The list below includes all scholarships at the Foundation, and the criteria or preference for awarding. The list includes scholarships awarded for both the Fall and Spring semesters and/or for the year. If you are a student, please go here to see what scholarships are available during this application round.

If you have questions regarding a specific fund, please contact the Foundation office at 253.7114 or foundation@hccfl.edu. To donate to any of these funds, click here. Annual Scholarships can be established with a donation of $2,000 a year.

 

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AAUW Sun City Center Branch ScholarshipAwarded to mature woman who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and reside in South Hillsborough County. The preference will be given to students who demonstrate financial need.
Allen, Hester & Newlin Scholarship Awarded to Workforce students in the Welding Technology program.
Altamese Brodie ScholarshipAwarded to students attending the Ybor City campus who are majoring in Early Childhood Management. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 and be enrolled in at least 9 credit hours per semester. The scholarship will be awarded to qualified applicants who demonstrate financial need.
Andreas A. PaloumpisAwarded to students pursuing a degree in science: preferably health sciences, aquaculture, biology, chemistry or physics. Awarded to students with a 3.0 minimum GPA who attend full time. Financial need is preferred.
Angela ScholarshipAwarded to a resident of Hillsborough County with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Applicant must have financial need but does not have to be Pell-eligible.
Anthony "Tony" FernandezAwarded for summer scholarships for students in workforce programs. Preference to under-represented populations, students with disabilities.
Associated Credit BureausAwarded to students pursuing an AA or AS degree in a business related field. Preference to applicants representing under-represented populations, students with disabilities. Financial need may be considered.
Bank of America Dream MakersAwarded to first generation students (neither parent earned a baccalaureate degree) and who have financial need. Additional consideration given to students with dependent child(ren).
Barbados Association of Tampa Bay ScholarshipPreference will be given to students pursuing studies in Fire Science or Nursing. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5 and demonstrate financial need.
Bay Area Manufacturers Association ScholarshipAwarded to a full-time student who intends to pursue a career in the manufacturing industry. Applicants must be studying a trade or major in a field that leads to a career in manufacturing. Applicants must maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Beau Schenecker "Infinity + 1" Memorial CulinaryAwarded to students enrolled in HCCs AS Culinary program and who have completed a minimum of 39 credit hours required for program completion with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
Becki Forsell YES! I Can Endowed ScholarshipThis scholarship is awarded to degree-seeking students enrolled at HC for at least 6 credit hours with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Residents of Hillsborough County. Registered with the HC Office of Students with Disabilities. Preference given to students attending the Dale Mabry Campus.
Bertha Saladino MemorialAwarded to a student who attended Brooks Debartolo or any of the 28 public Hillsborough County high schools (not a charter high school). Preference to a student studying Culinary Arts.
Bloomin' Brands Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to a female student pursuing studies in Business or Business Management, or in an area of greatest need. Both Pell Grant recipients and non-Pell students are eligible.
Bloomingdale Volunteer Fire DepartmentAwarded to students currently enrolled at, or admitted to, HC in the Fire Academy or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) programs. Applicants must demonstrate satisfactory academic progress. Preference will be given to students residing in Hillsborough County east of Route 75 and south of Interstate 4. The scholarship is renewable in subsequent semesters if the student continues to demonstrate academic success.
Bob and Liana Fernandez Fox Endowment for Students in STEM ScholarshipAwarded to Dale Mabry Campus students pursuing studies in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. Financial need may be considered.
Bob Samuels Salute to VeteransAwarded to veterans or members of a veteran's family with a GPA of 2.5 or above. Financial need may be considered.
Bonna HaganAwarded to students with financial need and who have a minimum GPA of 3.0.
Bonna Hagan STEM ScholarshipAwarded to Dale Mabry Campus students pursuing studies in STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. Financial need may be considered.
Brandon General ScholarshipAwarded to students who demonstrated financial need and are enrolled at the Brandon Campus.
Bright House Networks Comm TechAwarded to students majoring in communications/technology and have a minimum 2.5 GPA, attend full time and have financial need.
Butterfly ScholarshipAwarded to a student studying Culinary Arts/Culinary Management, Hospitality & Tourism Management or Restaurant Management. Financial need preferred.
Caira MemorialAwarded to students enrolled in HCCs EMS or Paramedic program and who have financial need.
Caroline Neilson Plant City ScholarshipAwarded to students who are graduates of any Plant City high school.
Carrollwood Business and Professional Women's Association ScholarshipAwarded to students who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0, have successfully completed at least one semester of study, and demonstrate financial need.
Carrollwood Rotary Annual ScholarshipAwarded to honorably discharged veterans who reside in Hillsborough County and are enrolling in the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate or Entrepreneurship degree program. Financial need may be taken into consideration.
Carrollwood Rotary Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to students who have a minimum 2.5 GPA, have successfully completed at least 1 semester, attend full time and have financial need.
Cathy Zaccari Memorial Nursing (Annual)Awarded to students accepted into the Nursing program who are working while attending HCC and who have financial need.
Cathy Zaccari Memorial Nursing Endowment ScholarshipThis financial need-based scholarship will be awarded to students accepted into the Nursing program who are working while attending HC.
Cigna Hispanics in Healthcare ScholarshipAwarded to a student pursuing Nursing or another Health Sciences program. Preference will be given to applicants demonstrate financial need.
CEO Council of Tampa BayAwarded to an honorably discharged veteran enrolling in the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate or Entrepreneurship degree program who is a resident of Hillsborough County. Financial need may be considered.
Computer Science for Women ScholarshipAwarded to women pursuing studies in computer-related fields who demonstrate financial need.
Cruise Industry Charitable FoundationAwarded to students pursuing culinary management, hospitality and tourism management or restaurant management with financial need.
CyberPEERs ScholarshipAwarded to students enrolled in Information Security AS degrees at Hillsborough Community College. It is open to all US residents who are eligible for Pell assistance and enrolled in one of the following degree programs: Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Operations, Digital Forensics, Enterprise Network & Cloud Computing and Network Security. To apply click here: CLICK HERE
Dale Mabry GeneralAwarded to students attending the Dale Mabry campus with financial need.
Dawn and Stephen C. Shear STEMAwarded to a student at the Dale Mabry campus studying in a STEM field.
Delia SanchezAwarded to a student attending the Ybor campus with a minimum 2.5 GPA and who has completed at least 9 credit hours at HCC.
Diane Rosas LlaugetAwarded to students who work full time and attend HCC part time and who have completed at least 6 credit hours, with a minimum 3.0 GPA and financial need.
Distinguished AlumnusAwarded to a student with financial need.
Don and Kathy Vore Scholarship (Annual)Awarded to HCC Southshore students pursuing a STEM related degree. A minimum GPA of 2.5 and financial need required.
Don and Kathy Vore STEM Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to South Shore students pursuing STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0. Financial need may be considered.
Donald and Helen Gilbart Endowed ScholarshipEstablished by Don and Helen Gilbart, this scholarship is awarded to a full-time Dale Mabry Campus student who has completed one year with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher after their second semester. Eligible students must be seeking a degree in Behavioral Science (anthropology, sociology, or psychology).
Dorothy Worden RonkenAwarded to students planning to pursue math and preferably with an interest in teaching. Students must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, attend full time and have financial need.
Dr. Adrienne Garcia Scholarship HSI Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to a student who demonstrates financial need.
Dr. Allen & Mercedes Witt Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to currently enrolled students at HC who maintain satisfactory academic standing, with a minimum GPA of 2.0, and demonstrate financial need. Eligibility is restricted to degree-seeking students.
Dr. Cynthia Hawkins ScholarshipAwarded to a full-time student currently enrolled at HC pursuing an Associate in Arts (AA) degree, who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and completed at least 15 credit hours. Preference will be given to students attending the Dale Mabry Campus.
Dr. Dolores J. Wells MemorialAwarded to a student with financial need and who demonstrates satisfactory academic progress.
Dr. Gwendolyn and Steve StephensonAwarded to students with financial need.
Dr. John F. Miller III Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to currently enrolled students at HC who maintain satisfactory academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.0 and demonstrate financial need. Eligibility is limited to degree-seeking students.
Dr. Leo Diaz ScholarshipAwarded to students pursuing a degree in Education, Nursing, or Business, who maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5, demonstrate financial need, and have completed at least 9 credit hours at HC.
Dr. Lois Hurston Gaston Honorary ScholarshipAwarded to students with an interest in Film, Digital Television, Media Production, or Motion Media, who maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5. Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate financial need.
Dr. Phillip Benjamin AITF ScholarshipAwarded to students who demonstrate financial need and maintain satisfactory academic progress. Consideration may be given to first-generation students and those who meet GPA criteria. The Foundation will award scholarships totaling $1,000 ($500 per semester).
Dr. Sylvia Marion CarleyAwarded to a student pursuing sociology or a related field, has financial need, a minimum 3.0 GPA and who intends to transfer to a 4-year college or university upon graduation from HCC.
Drs. Kiran and Palavi Patel ScholarshipAwarded to currently enrolled students at HC who maintain satisfactory academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.0 and demonstrate financial need. Eligibility is limited to degree-seeking students.
Ed DeBusk - Tampa Bay Federal Credit UnionAwarded to students pursuing business degrees with a minimum 2.75 GPA, attend full time, have financial need and with an interest in the credit union movement. Preference to members of TBFCU.
Eichenholtz Family Nursing ScholarshipAwarded to a second-year Nursing students, who maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 and demonstrate financial need.
Eric & Gina Bailey Endowed ScholarshipAwarded to currently enrolled student at HC, who maintains satisfactory academic standing with a minimum GPA of 2.0 and demonstrate financial need. Eligibility is restricted to degree-seeking students.
Father Richard Cressman S.D.B.Preference for this award will be given to graduates of Cristo Rey High School in Tampa, FL or alternatively, to graduates of any Cristo Rey Network school.
FE EducationalAwarded to a student in a workforce training program. Need may be considered and preference to a student who is employed.
Florida Blue, Nursing & Allied HealthAwarded to students in nursing or allied health programs, who are Florida residents and who have financial need.
Gabriel (Gabe) Eduardo SanchezAwarded to a student enrolled in or admitted to the Culinary program. Preference may be given to applicants from under-represented groups, students with disabilities. Need may be considered.
Gabrielle Smith Morley MemorialAwarded to students who have been accepted in HCCs Nursing program and have financial need.
Gale Healthcare Solutions Nursing ScholarshipAwarded to nursing students accepted into the Bachelor's of Science program.
Gary Nix MemorialAwarded to alumni of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay.
Gatliff NursingAwarded to students attending the Plant City campus who have been accepted into HCCs Nursing program, are at least 25 years of age and have financial need.
GEICO Annual ScholarshipAwarded to Workforce students.
GeneralThe Foundation will provide scholarships in the amount of $1,000 ($500/semester) to students with financial need and satisfactory academic progress. Students who are first generation and GPA may be considered.
Golden-Ambrioso FamilyAwarded to a student seeking a VOC degree in automotive services or automotive collision. .
Hawk Run Students will be awarded with financial need and satisfactory academic progress. Students who are first generation and GPA are considered.  Student must be a current active member of the AMSA Pre-Health Chapter.
Helios Education Foundation First GenerationStudents will be awarded with financial need and satisfactory academic progress. Students who are first generation and GPA are considered.  Student must be a current active member of the AMSA Pre-Health Chapter.
Hieronymous FoundationAwarded to students pursuing Criminology, Criminal Justice or related degree.
Hubbard-Williams MemorialAwarded to a student who has been admitted to HCCs Nursing program, will attend the Plant City campus, has a minimum 2.5 GPA, has financial need and some health-related work experience.
International StudentAwarded to students studying at HCC on an F-1 Visa who have completed at least 12 credit hours at HCC and who have a minimum GPA of 3.0. Preference for students who are active on campus. Up to 3 awards will be made: 2 @ $1,000 and 1 @ $750.
James C. Atwater MemorialAwarded to students with financial need.
James DeFronzo Memorial Endowed ScholarshipThis scholarship is awarded to a full-time Dale Mabry Campus student who has completed at least 12 credit hours with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0. Eligible students must be declared majors in either sociology or psychology and have successfully completed at least one course in their discipline with a grade of “B” or higher. Recipients must also be willing to take (or have already taken) at least one course in the alternate discipline, for example, a sociology course if you are in the psychology pathway.
Janet Cruz HonoraryAwarded to a student with financial need and who is a first generation student. Renewable for students who maintain a 3.0 GPA minimum.
Jeffery Thompson MemorialPreference in awarding to students with permanent physical disabilities, but other permanent disabilities may be considered and must be receiving services from HCCs Office for Students with Disabilities. Financial need may be considered.
Joseph MichalAwarded to students pursuing an AS degree in Architectural Design & Construction Technology with a 2.75 minimum GPA and 15 credit hours completed in the program.
Joseph KitchensAwarded to students who are currently enrolled at or admitted to Plant City Campus, completed 12 credit hours, maintain a 3.0 GPA and pursing a STEM related field but not required.
Justin DanielAwarded by the Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program to a student for international travel.
Khumari Barakzai STEMAwarded to a student at the Dale Mabry campus studying in a STEM field.
La Societe Des 40 Hommes et 8 Chevaux, Locale 199Awarded to students who have been accepted in HCCs Nursing program and have financial need.
Lono EAPAwarded to students who will be in Level 5 or Level 6 of the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) program at HCC during the scholarship period and who have financial need.
Lucille E. Griffin MemorialAwarded to a student attending the Plant City campus who has been accepted into HCCs Nursing program and has financial need.
Mahshid HassaniAwarded to a student with a minimum GPA of 2.5 with nine (9) completed credits and who has completed one math course at HCC. Preference to a student to be enrolled in a general education math course. Financial need may be considered.
Marc C. Borchers Memorial BusinessAwarded to a student pursuing an area of business. Financial need preferred.
Marchner FamilyThis award will be given to a student residing in Plant City enrolled in an AA/AS BSN or workforce certification program with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.
The Modlin ScholarshipThis award will be given to students who are enrolled at HCC in the second year of the General Sonography Program. Student GPA must be 2.5 or higher. Preference given to students with financial need.
McCarthy Family ScholarshipAwarded to single parents aged 25 or older who are registered at HC for a minimum of 12 credit hours, preferably at the SouthShore campus, and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.5, in good academic standing.
Microsoft Computer Science ScholarshipAwarded to students enrolled in Computer Science. Preference will be given to those who attending the Dale Mabry Campus.
Myrtle Phillips BakerAwarded to students who have been accepted in HCCs Nursing program, have financial need, are US citizens, residents of Hillsborough County and have demonstrated community service.
Nielsen Foundation STEMAwarded to students pursuing the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
P.C. Patel FamilyA preference to students with financial need and satisfactory academic progress.
P.C. Patel STEMAwarded to a student at the Dale Mabry campus studying in a STEM field.
Patel FamilyAwarded to students studying Veterinary Technology, Psychology, or Business and Finance.
Patricia and Michael JonesAwarded to a student with a 3.0 minimum GPA, with financial need and who is studying one of the following: Business, Engineering or Information Technology.
Patrick Sherman Brathwaite, J.D. ScholarshipThe Patrick Sherman Brathwaite, J.D. Scholarship honors Patrick’s legacy of academic excellence and commitment to learning. It is awarded by the Dr. Lydia R. Daniel Honors Program to support students who demonstrate exceptional dedication to their education and professional growth.
Pepin Distributing HospitalityAwarded to students pursuing a hospitality degree with financial need.
Peter Arevalo MemorialAwarded to students pursuing environmental studies with a minimum 3.0 GPA and who have completed at least 12 credit hours. It is intended for the study of the outdoors through exploration and research.
Plant City General ScholarshipGeneral scholarship for Plant City campus students with financial need.
Pogoda FamilyAwarded to a student with a documented learning disability and satisfactory academic progress. Preference to a student enrolled at the SouthShore campus. Financial need may be considered. Renewable.
Pohto Migrant WorkerAwarded to a student whose family is in migrant agricultural work and who has financial need.
Raymond R. Rocha STEMAwarded to a student at the Dale Mabry campus studying in a STEM field.
Roland Manteiga MemorialAwarded to students pursuing mass communications, political science or journalism with a 2.5 minimum GPA who have completed at least 12 credit hours, attend full time with a preference to Hispanic students.
Rotary Anns' Joe Diaz CulinaryAwarded to a student enrolled in the Culinary Program with a minimum GPA of 2.5 and financial need. Preference to a female student.
Rotary Club of Ybor City Founders Harry Tropp and Manual LopezAwarded to a student enrolled at the Ybor City campus pursuing an AA degree with the intention of transferring to USF and who has financial need.
Rotary Club of Ybor City FoundersAwarded to a student enrolled at the Ybor City campus pursuing an AA degree with the intention of transferring to USF and who has financial need.
Ruth V. LoechlerAwarded to students pursuing a degree in English or Humanities who are 1st year students. Renewable.
Saul and Lee Rachelson FoundationAwarded to student who is Pell Eligible with a minimum GPA of 2.50, with Financial Need.
Skanska / Brandon CampusAwarded to students attending the Brandon campus with financial need.
Skanska USAAwarded to students pursuing construction technology or architecture and who have financial need.
South Florida Baptist HospitalAwarded to students accepted into HCCs Nursing program who maintain a 3.0 GPA. Financial need may be considered.
Sun Towers Residents' Good SamaritanAwarded to a student who is an employee of Sun Towers Retirement Community. Must have satisfactory academic progress.
Suncoast Credit UnionAwarded to students who have demonstrated leadership abilities, scholastic achievement and who have financial need. Preference may be given to under-represented populations or students with disabilities.
The Next StepAwarded to a student in a Health Sciences program with a minimum GPA of 3.0 and who are first generation college students. Financial need may be considered.
Thomas & Belinda Huggins STEMAwarded to a student at the Dale Mabry campus studying in a STEM field.
Thomas M. O'Neil MemorialAwarded to a Dale Mabry campus student accepted in the nursing program who has financial need.
Tools of the Trade CFTBAwarded to Workforce students, enrolled in a technical program.
Trey Curry FoundationAwarded to a student with a confirmed learning disability or ADD with financial need.
Trinkle FamilyAwarded to students attending the Plant City campus who work as laborers in agriculture or whose parent(s) work as laborers in agriculture, and who reside in East Hillsborough County and have financial need. Renewable.
Urban League Nearly DoneDegree seeking student with 10 or less credit hours to graduate, with a minimum of 2.0 GPA. Cannot be registered for Spring 2021.
Veterans EntrepreneurialAwarded to veterans and active-duty military personnel or the spouse or child of a veteran or active-duty personnel enrolled in HCCs Entrepreneurship and Innovation Certificate program or Entrepreneurship Degree program.
Visit Tampa BayAwarded to students pursuing Hospitality and Tourism Management, who completed Hillsborough County Schools Academy of Travel and Tourism and have financial need.