Who Can Apply:
• Fully admitted undergraduate degree-seeking student
• Undergraduate students must have a minimum 3.0
• Student must be enrolled FULL-time (12 credits) at the time of disbursement (Fall 2026 and Spring 2027)
• Must be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Submission of a typed personal statement (double-spaced, two-page maximum) that describes your career/professional ambitions. (Will be taken from the General Application)
• Submission of (1) letter of recommendation on professional letterhead. Letter MUST be from a teacher, professor, academic counselor or advisor who can attest to student’s academic potential, leadership qualities, and/or community service.
Submission:
- Please request a letter of recommendation. Letter MUST be from a teacher, professor, academic counselor or advisor who can attest to student’s academic potential, leadership qualities, and/or community service.
- Miami Bayside Foundation-Open to residents of the City of Miami. Please provide a personal statement demonstrating your interest in business, leadership and/or entrepreneurship.
Deadline: August 15, 2026
Amount: $1,000
Learn More: https://fiu.academicworks.com/opportunities/22529

