The application process includes a 500-word essay, two letters of reference, one character and one from an academic instructor and transcript from the current or most-recent institutions attended.
The FGBC Scholarship Committee reviews academic records, financial need and application requirements including acceptance to or continued study in a program at a higher education institution.
The scholarship program supports the FGBC mission to lead and promote sustainability with environmental, economic, and social benefits through regional education and certification programs.
Additional Information on the scholarship
To qualify the applicant must be:
- A citizen or legal resident of the United States and a resident of Florida
- Currently attending a Florida public or private college or university
- Planning to study an aspect of sustainability in the built environment
- Entering their junior, senior year, or a graduate program
- Acceptance into a qualifying trade school
Applicant must include in their submittal:
- A narrative that details their educational background, summary of academic interests and achievements, educational and personal goals in the sustainability field, their specific field of interest and other pertinent information. The letter should not exceed 500 words. You may include attachments
- Two letters of reference, one character and one from an academic instructor must be included with the application
- Course transcript from current or most-recent institution attended. Mature students may contact the chairperson to determine previous grades history.
Selection Criteria
Upon receipt of the completed application, the FGBC scholarship committee will review and choose the scholarship recipients. Scholarships are awarded solely at the discretion of members of the FGBC scholarship committee based on the merit of the applications submitted.
Selection of the scholarship is based on:
- Academic record –3.0 GPA (unweighted) or higher
- Financial need
- Acceptance to or continued study in a program at a higher education institution
- Commitment to a career in sustainability, green building design or construction
- An interview with the scholarship committee
How to Apply
To apply for an FGBC scholarship, please submit the official FGBC Scholarship Application along with any letters of recommendation available. Also, include the items mentioned previously. Download the Application
- A narrative that details their educational background, summary of academic interests and achievements, educational and personal goals in the sustainability field, their specific field of interest and other pertinent information. The letter should not exceed 500 words. You may include attachments.
- Two letters of reference, one character and one from an academic instructor must be included with the application
- Course transcript from current or most-recent institution attended. Mature students may contact the chairperson to determine previous grades history.
Application must be submitted electronically to C. J. Davila, Executive Director, Florida Green Building Coalition with the subject line “2023 FGBC Sustainability Award Application” by Spring 2023 (date TBA).
Recipient Awards
Scholarship winners will be announced in May 2022. Funds will be distributed to the institution’s financial aid office once announced.
Scholarship recipients will be invited to attend the Florida Green Building Coalition’s Annual Meeting to receive the official award and acknowledgment by industry professionals. Each award recipient will also receive a complimentary membership for one year. Membership will allow the student to participate in industry specific committee meetings.
Please follow all instructions on the cover page. If you have questions, please contact FGBC by email at info@floridagreenbuilding.org or by telephone at 407-777-4914.
