An affiliate of the University of Florida Alumni Association representing the Gator Nation in Greater Orlando
 

Our Scholarships

The Central Florida Gator Club is proud to continue our Educational Scholarship Program to recognize deserving students from the Central Florida region (Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties) who have been accepted to the University of Florida. Our goal is to identify the most deserving students from the region who demonstrate academic success, leadership and involvement in our community. Learn more, by emailing us at scholarship@cfgators.com.

 

$3,000

UFAA Members

(1) $3,000 scholarships for graduating seniors whose parent(s) or themselves are members of the UFAA at the time of application submission.

 

$14,000

GRADUATING SENIORS

(7) $2,000 scholarships will be awarded to exemplary high school seniors in our community who will be attending the University of Florida.

 

$25,000+

Goal FOR 2026 Scholarships

We have set an ambitious fundraising goal. So please consider supporting us however you can, and remember, everyone can afford at least 2 Bits!

 

Application Checklist - Deadline April 30

All materials must be submitted for your application to be considered

  • Completed Application

  • Once you complete the application form using the link below, you will receive a Google Drive link to upload the following:

    • Proof of acceptance to the University of Florida, including UF ID#

    • An official copy of your high school transcript

    • Proof of SAT and/or ACT scores

    • One letter of recommendation from a faculty member of your school

    • One letter of recommendation from someone outside your school

    • Essay - As concisely as possible respond to the following topics (limit 1000 words)

      • Why you selected the University of Florida

      • Your goals and plans to achieve them

      • Why you are a good candidate for our scholarship

 
 

Our Mission

"Our mission is to support exclusively the University of Florida’s mission of teaching, research and service as determined by the University of Florida Board of Trustees by fostering and enhancing the relationship between the University of Florida and its alumni, students, and friends."

— Central Florida Gator Club