The South Florida Fair & Palm Beach County Expositions, Inc. is proud to annually award over $80,000 in scholarships to students who have exhibited a desire to further their education. Our purpose is to encourage young people, who might not otherwise have an opportunity, to pursue further education through an accredited college, university or trade school.

• The applicant must have completed their junior year in high school, be a permanent resident of Florida, and reside in one of the following counties: Broward, Hendry, Martin, Okeechobee, or Palm Beach.
• Additional credit will be given if the applicant is, or has been, a participant in the South Florida Fair’s activities. Activities may consist of judging events, exhibits, livestock and agriculture activities, volunteering, or any other fair-related activity.
• Membership in 4-H or FFA is NOT required.
• The awards will be presented during the annual South Florida Fair in January.
• The scholarship must be used at, and must be paid to, an accredited college, university, or trade school. It will not be paid to the applicant.
• The selection committee requires a personal interview with the applicant. If considered, you will be notified by November 22.
• Advertising and promotional agencies, sponsors, Trustees, Directors, staff of the South Florida Fair and their relatives, are ineligible to apply.
• An essay is required. Those who do not complete the essay will not be eligible for a scholarship. "What are your specific educational plans, career goals and why? What inspires you to achieve them? On your college or trade school application, what will make you stand out differently from your peers?" (200 words or less).
• Two letters of recommendation are required.
• High School Transcript is required.