Whether you’re just graduating high school, returning to finish what you started, or charting a new path, MDC has scholarships designed with you in mind.
From our flagship American Dream Scholarship to hundreds of other award opportunities, we make it possible for you to focus on what really matters: your future.
Students can apply for Miami Dade College scholarships by submitting the FAFSA, visiting the MDC scholarship webpage, selecting the Scholarship Application, answering all required and applicable questions, and submitting the application by the published deadline. A single application can help match students with scholarship opportunities offered by MDC. Some scholarships may request additional information or supporting documents. Students should review application deadlines and eligibility requirements before submitting their application and check their MDC email for updates after applying.
Yes. Eligible students enrolled in MDC Online programs may apply for institutional scholarships offered by Miami Dade College. Scholarship eligibility depends on the specific requirements for each award, not solely on whether courses are taken online. MDC scholarship opportunities may consider factors such as program of study, academic achievement, community service, residency, campus or club involvement, financial need, veteran status, or other criteria. Students should review each scholarship’s criteria to determine which opportunities match their background and enrollment plans.
MDC lists submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as part of the scholarship application process. Some scholarships may consider financial need as part of the selection process, while others may be based on academic achievement, program of study, leadership, community involvement, or additional criteria. Students should review the eligibility requirements for each scholarship to understand what information is needed before they apply.
Yes. Miami Dade College uses a single scholarship application that can help eligible students be considered for matches among 300+ available scholarship opportunities. Depending on the scholarship, students may need to answer additional questions or submit supplemental information. Completing the application carefully and accurately helps ensure students are considered for scholarships for which they may qualify.
Miami Dade College offers scholarship opportunities for new, continuing, returning, and transfer students. Eligibility may be based on academic achievement, financial need, leadership, community involvement, program of study, residency, campus or club involvement, veteran status, or donor-established criteria. The scholarship page also highlights opportunities such as the American Dream Scholarship and other featured awards. Available scholarships and eligibility requirements vary, so students should review the official scholarship listings for current details.
Yes. MDC lists scholarship opportunities for transfer students, and the College provides transfer scholarship resources for students who are completing an Associate in Arts degree and exploring bachelor’s degree options. Eligibility varies by scholarship and may depend on factors such as enrollment status, academic performance, residency, intended program of study, or transfer plans. Transfer students are encouraged to complete the scholarship application and review individual scholarship criteria.
Students should apply as soon as the published scholarship application period opens and submit all required materials before the deadline. Applying early provides additional time to complete any supplemental requirements and address questions that may arise during the application process. Because scholarship dates may change by academic year, students should review the official MDC scholarship page for the current application opening date, deadline, and notification period.
Scholarships may be reviewed as part of a student’s overall financial aid package, and rules can vary by award. Some awards, such as MDC’s American Dream Scholarship, are applied after other available resources are used to cover tuition and fees. Students should review the terms of each scholarship and their financial aid information for the most accurate guidance.
Students should regularly monitor their MDC email account and scholarship portal for updates after submitting an application. Scholarship notification timelines vary depending on the award and review process. MDC’s scholarship instructions tell students to check their email after submitting the Scholarship Application. Students who are selected may receive additional instructions regarding acceptance, enrollment requirements, or award disbursement.
The most up-to-date information about scholarships, eligibility requirements, application periods, and deadlines is available on the MDC Online Scholarships page and the official Miami Dade College scholarship page. Students are encouraged to review these official resources regularly, as scholarship opportunities and requirements may change by academic year. Students can also use the MDC scholarship page to access the Scholarship Application and review featured scholarship opportunities.
Miami Dade College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution which does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, marital status, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, ethnicity, pregnancy, sexual orientation or genetic information. To obtain more information about the College’s equal access and equal opportunity policies, procedures and practices, please contact the College’s Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Cindy Lau Evans, Director, Equal Opportunity Programs/ ADA Coordinator/ Title IX Coordinator, at (305) 237-2577 (Voice) or 711 (Relay Service). 11011 SW 104 St., Room 1102-01; Miami, FL 33176. [email protected]