassed. Through this scholarship program, she is providing an opportunity for students to obtain an education and training, which will enhance their career goals and allow them to participate as a contributing person in our society.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Female students
5. Preference to girls in PACE Program
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 2000, Mr. Bubba Bussard and family established the Boone/Bussard Welding Technologies Scholarship to assist students who desire to enter the Welding program at Santa Fe College. If the Welding Program should not be offered at Santa Fe College, then the scholarship could be used for students entering the Building Construction Program.

When asked why a successful businessman, like himself, would make such a huge investment in the College's Welding Program, Bubba's response was direct and to the point. "The welding industry here in Florida provided me with tremendous opportunities. I want to make sure our local community college will continue to offer welder training. This scholarship is a win-win situation. The people need good opportunities and the industry needs good people."

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Program of Study - Welding Program(Preference) or Building Construction Program
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Family and friends of Ms. Joyce Riherd made a significant contribution to establish a Public Health Nursing Scholarship in her honor for students from Bradford County who desire to attend Santa Fe College and pursue a nursing career.

Ms. Joyce Doke Riherd graduated nursing school in 1944 in Orlando, FL. She married in 1945, Mr. Robert Riherd. They moved to Lake Butler, FL and in 1947 Joyce first entered "Public Health", working in Bradford and Union Counties. Later they moved to High Springs, FL where she became a housewife and helped manage the small farm. After the death of her husband in 1962, she and her two sons moved back to Bradford County where she worked for Bradford County Health Department. Through the years she worked her way up in management, but her greatest joy was serving in the communities of Bradford County. She made home visits, worked as the school nurse, and worked the office clinics. She also worked at maternity, pediatric, and immunization clinics.

For 30 years she served as a full-time nurse for the Bradford County Public Health Department; 8 years as director. But, typical, of Joyce, she went well beyond the call of duty to care for the needs of the county's less fortunate citizens. On many occasions she spend her own money for those who could not afford to buy their prescriptions. She often carried clothing, blankets, and shoes in the trunk of her car to share with those in need. She was involved with many organizations such as Food Pantry of Bradford County. Joyce enjoyed working in the community, volunteering as a docent for the Eugene L. "Gene" Matthews Historical Museum and was on the Hospital Auxiliary at Shands of Starke. She was active in the Cancer Society and Head Start. Her community service was recognized in 1970 when she won the Chamber of Commerce Community Humanitarian Award.

Joyce was very proud to be a part of this community and to have her name associated with this Nursing Scholarship Program. She hoped that this program will help many people realize their dream of becoming a nurse and serving their community.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford Country High School Graduate
4. Bradford County Resident
5. Program of Study - Nursing or Health Related
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Funding for the scholarship was provided by the Bradford County Educational Foundation to help Bradford County students who plan to enroll at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credited hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County Resident and/or Bradford County High School graduate
4. Pursue a Teaching degree in Bradford County
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship program was established as the result of a major fund raising drive by the Bradford County / Andrews Santa Fe College Minority Scholarship Committee. The purpose of the committee was to establish a major perpetual endowed scholarship program for African-American residents of Bradford County who desire to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. African - American
4. Bradford County Resident.
5. Bradford County High School Graduate
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Dr. and Mrs. Brashear believe strongly in education. It is because of this belief and a desire to provide educational assistance to persons wishing to work in medical fields that The Billy and Glenna F. Brashear Nursing and Health Related Scholarship has been funded. Because there is a continuing shortage in all allied medical fields it is the Brashear's hope that with this scholarship, someone may be able to obtain their education in one of the medical fields and spend their professional careers helping the people of Gainesville and the surrounding area.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua, Bradford, Gilchrist, Levy, Putnam, Union or Clay County Residents
4. Program of Study - Nursing or Health Related
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

After attending the Nursing Program at Santa Fe College, Jean Rae Bronson established this scholarship for students enrolled in a nursing program at Santa Fe College.

Mrs. Bronson was accepted in the Nursing Program in 1991 at Santa Fe College and graduated in 1993. Going through the program as a middle-aged student made her very aware of the learning process. She was also impressed with the dedication of the teachers and the supporting staff and their role in providing sequential learning experiences to reach their desired goal.

This scholarship idea materialized because of her desire to help provide an education similar to the rewarding experiences she had at Santa Fe College.

Mrs. Bronson was very involved in the Guardian ad Litem program in Alachua and surrounding counties. She credits her nursing education and associated experiences in helping her represent abused and neglected children in the court system.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Student must be accepted into one of the Nursing Programs at SF
5. Pursing A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The family and friends of Roxann Kelley Buehn established this scholarship program in 1999 in her memory. Roxann Kelley Buehn was 20 years old when she was killed in an automobile accident.

The purpose of this scholarship is to memorialize the community's memory of Roxann, and to assist and encourage Bradford County high school students to pursue the goals of academic excellence. Roxann graduated from Bradford County High School in 1995. Like so many young people, Roxann was undecided about which area of education to pursue when God called her home on September 13, 1998. Her family's goal in establishing this scholarship to help other young students further their education and to help them overcome their financial obstacles while pursuing their dream.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Bradford County Resident
4. Bradford County High School Graduate
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In fall 1996, the Student Builders Association established this scholarship in memory of George Butler. George was a student who passed away while enrolled in the Building Construction Program. He was also a member of the Student Marathon Team.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida high school graduate
4. Program of study - Building Construction Program
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This is an endowed scholarship established by Mr. S. Clark Butler for students graduating from an Alachua or Bradford County high school who desire to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In February 2000, the Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc. established this scholarship to provide a scholarship for a student graduating from within the service area for Central Florida Electric.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Recommended by Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc.
3. Dixie, Gilchrist or Levy County Resident
4. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

Apply directly at Central Florida Electric Cooperative, Inc.

In December 2015, Campus USA Credit Union made a generous contribution to establish the Campus USA Credit Union Scholarship for students who attend Santa Fe College. The purpose of this scholarship is to fund two scholarships annually for students attending Santa Fe College. This scholarship will be for students who are enrolled in one of the Business Bachelor Degree Programs.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Reside in the USA Credit Union service area: Alachua, Clay, Columbia, Gadsden, Jefferson, Lake, Leon, Madison, Marin, Sumter, Suwannee, or Wakulla Counties
4. Program of Study - Business
5. Pursuing B.A.S. (Bachelors of Applied Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Builders Association of North Central Florida along with family and friends established the Ron Carpenter Memorial Scholarship. Mr. Carpenter was counsel to the Builders Association of North Central Florida for 13 years.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. High school graduates from Alachua and Bradford County
4. Program of Study - Building Construction
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Chapters Health Systems made a generous donation December 2021 to establish a pass-through scholarship to assist students seeking a career focused on Hospice end-of-life care issues.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua county resident
4. Program of study - Medical, nursing, nursing aid, other clinical healthcare
5. Study focused on Hospice end of life care issues.
6. Pursing A.A.(Associates in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science or Certificate degree

One year scholarship. Non-renewable.

In 1966, the Florida Legislature approved a new matching program, which allowed pass-through scholarship programs to receive matching funds on a one-to-one basis. As a result of this Special Scholarship Matching Program, the Clay County Education Foundation established this pass-through scholarship program for students attending Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Clay County Resident
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Florida Rural Rehabilitation Corporation made a generous contribution to establish the Margaret R. Clifton Scholarship for female students who are from Florida's rural areas.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Female student and a resident from the Florida Rural areas
4. Program of study - Student choice
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established in 1999 by the Veterans Organization.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Veteran
4. Health Sciences or Health related programs
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program.

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1990 Medford and Patricia Connelly established an endowed scholarship program for high school students from Bradford County who desire to attend Santa Fe College based upon need

As college sweethearts, Med and Pat Connelly were married in 1939 in Atlanta, Georgia and have recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Ever mindful of the days of struggle in the years Med was receiving his education, they determined to render assistance to that student 'who wanted to attend college but could not afford to do so.'

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Bradford County Resident
5. Recommended by high school principal
6. Financial need
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Description coming soon

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of study - Building Construction
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Lamar E. Crevasse Scholarship was established by Lamar Crevasse to assist students graduating from Newberry High school that reside in the City of Archer who desire to attend Santa Fe College.

Dr. Lamar E. Crevasse, a professor of medicine in the Division of Cardiology at Shands UF, served the University for 42 years and left a legacy of contributions to patient care, teaching, and research in his specialty of Cardiology. In 1997, Dr. Crevasse contributed funds to establish this scholarship at Santa Fe College for the citizens of Archer, FL. His generous gift provided for a permanently endowed scholarship program.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Resides in Archer, FL
4. Newberry High School Graduate
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established in 2018 by the Davis Family to assist students attending Santa Fe College from Alachua, Gilchrist, and Levy Counties.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua, Gilchrist, & Levy Counties
4. Program of Study - Education
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Joseph W. (Jody) and Suellen Davis established this scholarship to assist single parent students attending Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida Resident
4. Single Parent
5. Program of Study - Student choice
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established in 2017 by Dr. Cynthia Preston, Andreas' mom, in memory of her son a former Santa Fe College student.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.8 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, Mathematics, or Science related field
5. Applies to tuition and fees only

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Disney's Animal Kingdom Scholarship is for students enrolled in the Zoo Animal Technology program at Santa Fe College. The purpose of the scholarship is to financially assist selected individuals as they seek training to enter the animal husbandry field.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida Resident
4. Must be currently enrolled in the Zoo Animal Technology Program
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) Zoo Animal Technology

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

Mr. Harry Dresser established this scholarship to assist students in Alachua and Bradford Counties who wish to attend Santa Fe College and continue their education. Mr. Dresser served as a volunteer teacher in the public school system and wanted to provide funding to students who had the desire to continue their education after high school.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship program was established by the Alachua Habitat for Humanity in memory of Patricia Sherman Fabrick. This scholarship opportunity is open to Habitat for Humanity residents.

Pat Fabrick believed that every child was a gift from God, to be loved, to be cherished, and to be educated. Pat was the founding coordinator for the Alachua Habitat for Humanity. The purpose of Alachua Habitat for Humanity is to eliminate indecent, inadequate housing in Gainesville and Alachua County. Pat envisioned the positive effect that a decent home could have on a struggling family.

Pat lived to see 15 families move into Alachua Habitat homes. Before she lost her battle with cancer in 1992, Alachua Habitat for Humanity established this scholarship fund in her name.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Family Member of Habitat for Humanity Homeowner
5. African - American or Low-Income families
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This pass through scholarship was established in 2020 for academic assistance for students studying Risk Management or Insurance from the FAIA Good Works Fund at the Community Foundation of North Florida.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County resident
4. Program of study - Risk management and Insurance Program

Non-renewable scholarship

This scholarship was established by the The Climb for Cancer Foundation to assist a student attending Santa Fe College in a healthcare program.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Must have been diagnosed with and/or been actively treated for cancer
4. Degree-seeking - medicine, nursing, pharmacy, dentistry, or public health or health professions
5. Letter of recommendation
6. Volunteer hours
7. Must complete a FAFSA
8. Demonstrate financial need

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

In June 2000, Erich and Ellen Farber established a perpetual endowment scholarship enabling students from Alachua and Bradford Counties to attend Santa Fe College. Having been associated with higher education for the greater part of their lives, the Farbers' wish to make it possible for people to attend college regardless of their economic status and to give them the opportunity to reach their greatest potential in life. The purpose of this contribution was to establish a scholarship program for the students from Alachua and Bradford County areas who are pursuing a degree in library science, art, engineering or general education at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Library Science, Arts, Engineering, General
5. Provide good moral character letter of recommendation
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In November 2003, the Builders Association of North Central Florida established a perpetual endowed scholarship program in memory of A. W. Fletcher. Mr. Fletcher was a true pioneer in the building of our community and left a legacy of accomplishments over the past 50 years. Mr. Fletcher was a man who exemplified integrity and industry professionalism. Many of today's successful builders and developers have stories to tell about the impact A. W. Fletcher had on their lives. It is only appropriate that Mr. Fletcher's constituents have chosen to establish this scholarship in his memory to provide building construction students at Santa Fe College the opportunity to make a difference in their community.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Program of Study - Building Construction
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Florida College System Foundation Board of Directors awards these funds, along with a matching donor to assist students in Nursing and Allied Health Programs at Florida's Colleges in order to meet the growing need for skilled nursing and allied health professionals who serve the diverse population of Florida.

Student Criteria

1. Florida Resident
2. Consent for name to be published
3. Be accepted and enrolled as a full-time or part-time student in a nursing or allied health program at a Florida College
4. Submit a copy of FAFSA
5. SF Foundation Scholarship application

One term award

The Joseph W. Fordyce scholarship program was established in 1982 by family, friends and colleagues to honor the first President of Santa Fe College.

Dr. Fordyce subscribed to the "open door" admission policy, which ensured that any high school graduate desiring an education be given the opportunity at Santa Fe College. However, President Fordyce realized that the open door policy could not succeed unless there was a substantial financial aid program available at the college to assist students in taking advantage of this educational opportunity. It was his hope that no student would be denied the opportunity for an education at Santa Fe College because of lack of money.

The Board of Trustees of Santa Fe College, in the first such action taken by the board, named the student services building in honor of Joseph W. Fordyce. The faculty and staff of the college and personal friends endowed the scholarship established by his sons, out of their respect and affection for Dr. Joseph Warder Fordyce.

Criteria

1. Student must rank in the upper 10% of graduating class and have a minimum of 1270 on the SAT
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Student must participate in extracurricular activities and community service
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree
7. Student must maintain a 2.5 GPA for continuation

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Santa Fe College Foundation received a generous contribution from an anonymous donor through Foundation Source, who serves as the Administrator. This will provide scholarship funding to students attending Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Florida Resident
4. Program of Study - Student choice
5. Pursuing an A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program
6. Demonstrate financial need

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship.

In 2009, the Reeda Fullington CVT Scholarship was established by family and friends for students who are enrolled in the Cardiovascular Technology Program at Santa Fe College. Mrs. Fullington was loved by both the community and fellow employees. She was an inspiration to everyone that knew her; she was the Director of the CVT Program at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Student must be enrolled in the CVT Program
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) degree for Cardiovascular Technology

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Gainesville Charitable Foundation will award scholarships to students from Alachua County. The award will be to honor Mr. Harold A. Johnson, Mr. Morton Wolfson, Mr. Hugh Smith and Mr. George Hayes.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Program of Study - General

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

In 1987, The Santa Fe College Endowment Corporation held a major fund raising drive to raise additional funds for scholarships for students entering Santa Fe College. The result of this effort is the establishment of the General Scholarship for high school students from Alachua and Bradford Counties who have no other means for funds and who desire to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Student's choice
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Gene Gerber Scholarship was established by the Gerber family and the Builders Association of North Central Florida for students desiring a career in Building Construction.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. High school graduates of Alachua or Bradford County
4. Program of Study - Building Construction
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1997 the Gilchrist County Educational Foundation recognized the need to establish an endowed scholarship program to create the opportunity for students from Gilchrist County who desire to enter one of the medical and health related programs at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Gilchrist County Resident
4. Gilchrist County High School Graduate
5. Program of Study - Health related
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

Apply directly at the Gilchrist County Educational Foundation.

In July 1996 the Gilchrist County Educational Foundation established this endowed scholarship for students who reside in Gilchrist County to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Gilchrist County High School Graduate
4. Gilchrist County Resident
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

Apply directly at the Gilchrist County Educational Foundation

This scholarship program was established in 1995 by the Gainesville Civitan Regional Blood Center as the result of a grant provided by the Haemonetics Corporation. The purpose was to establish a major perpetual endowed scholarship program for high school students who wish to pursue a career in the health-related professions from Alachua and Bradford counties at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Program of Study - Health or Medical Related
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Nicholas J. Gonzalez Memorial scholarship program was established in 1989 by Silverman Wilkov and DeThomasis, Attorneys at Law. Nicholas was killed by a teenaged drunk driver while helping a friend with a stalled car.

Nick was an active participant in school and community activities. He was an excellent student and began taking courses at Santa Fe College while he was still in high school. Nick was on the Buchholz Swim Team and participated in the Junior Achievement Program. He also donated over 600 hours as a volunteer at the Veterans Administration and worked at a local restaurant throughout high school and college. Nick graduated from Buchholz High School in 1988. He was awarded his Associate in Arts degree from Santa Fe College posthumously.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Buchholz High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree
6. Community Service with preference in drug and alcohol abuse prevention

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Fiona Kathleen Gott Memorial Scholarship was established in December 2007 by Brian and Trudy Gott to honor the memory of their daughter. Fiona graduated from Santa Fe in the spring term 2003 and was killed in an automobile accident later that year while visiting her family in New York. The scholarship will be given to a Bradford or Alachua County female student desiring to enter into any A.A. or A.S. degree program in Mathematics, Science or Computer Science at Santa Fe College, preferably with the goal to transfer to a four-year degree program.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Female student
4. Alachua or Bradford High School Graduate
5. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
6. Program of Study - Mathematics, Science, or Computer Science
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 2006, the Pamphalon Foundation Incorporated established this scholarship with a private contribution. The Pamphalon Foundation was founded in 2003 as a charitable foundation to support the humanitarian efforts of different philanthropic groups and churches of Christian denomination and to further education and research. This scholarship was renamed in 2016 in memory of Daniel Grover Maico. This scholarship will be available to Alachua and Bradford County students.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Student's choice
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, B.A.S. (Bachelor of Applied Science) or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Bill and Vicky Penney along with their son Jared, have established the Paul B. Hamlin Scholarship. This scholarship honors Mr. Hamlin's generosity to the local community. The scholarship will be awarded to a student at Santa Fe High School with preference given to first generation students.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Santa Fe High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Program of Study - Student's choice
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, B.A.S. (Bachelor of Applied Science) or Certificate Program
7. First generation student preferred

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In October 2019, Mr. Su-Min Oon established the Joanna Hammond Memorial Scholarship in Nursing in memory of his wife, Joanna. She graduated from the nursing program at Santa Fe College. After graduation she embarked on her nursing career at UF Shands Hospital where she remained for the next 25 years. She left nursing for health reasons and eventually succumbed to lymphoma in 2019. Joanna spent most of her time in the Labor and Delivery and Mother/Baby units where she was able to touch many lives. Joanna cared for her patients with compassion, patience, and empathy. Her attention to details, problem solving, and communication skills, quick response to unexpected medical issues were valued by her patients and doctors she worked with. This scholarships supports deserving students who exemplifies the essence of a great nurse embodied by Joanna.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.2 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours)
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Program of Study - Nursing
5. Pursuing A.A (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree, B.S.N (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), or Certificate Program
6. Preference will be given to students with a financial need

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In honor of her mother and grandmother, Gale King, established the Verdell and Johnie Mae Harris Scholarship. Ms. King wanted to assist a young female who is determined and well deserving the opportunity to change their life forever with just a little help.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 2.8 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. African - American Female who demonstrates financial need
5. Program of Study - General
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Jack and Clara Hazen have made a generous contribution to establish the Jack and Clara Hazen Scholarship for students in Bradford County and surrounding areas to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford or a Surrounding County Resident
4. Program of Study - General
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree.

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 2017, the Geiser family made a contribution for students in the Cardiovascular Vascular Technology (CVT) program.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida Resident
4. Program of Study - Cardiovascular Technology (CVT)
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

One term; determined by Health Sciences Department

A generous contribution was received in December 2020 from Jim and Carletta Herring to establish the Herring Family Scholarship for students graduated from Alachua County public schools. This endowed scholarship will provide funding for students attending Santa Fe College in all programs.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County Residents

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Florida College System Foundation presents funds for the annual Helios Education Foundation First Generation Scholarship. This gift is made possible from a grant from the Helios Education Foundation. Students receiving these dollars shall be referred to as "The Helios Education Foundation First Generation Scholars."

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Program of Study - Teacher/Education
3. First Generation Student in College
4. Student must have completed Life Skills Course in his/her first year of study
5. Preference with the intent to become a teacher in the State of Florida

One term award

James and Olivia Herron established this scholarship program in an effort to assist young people in Alachua and Bradford Counties in preparing for careers in the health care field particularly in services to the elderly.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Program of Study - Nursing or health related
6. Pursuing an A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

Foundation Board Member Alan Hitchcock and his wife Cathy made a generous contribution to establish the Hitchcock Family Scholarship for students in Alachua County that graduate from Santa Fe High School. In May 2014, Mr. Alan Hitchcock, renamed the scholarship the Betty Hitchcock Memorial Scholarship in memory of his mother.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Santa Fe High School Graduate
5. Program of Study - General
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established by the Hogue family for local residents exhibiting strong academic performance and who have a financial need that would otherwise limit their ability to pursue their education.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Demonstrate financial need

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Attorneys Jack Fine, Thomas Farkash and Alan Parlapiano established this major perpetual endowed scholarship program to memorialize the community's remembrance of Christa Leigh Hoyt and to encourage high school students to pursue the goals of academic excellence and civic involvement. Christa attended Newberry High School; therefore this scholarship will be made available in Christa's name to outstanding students from Newberry High School.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Outstanding Newberry High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Extra Curricular Activities and Community Service Projects
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In September 2010, Robert and Barbara Hudson made a generous contribution to establish the Hudson Family Scholarship in honor of nurses. This scholarship opportunity is available to students who have no other funding.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.25 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Nursing (LPN or RN)
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program
6. Student who is not eligible for financial aid

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Robert and Barbara Hudson made a generous contribution to establish the Hudson Family CTE Scholarship in 2020 to assist students.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Resident of North Central Florida
4. Program of Study - Construction and Technical Certifications, HVAC, Welding or Plumbing
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associates in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Information coming soon

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.25 GPA
2. Full-time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua and Bradford County residents
4. Program of study - General
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program
6. Preference given to combat veterans; if none then available to any honorably discharged veteran

Nonrenewable: One-year scholarship

Davis, Monk & Company established this scholarship in honor of their partner Leo T. Hury. The purpose is to assist individuals in pursing an A.A. and transferring into a baccalaureate degree program in various areas such as accounting, marketing, general business, or other related business programs.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Business
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program
6. Community Service or Two Letters of Recommendation
7. Student intent to transfer into a baccalaureate degree program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In April 2009, the Thomas H. Maren Foundation gave a generous contribution to the Santa Fe College Foundation to establish the HVAC Scholarship. This contribution will fund this endowed scholarship in perpetuity for students in the air conditioning tech program at Santa Fe College. This program trains students in the Air Conditioning Refrigeration and Heating Service Programs.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of Study - HVAC
4. Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established by Mr. Jensen and friends to acknowledge his role as an outstanding teacher. Norman Kenneth Jensen taught in the Florida system of higher education for more than 30 years. His career at Santa Fe College began in 1968, retiring in 1993. During his tenure at Santa Fe College, he taught art and humanities to countless number of students, many of whom are well-known practicing artists in our community and region. It is hoped that this scholarship will provide the opportunity for a studio arts student to enhance their education through exceptional experiences or opportunities.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of Study - Studio Art (Art Education)
4. Student in second year of degree
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Mr. Harold A Johnson made a donation to the Santa Fe Foundation to establish this scholarship for the purpose of providing an opportunity for individuals of Alachua County who plan on pursuing a career in nursing, the ministry or a health related field. Mr. Johnson's purpose is to honor his wife, Jeanne C. Johnson, for her steadfast and caring support in life. Mr. Johnson has been a successful businessman in Bradford, Alachua, and Clay Counties. In Alachua County, he was a partner in the Johnson-Hayes Funeral Home.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Program of Study - Nursing, Health Related, or Ministry
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Mr. Harold A. Johnson made a donation to the Santa Fe Foundation to establish this scholarship for the purpose of providing an opportunity for individuals of Bradford County who plan on pursuing a career in business ministry or any health related field. Mr. Johnson's purpose was to honor his wife Jeanne C. Johnson, and his business partner and friend, Mr. DeWitt C. Jones for their steadfast and caring support in life.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Business, Health Related, or Ministry
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In February 1984 the family of Lawrence “Jungle Larry” Tetzlaff established the “Jungle Larry” Scholarship Program. Funds were raised by family and friends.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Graduate of high school in Florida or Ohio
4. Program of Study - Zoo Animal Technology
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

Mr. Lawrence D. Keen made a contribution of $50,000 to establish the Joel and Stella Keen Memorial Scholarship at Santa Fe College. This scholarship will assist students in Alachua or Bradford counties pursuing an A.A., A.S. or any certificate program of their choice. Recipients must be a first-time-in-college student and be of Polish descent as confirmed by immigration, church or government records provided by the student.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County resident
4. Program of study - General Studies
5. Demonstrate financial need
6. FTIC - First time in college student
7. 1/4 Polish descent - confirmed by student
8. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Lennie Kesl Art Scholarship was established as a result of the 2013 Spring Arts Festival. The scholarship will honor the memory of Lennie Kesl who was the featured artist at the 2013 festival and former Art Professor at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida Resident
4. Program of study - Fine Arts Program with preference in Visual Arts
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

During the Fall of 1999 the Kiwanis Club of Starke voted to establish a permanently endowed scholarship program to benefit Bradford County High School graduates attending Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County Resident
4. Preference to members of the Key Club
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or B.A.S. (Bachelor of Applied Science)

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In January 2004, The Margaret F. Knapp Nursing Scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Carl D. Crane, Jr. as a tribute to the nursing career of Margaret Knapp, the aunt of Mrs. Crane. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist nursing students in pursuing Associate degrees in Nursing at Santa Fe College. Ms. Knapp had a long distinguished career in nursing and was an innovator and leader in establishing many programs that have improved and expanded public health nursing in the U.S. and abroad.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of Study - Nursing
4. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
5. Pursuing an A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Santa Fe College Student Government established the Knott Wershow Student Government Scholarship. This one year scholarship will assist students who are actively involved in Student Government or Student Life at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time (12 credit hours will be full time / part time students will be prorated for the number of hours enrolled) 6 hours minimum
3. Santa Fe College Student (has to be a US Citizen)
4. Florida resident
5. Program of Study - Student's Choice
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program
7. Involved in Student Life or Student Government

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Danielle Kramer Memorial Scholarship was established in March 2007 by her parents Chuck and Mary Kramer and the community of Starke, Florida. Ms. Kramer tragically lost her life in an automobile accident. Her father, Chuck Kramer, is a local radio personality. The Starke community through different civic organizations helped to raise the funds to establish an endowed scholarship in Danielle's memory.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Bradford County Resident
5. Program of Study - General
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In December 14, 2022, anonymous donated funds for a scholarship that will benefit students at Santa Fe College from underrepresented communities or socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds and pursuing an education in the health sciences.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Florida Residents
4. Program of study - General
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, Certificate Program, or Bachelors

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Esther Porter Lane Memorial Scholarship was established by close personal friends. Esther Porter Lane is remembered in Gainesville for the many ways in which she and her husband, David, worked to bring groups together and improve the lives of less advantaged citizens in Alachua County. During the early seventies she was Executive Director of the Alachua County Community Action Agency. Before that she was Director of the Neighborhood Service Center Project and Executive Secretary of the Alachua County Mental Health Association. Esther Lane was the second recipient of the Susan B. Anthony Award for her community service.

Throughout her career, she combined much of her community service with her love for drama. She introduced children to Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" at the Gainesville Recreation Center, using adult actors for larger roles with children portraying the fairies. She directed classics by Shaw and Gogol at the Gainesville Community Playhouse.

Mrs. Lane was listed in Who's Who of American Women. In Gainesville, she was active in the League of Women Voters and in the Altrusa International. She and her husband, Dr. David Lane, celebrated their fiftieth wedding anniversary shortly before her death.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full - time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree
5. Female over 25

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Joanie Beth Langford Memorial Scholarship was established by Tommy, Terie, and Jeffery Langford. Joanie was killed at the age of sixteen in an automobile accident.

Joanie was active in both her school and community. As an honor roll student, Joanie found time to play softball, basketball, and volleyball. She was also a cheerleader and a member of the school band., Future Farmers of America, and Beta Club. Joanie attended school in Bell since kindergarten and was enrolled in the Health Academy Program at Bell High School. She gave generously of herself to help others.

Joanie was enrolled in the Health Academy Program and was working towards becoming a nurse. She loved children and wanted to work in the pediatric ward with premature babies.

The family's goal in establishing this scholarship is to be able to help other young people further their education in the medical field and to help live out Joanie's dream.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Gilchrist County Resident
4. Bell High School Graduate
5. Program of study - Medical/Health related field
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 2015, Dennis and Carrie Lee established this scholarship to assist students entering one of the following certificate programs: Law Enforcement or Crossover Correction Officer to Law Enforcement. The Lees wanted to do something special to show their respect and support for the law enforcement officers in our area. They understand what law enforcement officers sacrifice to keep our communities safe. This scholarship will allow students who are planning to enter the law enforcement field the opportunity to attend a one-of-a-kind, state-of-the-art training facility.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time enrollment in program
3. Recruits from the surrounding areas are eligible, with preference given to residents of Alachua and Bradford counties
4. Accepted into one of the following certificate programs: Law Enforcement or Crossover Correction Officer to Law Enforcement
5. Preference given to first-generation students

Nonrenewable; one term scholarship

In 2020, this scholarship was establish in memory of Carlos M. Lopes. Carlos Manuel Lopes was born in Portugal, immigrated to the United States and lived a legacy of industry, humility, and good works. He readily shared the skills he acquired working in the trades with those in need, remembering always the community he lived in.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Program of Study - Construction and Technical
4. Florida Resident
5. Pursuing A.A.S. (Associate in Applied Science), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1988 the family of Laura Lopez established the Laura Lopez Memorial Scholarship to assist students who are interested in attending the Zoology Program at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Program of Study - Zoology
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

A contribution was received in November 2020 from Ms. Jacqueline MacKinnon to establish the MacKinnon – Canard Scholarship in memory of Robert MacKinnon and his daughter Patricia Canard who attended Santa Fe College. This pass-through scholarship will provide funding for an Alachua or Bradford County resident attending Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Non-traditional student: women returning to work or ex-felon returning to society

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In May 2009 Tom and Dianne Mallini established this scholarship for students from Alachua and Bradford counties to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.2 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - General
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This pass through scholarship was established in February 2020 by family and friends in memory of Tara McDonald-Wardlaw for students in the Zoo Animal Program.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Zoo Animal Technology student (2nd - 4th year)
4. Preference to financial need
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Health Related Programs Quality Enhancement Fund was established in 1995 for purpose of improving the academic quality of instruction and for the purchase of medical training equipment and related materials that would be equivalent to the technology that students will encounter in the workplace.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Nursing or Health Related
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

John Miller established this scholarship to help provide funds for students in Bradford County to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - General
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1997, the establishment of a scholarship fund in honor of James F. Moore, past Santa Fe College president and member of the Board of Directors of the Santa Fe College Foundation. Mr. Moore served as president of the foundation over a two-year period that saw the development of the Andrews Center in Starke. He served on the foundation board for 16 years and was always concerned about the best way for the college and the foundation to serve the needs and goals of the community and its citizens.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Program of Study - Business or Business Related
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Hershel and Ravinia Lyons created the Mr. Jesse and Carrie Moses Sr. Scholarship for students at Santa Fe College who reside in Archer. The scholarship will be an annual award for $1,000 beginning in the spring 2016 term. The scholarship will be presented to a Newberry High School graduating senior that attended Archer Elementary. The scholarship will be presented on behalf of the Archer Christian Community Organization.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Archer Resident who attended Archer Elementary
5. Graduated from Newberry High School
6. Program of Study - General
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

Description coming soon.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Program of Study - Nursing
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree
6. Non-traditional, male student

The family of Margaret R.T. Morgan established this nursing scholarship program in an effort to assist young people in preparing for careers in the nursing field.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Student must be enrolled in A.S. (Associate in Science) Nursing Program at SF

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

This one term scholarship was established by an anonymous donor to an active member of the My Brother's Keepers at Santa Fe College.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Member of My Brother's Keeper

One Term Award

In 2020, Mrs. Eugenie V. Myers established a scholarship for students graduating from Hawthorne High School and attending Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Hawthorne High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Program of Study - Student Choice
6. Pursing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science), or Certificate Degree

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

Description coming soon!

CRITERIA:

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Program of Study - Respiratory care or Respiratory therapy
4. Florida resident

Former SF Foundation Board Member Bryan Nazworth and his wife Angie established this scholarship for students in Alachua and Bradford counties to attend Santa Fe College in a Building Construction Program.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Building Construction
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Brandi and Ashley Noegel established this scholarship in memory of their husband and father. Larry was a member of the Santa Fe College Foundation Board of Directors and was a supporter of education in Bradford County.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County High School Senior or High School Graduate student
4. Bradford County Resident
5. Program of Study - General
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In April 2001, Mr. and Mrs. Ahmad Noorbakhsh established a perpetual endowed scholarship program in memory of their son, Mazdak Noorbakhsh. The purpose of this contribution is to establish a scholarship program for students from the Alachua and Bradford County areas who are pursuing a degree at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The purpose was to establish a major perpetual endowed scholarship program for high school students from Alachua and Bradford counties who desire to pursue a career in Nursing or one of the Health Related fields.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Program of Study - Nursing or Health Related
5. Pursuing an A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Nursing Education Scholarship program was established for the purpose of improving the quality of health care education programs and increasing student enrollment in nursing and other health service programs. The local hospitals established this scholarship program in an effort to assist young people in preparing for careers in the Nursing field.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Program of Study - Nursing
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) degree
6. Student must have completed 10 credit hours for the Nursing Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Attorneys Jack Fine, Thomas Farkash and Alan Parlapiano established this major perpetual endowed scholarship program to memorialize the community's remembrance of Charisma and to encourage high school students to pursue the goals of academic excellence and educational endeavors. Charisma attended Williston High School therefore this scholarship will be made available in Charisma's name to outstanding students from Williston High School in Levy County.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Levy County Resident
4. Outstanding Williston High School Graduate
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree
6. Community Service Participant

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Orthopaedic Institute will fund an annual pass-thru scholarship for students who work for the Orthopaedic Institute furthering their education enrolling in Radiography, Surgical Tech or RN programs at Santa Fe College. Funding for each student will be determined by the program of study, required terms to complete the program and the required hours each semester. The funding will include funds for credit hour enrollment, fees and books.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.50 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of Study - Health Related
4. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree or Certificate Program
5. Must be full time in your Program of Study

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The O'Steen Family Scholarship was established in 2005 for students graduating from Santa Fe High School in northern Alachua County. Each year scholarships will be awarded to selected students graduating from Santa Fe High School.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Santa Fe High School Graduate
4. Alachua County Resident
5. Program of Study - General
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In April 2024, Anonymous donors donated $9,000 as a pass thru scholarship to assist first generation students who are Florida residents to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment preferred, part time might be considered in special circumstances
3. Florida residents
4. Program of study - General
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program
6. First generation student who is working

Nonrenewable: One-year scholarship (2 semesters awarded)

This scholarship was established by Mr. and Mrs. Painter and reflects their desire to support the
education of students at Santa Fe College.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Preference given to students enrolled in one of the construction trades
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Amber Peck and John Parker Environmental Science Scholarship will be awarded to students majoring in the area of environmental sciences such as biology, wildlife, ecology, forestry or environmental science.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida Resident
4. Program of Study - Environmental Science, Biology, Wildlife, Ecology, or Forestry
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Nonrenewable, one year scholarship.

Friends and family of Charles Perry established this scholarship to honor the contributions that Mr. Charles Perry made to the construction field. Mr. Perry was a long-time supporter of Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Residents
4. Program of Study - Building Construction
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established in 2010 by Dr. Charles Pinkoson and Mrs. Rainer N. Pinkoson to assist students from Alachua and Bradford Counties attending Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time enrollment
3. Alachua and Bradford Counties
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program
5. Preference given to students in CTE programs

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In May 2019, this scholarship was established by an anonymous donor for students with the greatest needs in Alachua and surrounding counties in pursuit of higher education whether it be an advanced educational degree or vocation.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County and Surrounding Counties
4. Program of study - Student Choice
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, Certificate Program, or Bachelors

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

One of the goals of the Thomas A. Plein Foundation is to support educational institutions specifically to provide financial support for individuals who have demonstrated financial need to attend Santa Fe College and who have demonstrated excellent academic achievement under distressed conditions.

This endowed fund was established to assist students who desire to work in the building construction profession. Students who qualify for this scholarship are students entering one of the Career an Technical Education certificate programs at Santa Fe College or one who is working on their Associate’s degree with plans to transfer to the University of Rinker School of Construction.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida resident
4. Area of Study - CTE Programs
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree with intent to transfer to the University Of Rinker School of construction or certificate

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Thomas A. Plein Scholarship will be awarded to a student attending Santa Fe College who demonstrates excellent academic achievement with financial need.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of Study - General Ed or any program of student's choice
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree
5. Florida Resident
6. Demonstrate financial need
7. Demonstrate excellent academic achievement under distressed conditions

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Santa Fe College Foundation Board of Directors approved this specific scholarship program in 1980 as the result of a major land contribution from Mr. and Mrs. Raymond and Irene Warren of Cross City, Florida. The purpose was to establish a major perpetual endowed scholarship program for handicapped students from Alachua and Bradford counties who desire to attend Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Two recommendation letters (One personal; One professional)
4. Student with a disability
5. Dixie, Gilchrist, Alachua, Bradford, Marion, Levy, or Union County Resident
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Professional Retail Sales Associate Scholarship was established to provide financial assistance to individuals committed to retail as a career.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Student currently employed or entered/reentered the workplace with a desire to make retailing a career
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 2011 the Becky Reddish Memorial Scholarship was established by family and friends from the Starke community. Mrs. Reddish lost her life in an automobile accident in March 2008. Mrs. Reddish faithfully served Bradford County School System for over 34 years.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - General
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The family of Mark M. and Flora Yon Richardson established this scholarship 1991 due to their lifelong commitment to the value of education. The scholarship will be awarded to students from Alachua and Bradford counties who are pursuing a degree from Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County County Resident
4. Preference professional recommendation letter
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Noah Jacob Rodkin Nursing Scholarship program was established by the Rodkin family and friends in memory of the Rodkin's infant son who passed away at birth. The student receiving this award should be in one of the nursing degrees and have a desire to work with labor and delivery or infant care.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of Study - Nursing
4. Florida Resident
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree, or B.S.N (Bachelors in Science in Nursing)

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

December 1997, Sue and Norris Roszel made a generous contribution to create a scholarship program for students from Alachua and Bradford counties. Preference will be given to single students with children and family responsibilities.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Program of Study - Student's choice
5. Preference given to single students with children or other family responsibilities
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Jackson and Layne Sasser made a generous contribution to create a scholarship program for students from Alachua and Bradford counties. Preference will be given to single mothers with children and family responsibilities.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Single mother with children and family responsibilities
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Scarborough Family Scholarship was established in memory of the family's interest in higher education. Preference will be given to students majoring in the insurance field.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida Resident
4. Program of Study - degree/coursework in the Insurance Specialization Program
5. Pursing A.S. (Associate in Science) or enrolled in the three REM courses

REM coursework - One term award

A.S. degree - Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established by Martha C. Webb to honor the memory of William and Edward Schwinn.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Florida Resident
4. Program of Study - Student's choice
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program
6. Financial need will be considered

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established by the Shands AGH Auxiliary in October 2009 for students in Alachua and Bradford Counties who desire to enter any of the health care careers offered at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours)
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of study - Health Related
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) or B.S.N, (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Shands at Starke Auxiliary established a perpetual endowed scholarship program for students from the Bradford County area who are pursuing an Associate in Science or Associate in Arts degree at Santa Fe College in the health related field.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Bradford County High School Graduate or Shands at Starke Hospital Employee
4. Bradford County Resident
5. Program of Study - Health Related
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Shands at University of Florida Auxiliary established this scholarship in January 2008 for a student majoring in nursing or any health related programs at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Program of Study - Nursing or Health Related
5. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Cecil and Christine B. Shannon Automotive Scholarship was created as a result of the Cecil and Christine B. Shannon Trust. The Shannon's moved to Gainesville, Florida in 1956 and were owners of Shannon's Towing and Salvage Yard. This scholarship will assist students in Alachua or Bradford counties pursuing an A.A., A.S. or any certificate program in the Automotive Department.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford County Resident
4. Program of Study - Automotive
5. Pursuing A.A.S. (Associate in Applied Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Florence Smith Nursing Scholarship was established by a private donation from the Florence Smith Estate in October 2007 to provide funding for students entering the nursing program at Santa Fe College. Ms. Smith requested that the scholarship be given to students who desire to obtain a degree in nursing and become a registered nurse.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of Study - Nursing
4. Pursuing A.S. (Associate in Science) or B.S. (Bachelor in Science) degree
5. Desire to pursue a Bachelors Degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1979, the Starke Rotary Club established this scholarship for students in Bradford County. In 1991, the Board of Directors of the Starke Rotary Club voted to dedicate its annual scholarship in honor of Guy Andrews and Tom Slade. The Starke Rotary Club has a long history of cooperation , encouragement and leadership in the area of community services and educational and vocational training opportunities for young people.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Bradford County High School Graduating Senior
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program
5. Letter of recommendation from high school principal

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 1997 Miss Lillian Stump made a contribution to establish a major perpetual endowed scholarship program for students from Bradford County pursuing a career in nursing or other health related field.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Program of Study - Nursing or Health Related
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship program is the result of a major contribution from A. D. Davis WD Charities Inc. (Winn-Dixie) in memory of James and Rena Swick. Mr. Davis was a close friend of the Swick family.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County High School Graduate
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree
5. Preference Santa Fe High School
6. Preference Letter of Recommendation

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Description coming soon.

Criteria:

1. Student must have 3.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of Study - LPN or RN Nursing Programs
4. VA Employee

In 2018, Tom and Susan Spain made a generous contribution to establish The Spain - Keep Your Eye on the Prize Scholarship. The purpose of this gift is to offer scholarships to students at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated or the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford Counties
4. Program of Study - Health & Medical Sciences, Business Admin fields, Trades & Advanced Technology, Engineering
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

These scholarships was formed to help build the bridge between when a veteran starts college and when a veteran receives their GI Bill payment. In 2021, the scholarship name was changed to Veterans Scholarship Program as the need for the 'bridge' is no longer needed with the speediness of the GI bill process.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Student must be a Veteran
4. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

One term award

Apply directly to the Santa Fe College Veterans Office, 352-395-5505 or visit R-101

In 1991 the Village Retirement Home established this pass-through scholarship for students attending Santa Fe College in one of the health related programs.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Program of Study - Nursing
4. Pursuing an A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) degree or Certificate Program

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

In 1991, when one of the College's long-time mathematics instructors, Dr. Bruce P. Walek, passed away, Santa Fe College staff members, family and friends established this scholarship program as a memorial to Dr. Walek. The purpose of this scholarship is to assist high school graduates who have selected teaching as their vocation and plan to begin their college education at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida High School Graduate who intends to become a teacher
4. Program of Study - Teacher/Education
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

Mr. Alfred B.Watson made a generous donation to establish a scholarship program for students in the Bradford County and Keystone Heights - Lake Region area who are pursuing an associate degree at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Three letters of recommendation
3. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
4. Bradford County High School Graduate or Keystone Heights - Lake Region
5. Student must attend Watson Center Campus
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

In 2006, Mr. Alfred B. Watson, Sr. and his children Anges Watson Green and Alfred B. Watson, Jr. established a perpetual endowed scholarship fund program. The purpose of this contribution is to establish a scholarship program for a student at The Florida Youth Challenge Academy who wish to pursue an Associate in Arts or Science degree at Santa Fe College.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Resident of Alachua, Bradford, Clay, Putnam or Union County
4. Preference given to students from the Florida Youth Challenge Academy who receive an Adult High Diploma or GED
5. Student must attend the Watson Center Campus
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship program was established in 1992 by the Watson family. Mr. Watson served as chairman of the original Citizens Advisory Committee for Santa Fe College and was a member of its Board of Trustees until his retirement in 1969. He was closely associated with the establishment and development of Santa Fe College and his major concern was how the college might best serve the needs of the community and its citizens.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua and Bradford County High School Graduate
4. Program of Study - Business
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Wenzel E. Ruth Trust made a generous contribution to establish the Evelyn L. Wenzel Scholarship. The purpose of this fund is to provide financial aid to students who pursue their studies in the field of education.

Criteria

1. Student must have 3.0 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Florida Resident
4. Program of Study - Education
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree
6. Demonstrate excellent academic achievement and financial need

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Jeffrey Mattison Wershow Memorial Scholarship was established in 2003 by the family and friends of Jeffrey Mattison Wershow. Army Sergeant Jeffrey Wershow was 22 years old when he was killed while accompanying U.S. civilian officials on a visit to the campus of Baghdad University.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Must be a Veteran; honorable discharged
4. Florida Resident
5. Detail in essay plans to complete education and future or current leadership role
6. Must have 3 letters of recommendations, including one letter from Santa Fe College VA office
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree or Certificate Program
   
   Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established by Whiting-Turner Construction Company in Tampa in 2020. The scholarship is to assist SF Students Construction Management Program & HVAC/Plumbing/Welding Technical Programs.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 2.5 GPA or higher
2. Florida Resident
3. Full time (12 credit hours)
4. Construction Management Program & HVAC/Plumbing/Welding Technical Programs

Non-renewable scholarship.

*Whiting - Turner Construction company will be the selection committee

The Wiggins family established this scholarship in memory of J. Ardene Wiggins. He supported the Alachua Community through his business, activities, and generosity.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Program of Study - Agriculture or Business Related
5. Preference to Santa Fe High School Graduate
6. Preference to student attending Perry Center Campus
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

This scholarship was established by an anonymous donor to assist a female student entering one of the Construction and Technical Education programs of HVAC, Automotive, Construction Management, Plumbing or Welding who are enrolled full time at Santa Fe College. Funds include full tuition fees, lab fees and books.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 2.0 GPA, High School Diploma, or GED
2. Florida Resident
3. Enrolled in one of the following CTE Programs: 1-HVAC, 3-Automotive, 1-Construction Management, 1-Plumbing, or 1-Welding
4. Female

Special awarding; if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Women of Distinction Alumni have raised funds to establish a scholarship for young women or women re-entering the workforce who desire to continue their education.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua or Bradford Resident
4. Female Student
5. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Rev. Thomas A. Wright and Affie M. Wright Family Scholarship was established as a major perpetual endowed scholarship at Santa Fe College to assist underserved students who reside in multi-family housing developments in East Gainesville. Students selected for this scholarship program will have the desire to attend Santa Fe College and pursue a career in the educational field of their choice.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.0 GPA
2. Full time or part time enrollment (12 credit hours for full time student, part time student will be prorated for the number of hours attending) 6 hours minimum
3. Alachua County Resident
4. Program of Study - Student's Choice
5. Student must live in a multiple housing development
6. Preference to Alachua County High School Senior
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts), A.S. (Associate in Science) Degree, or Certificate Program

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.

The Hung-sen Wu Memorial Scholarship program was established in 1996 by the family and friends to honor Santa Fe College instructor, Dr. Hung-sen Wu.

Criteria

1. Student must have 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Alachua County High School graduate
4. Asian decent
5. Preference will be given to Chinese applicants
6. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Nonrenewable; one year scholarship

The Irene Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship was established by the Gainesville Chapter of the United Nations Association of the USA to honor Irene's memory. The designated program of emphasis includes the Associate in Arts and Associate in Science Degree Programs.

Criteria

1. Student must have a 2.5 GPA
2. Full time (12 credit hours) enrollment
3. Program of study - Preference given to students in 'human service' career
4. Florida Resident
5. U.S. Citizen
6. Woman 26 years old or above
7. Pursuing A.A. (Associate in Arts) or A.S. (Associate in Science) degree

Renewable for one additional year if student meets scholarship minimum criteria.