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West Florida Electric Cooperative is proud to invest in the future of our communities. Each year, WFEC awards thirteen $1,000 scholarships—one to a graduating senior from each high school in our four-county service area, plus one for a home-schooled student. Scholarships can be used for post-secondary or vocational/technical education.

Eligibility

• Parent/guardian must be a WFEC member living on WFEC electric lines.
• Applicant must be a 2026 high school graduate in our service area.

Key Details

• Applications available online or from high school guidance counselors.
• Recipients notified in Spring 2026.
• All checks will be issued directly to the school of students' choice.

Application Requirements

• Complete the WFEC scholarship application.
• Submit a 500–1,000 word essay: “What makes cooperatives different from other types of utilities?”
• No identifying information in essay (name, location, or school).

Late, incomplete, or misdirected applications will not be considered.

 

2025 Applications are Closed

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West Florida Electric Cooperative Scholarship Application

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