First Generation Matching Grant Program
Forecasted
The First Generation Matching Grant Program helps first-generation Florida undergraduates overcome financial barriers to college, supporting their academic success through need-based aid.
Funder: Florida Department of Education Office of Student Financial Assistance
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Institutional application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award amounts determined by participating institutions; need-based, renewable, and varies by student and institution.
Summary: Supports first-generation Florida undergraduates with demonstrated financial need at eligible public institutions.
Description
The First Generation Matching Grant Program is a need-based initiative administered by the Florida Department of Education Office of Student Financial Assistance. It is designed to assist undergraduate students who are the first in their families to attend college, helping them overcome financial barriers to higher education. Eligible students must be Florida residents, demonstrate substantial financial need, and be enrolled at a participating state university or public state college. The program is administered by each participating institution, which determines specific application procedures, eligibility, and award amounts.
