Florida PEP Scholarship 2025–26 Award Amounts (By County)
Florida PEP scholarship 2025 26 award amounts run from $7,613 to $11,950 per student, depending on your county and grade band. Here’s how to verify your exact number and what the funds can pay for.
Section 01What Florida PEP pays in 2025–26, how to verify your county amount, and what you can use the funds for
Florida PEP scholarship 2025 26 award amounts range from $7,613 to $11,950 per student, depending on your county and grade band. Monroe County sits near the top at $11,950, while several counties are closer to $7,600. The official figures are published by Step Up For Students.
This is not a flat statewide number. It varies by location.
Section 02Quick snapshot
- Lowest counties: around $7,613
- Highest counties: up to $11,950
- Varies by grade band
- Managed by Step Up For Students
Section 03How to find your exact county amount
Download the official 2025–26 award chart directly from Step Up For Students. Open the PDF and press CTRL+F. Type your county name.
Check the correct grade band column carefully. Elementary and high school bands may differ.
Always confirm you are viewing the 2025–26 file here: official award amounts PDF.
Section 04What is Florida PEP?
PEP is an education savings account. It’s state education money you control for approved learning expenses.
You apply through Step Up For Students. Once approved, funds are deposited into your scholarship account.
If you’re comparing funding options in other states, you can browse more breakdowns in our Homeschool Funding Articles section.
Section 05What can PEP funds cover?
Approved expenses typically include:
- Curriculum and textbooks
- Instructional materials
- Tutoring services
- Standardized testing fees
- Approved education vendors
Spending categories may include caps. Review the official documentation before purchasing.
If tutoring is part of your plan, schedule placement early so you’re not scrambling mid-semester. You can request one here: Book a 30-Minute Assessment.
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Section 06Eligibility basics
PEP has enrollment limits and participation requirements. It is not automatic.
Application windows and program rules are listed on the official program site.
Section 07How families avoid overspending
Start with core subjects first.
Then add enrichment.
Keep digital copies of receipts. Reimbursements require documentation.
The funding difference between $7,600 and $11,900 is significant. Plan accordingly.
Book placement early so a certified teacher is ready when the semester starts.
Book a 30-Minute Assessment →
Section 08FAQ
Always verify your county amount directly on the official Step Up For Students website before committing funds.
Know your child’s French or Spanish level before planning PEP spending
One of Inspire’s certified teachers assesses comprehension, vocabulary and speaking in a focused 30-minute session, then sends you a written level report within 48 hours.
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✓ Verified June 2026
Step Up For Students ·
Official 2025–26 award amounts PDF.
Amounts reflect the 2025–26 published figures and change annually.
