American Florists Exchange Scholarship 2026

Awarding scholarships for floriculture and horticulture students is a primary function of the American Floral Endowment (AFE). We understand the financial burden students face and are here to help. Thanks to the generosity of industry champions, more than 30 scholarships are awarded each year, ranging from $500 - $5,000. We are excited to support you…our next generation of industry leaders.

Please take a moment to review the information below before completing your application.

Note: You may work on your application as often as needed by saving your work, but do not hit the final submit button until you’ve completed your application in its entirety and uploaded all requested documents.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineMay 1, 2026
• Value$5,000
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorAmerican Florists’ Exchange
• Eligible CountryUnited States

Benefits

AFE scholarship awards range from $500 to $5,000. These funds are issued jointly as checks in the name of the recipient and the college or institution being attended in the fall. Students selected for a scholarship will be sent a notification by July 1 of each year.

Requirements

To apply for any of our scholarships you must…

• Be pursuing a career in or related to FLORICULTURE or HORTICULTURE.
• Be a CITIZEN OR RESIDENT OF THE U.S. OR CANADA or be enrolled in an accredited educational institution in the U.S. or Canada.
• Have a minimum 2.0 grade point average.

Application Deadline

How To Apply

First, follow the link to create an account.

Complete ONE application online. The deadline is May 1 for all application components (online application, transcripts, and two letters of recommendation). Do not wait until the last minute. Each application and supporting documents must be written in English or include an English translation.

The following checklist will help you prepare a complete application:

• Online application
• Two letters of recommendation
  • Preferably one from a teacher and one from an employer. Please do not submit more than two letters of recommendation. Upload recommendations to your online application as a PDF. Letter of Recommendations uploaded or requested will be applied to all scholarships selected.
• Resume
• Transcripts from your most recent school, do not need to be official. Upload transcripts to your online application as a PDF.

        If you wish to copy an application for multiple scholarships, follow this process:

1. Finalize an application for one scholarship.
2. Select My Account > My Applications > Complete > Copy Application > Make a Copy
3. Review all information before submitting to confirm you meet all criteria.

• If recommendation letters must be sent separately, email the PDF to [email protected] by the May 1 deadline.
• If transcripts must be sent separately, email the PDF to [email protected] by the May 1 deadline.
• Those applying for an international scholarship must upload relevant documentation of travel plans and/or acceptance in a work/study program.

For more details, visit American Florists Exchange Scholarship Webpage