Last verified: October 2026
How does a Broward family start the Hope Scholarship?
The parent reports the incident to the principal, the district must tell the family about the Hope Scholarship option, and the family applies through Step Up.
How much is the Hope Scholarship in Broward?
A Hope award is set by the same county and grade-band table as the Private School Scholarship, so in Broward it runs $7,701 to $8,494.
How fast can a Broward family find a seat?
Participating schools are all listed in the directory, and an advisor can help with a mid-year move.
How does the Hope Scholarship differ from the standard award in Broward?
The Hope Scholarship starts with a reported incident at a public school, while the standard award is open to any Florida K-12 student.
| Hope | Standard award | |
|---|---|---|
| Trigger | A reported incident in public school | Any Florida K-12 student |
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What should a Broward family do next?
Complete the two-minute funding check, and a School Funding Advisor will line up every source your family qualifies for and the dates that go with them.