Application requirements are as follows:

1. Application materials must be submitted by the DEADLINE of Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:59 PM, by submitting this online application (NO EXCEPTIONS) 
2. Applicants must be first- or second-generation Jamaican-American female high school seniors, Florida residents, attending a Florida high school, and planning to enroll in college in a fall 2027 undergraduate program. Determine your eligibility: https://jis.gov.jm/information/faqs/applying-for-jamaican-citizenship/. 
3. Applicants must have a 3.0 cumulative GPA as evidenced on a transcript from their school counseling department, inclusive of freshman through the first quarter of senior year. 
4. Applicants must compose an essay (minimum 800 – maximum 1000 words). Prompt: Reflect on the influence of a Jamaican woman (e.g., mother, grandmother, mentor) and how her strength inspires you.
5. Each applicant must provide proof of commitment as a volunteer in community projects. (At least 40 hours minimum)
6. Two letters of recommendation are to be included. One must be from a teacher, school counselor/director, or administrator. Letters must be submitted on the organization's letterhead and include contact information for the person providing the recommendation.
7. All application materials must include the applicant’s contact information (name/date of birth/address/telephone/email address) 
8. Applicants shall submit a 30-60 second video introducing themselves, what inspires them, and how the JWOF Scholarship will help achieve their educational and career goals while making a positive impact in your community.

NOTE: TO ACCEPT THE AWARD, the scholarship recipient is expected to be in attendance at the Jamaican Women of Florida’s Annual Women Empowerment Luncheon on February 27, 2027. 

If you have questions about the application process, please contact the Scholarship Committee at scholarships@jwoflorida.org. 

The Jamaican Women of Florida reserves the right to request proof of Jamaican heritage in order to establish eligibility for its annual Scholarship.

Please DO NOT submit the application form until you are comfortable that you have met all the requirements and completed your application. 

NOTE: You may return to the application as many times as you wish until you are ready to submit the completed application.

Enter essay (Minimum 900 words, maximum 1,200 words. You may copy and paste from Microsoft Word or another document.

PLEASE DO NOT Submit until you are absolutely sure that you have completed the application. You may save and return to the application as often as you wish before final submission.