Central Florida Fair 2026 Scholarship Application Form

CFF Scholarship Application Form

Application Deadline - January 31, 2026
The Board of Directors of the Central Florida Fair will award three (3) $2,000 college scholarships to the qualifying graduating high school seniors who best exemplify their support of the Central Florida Fair, their personal initiative in extra-curricular activities, and their own personal attributes that will ensure their success in the arena of higher education. The purpose of the scholarship is to encourage young people to pursue a college education who might not otherwise have an opportunity. Applicants must be or have been participants in the Central Florida Fair to qualify. Official High School Transcripts must be received no later than January 31, 2026. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

1. Applicant must be a high school senior who resides in Orange, Osceola, Lake, Brevard, Seminole, or Volusia County.

2. The applicant must be or have been a participant in the Central Florida Fair. He/she may participate in judging events, exhibits, entertainment, volunteering, or any other activity of the Fair deemed sufficient by the Scholarship Committee.

3. Children of Central Florida Fair employees or directors are not eligible.

4. The scholarship must be used at an approved institution of higher education.

5. The award will be presented at an official activity at the Central Florida Fair.

6. Membership in 4-H or FFA is NOT required.

7. The Scholarship Committee may require a personal interview with the applicant.

8. Applicant must show that he/she has passed the FCAT exam or met all requirements for high school graduation.

9. Applicant must upload or arrange for direct submission of three letters of reference.

10. Scoring – The Committee will use a 100-point system, as follows:

a. Personal data……………………………………………....15 points

b. Degree of Fair participation……………………….…35 points

c. Essay No. 1 – “Why I would like to win this scholarship”

(300 words or less)…...……………………………….…...20 points

d. Essay No. 2 – “What the Central Florida Fair means to me” or “How the Central Florida Fair has impacted my life and my future plans.” (300-500 words)………………………..30 points

TOTAL: 100 points
I have Read and Understand the instructions above.*

Yes, I have
All correspondence and award agreements will be generated from the personal information submitted below. So, please use proper spelling, capitalization, and punctuation.
I. Personal Data:

Tell us about yourself
Full Name*

First NameLast Name
Birthdate:*

MonthDayYear
Mobile No. :*

Area CodePhone Number
E-mail :*
Where the confirmation will be send to
Home Address :*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip CodeCountry
Gender:*

MaleFemale
Are you a US citizen?*

YesNo
Upload a photo of yourself*

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Parent/ Guardian Information
Parent Name*
Contact Number*
Occupation*
Parent Name
Contact Number
Occupation
Are you a first generation college student ?*

Yes, I am the first among my parents or grandparents to attend college.No, either my parents or grandparents have attended college.
High School Information:
Are you or will you be a 2026 high school graduate?*

YesNo
High School Attended:*
Most recent cumulative GPA:*
High School activities & Honors Received:*
Community Activities & Volunteer Work*
Work Experience*
College Information
College You plan to attend*
College Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Major Area of Study:*
Please indicate what is your major are of study
What is your Career Objective:*

0/300
Have you submitted an application for admission?*

YesNo
Have you heard from the college?*

Yes, I got AcceptedYes, I was WaitlistedYes, I was deniedNo
How do you plan to finance the balance of your educational expense?*
Have you received a college scholarship?*

YesNo
Will you be working while attending School?*

YesNo
If so, will you work:*

Full-timePart-timeOther
ACT/ SAT/ CPT Information & Graduation Requirements:
Year you took the ACT/SAT/CPT:*
ACT/SAT/CPT composite (overall) score?*
Please upload Official Verification of ACT/SAT/CPT scores*

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Please Mail Official High School Transcripts to the address below. ALL Transcripts & supporting documents MUST be received by January 31, 2026.

Central Florida Fair

C/O Scholarship Committee

4603 W Colonial Drive

Orlando, FL 32808
Letters of Recommendation

Please Upload or arrange for direct submission of three letters of reference. List the names of those three people below
Reference Letter 1*

First NameLast Name
Reference Letter 1

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Reference Letter 2*

First NameLast Name
Reference Letter 2

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Reference Letter 3*

First NameLast Name
Reference Letter 3

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Essay Submission
Your essay should be 300-500 words.

"Why I Would like to win the Central Florida Fair Scholarship"
Essay:*

0/500
Essay # 2

Your essay should be 300-500 words.
Essay Topic*

"What the Central Florida Fair Means to Me""How the Central Florida Fair has impacted my life and my future plans"
Essay:*

0/500
Degree of Participation
Please List all Participation (Activities & Awards) in the Central Florida Fair with year. IE) Market Swine Senior Showmanship Champion- 2024*
Applicant's E-Signature
By signing (typing your legal name) in the space below, you are certifying that all information is correct and that you are the person completing this application. When you press the submit button, you will receive an email confirmation that your application was received. Please print for your records and retain as verification of your application.
E-Signature:*
The Central Florida Fair is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education. The College does not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or any other protected class.
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CFF Scholarship Application Form

I. Personal Data:

Parent/ Guardian Information

High School Information:

College Information

ACT/ SAT/ CPT Information & Graduation Requirements:

Letters of Recommendation

Essay Submission

Degree of Participation

Applicant's E-Signature