Florida Power & Light Company is expanding scholarship opportunities for high school seniors passionate about STEM. The company is now offering three scholarships: two $20,000 awards for students who participated in FIRST, VEX, or B.E.S.T robotics programs and one $5,000 scholarship for a student involved in Drones in School.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re thrilled to expand our scholarship programs for eligible high school seniors,\u201d said Kate Cotner, FPL director of community engagement. \u201cRobotics and drones offer fantastic opportunities for students to build critical skills in problem-solving, teamwork and innovation-all essential in today\u2019s fast-changing world. By supporting these programs, we\u2019re investing in the future and empowering the next generation of STEM leaders.\u201d<\/p>\n
FPL offers this unique opportunity to three deserving high school seniors. These scholarships will support the recipients in pursuing higher education in a STEM-related field, ensuring they receive the necessary resources to succeed in their academic journey.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u201cThis scholarship was extremely beneficial for both myself and my family,\u201d said Umair Kazi, the 2025 recipient of FPL\u2019s Robotics Scholarship. \u201cIt allowed me to attend Georgia Tech out of state, which I absolutely love. I\u2019m very grateful.\u201d<\/p>\n
FPL\u2019s Robotics and Drones in School scholarship applications are open to all public and private high school seniors across FPL\u2019s service area.<\/p>\n
Robotics Scholarship Eligibility:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must have participated in the FIRST, B.E.S.T or VEX robotics program for a minimum of two years and must have completed within the last two years.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Plan to enroll in full-time undergraduate study at an accredited two-year or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school for the entire 2026-2027 academic year.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must pursue a degree in engineering, information management or other approved STEM related program.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must be in good standing with their robotics club and provide a letter of recommendation from the robotics coach or teacher.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\u2022 Have a minimum weighted grade point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or its equivalent).<\/p>\n
Drones in School Scholarship Eligibility:<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must have participated in the \u201cDrones in Schools\u201d program for a minimum of two years, with the completion occurring within the last two years.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Plan to enroll in a post-secondary vocational, technical, trade school program or 2-4-year college\/university for the entire 2026-27 academic year.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Pursue a degree, license, or certification in aviation, trade, or vocation.<\/p>\n
\u2022 Must be in good standing with their drone club and provide a letter of recommendation from the drone coach or teacher.<\/p>\n
\u2022 No minimum GPA required.<\/p>\n
Interested students can submit applications at\u00a0FPL.com\/Education<\/a>\u00a0under STEM Grants and Scholarships. The application period is now open and closes April 13, 2026.<\/p>\n