AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Through various awards and scholarships, FBLA Collegiate is a great way to be recognized for your achievements.

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RECOGNITIONS

This award honors exemplary FBLA Collegiate members who have made outstanding contributions to the association at the local, state, and national levels. Each state may enter one participant who is a member of an active local chapter and on record as of paying dues by March 1 of the current school year for recognition at the National Leadership Conference. The entry form must be completed by the State Leader or designee. Criteria for selection of nominees by the state chapter should include:

  • years of participation in FBLA High School and/or FBLA Collegiate activities
  • extent of participation in state and national conferences
  • contributions to local, state, and national projects
  • and participation in other activities.

Each state may nominate one local adviser who will be recognized at the National Leadership Conference for exemplary leadership, significant contributions to the development of FBLA members, and belief in the goals of FBLA and business education.

GOLD SEAL CHAPTER AWARD OF MERIT

HOLLIS AND KITTY GUY AWARD

The Hollis and Kitty Guy Award recognize outstanding local chapters that have actively participated in projects and programs identified with the goals of FBLA. Active local chapters must be nominated by the State Leader or their designee, and be on record in the national center as having paid dues by April 15 of the current school year. Each state may select two chapters or up to 15 percent of its total number of active local chapters, whichever is greater.

SCHOLARSHIPS

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NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP

The Collegiate National Leadership Conference (NLC) Scholarship is a program designed to help fund conference and travel-related costs for members to attend the NLC.

The NLC Scholarship includes a $500 check, plus a complimentary registration to the NLC ($195). Scholarship money must be used for conference and travel-related expenses. Up to 50 scholarships will be awarded each year.

Not sure if you’re attending NLC? Apply anyway! If you’re unable to attend, scholarship funds will be distributed to another applicant.

Requirements
Members who wish to be considered for a NLC Scholarship must:

  • Be on record as having paid local, state, and national dues by April 15 of the current program year
  • Submit an application and accompanying materials by 5:00 PM ET on April 15

Application Materials
Submit the application form and attach the following required materials no later than April 15:

  • PDF of resume: Resume should outline the member’s involvement in FBLA. It should also highlight leadership positions held and awards received, both in FBLA and other organizations.
  • PDF of signed letter of recommendation from the candidate’s local chapter adviser or an instructor at the applicant’s college that describes both the applicant’s financial need and how the attending the NLC would help them develop personally and professionally.
  • PDF of a one-page essay, (double spaced, Times New Roman/Calibri, 12-point font) addressing the following prompt:
    Share how attending the National Leadership Conference would benefit your personal and professional development and would not be possible without receiving this scholarship.

Timeline
Applicants who receive the scholarship will be notified by May 5.

Complete Scholarship Guidelines:
FBLA Collegiate NLC Scholarship Guidelines

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FBLA COLLEGIATE DISTINGUISHED BUSINESS LEADER SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is designed to recognize outstanding FBLA Collegiate members for their activity and involvement in the association. The number of scholarships given depends on yearly contributions to the FBLA Collegiate Distinguished Business Leader Scholarship fund.

Amount:
$500

Individual Award and Criteria Information:

  • Open to FBLA Collegiate Members who plan to continue to pursue a postsecondary or postgraduate education.
  • Must have at least one year left in college program of study to apply.
  • Must be dues-paid members of FBLA Collegiate by April 15.
  • Must have achieved the Gold or Silver level of the FBLA Collegiate Excellence Award.
  • Must submit Distinguished Business Leader Scholarship Form:
    • The completed application form.
    • A one-page cover letter summarizing FBLA, business, leadership, and community activities.
    • A resume outlining FBLA activities and educational achievements.
    • One letter of recommendation from a chapter adviser, a teacher, or a business/community leader.

The 2024 application deadline is April 15 at 5:00 PM ET.

NATIONAL TECHNICAL HONOR SOCIETY (NTHS)

The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is pleased to continue our partnership with FBLA by helping to promote their mission, providing two scholarships to active FBLA members who are also current NTHS members in good standing, and providing funding for two FBLA National Conference events each year. NTHS awards over a quarter of a million dollars in scholarships to its members annually and has been the acknowledged leader in recognizing outstanding student achievement in CTE programs across the country for over 30 years. NTHS/FBLA members are also eligible to apply for the Jon H. Poteat Scholarship here.

Criteria:

  • Applicants must be current, dues-paid members of both NTHS & FBLA
  • Funds shall be paid directly to accredited education institutions, certificate organizations, continuing education and/or online programs.
  • Application must include: Letter of recommendations from FBLA chapter adviser and NTHS adviser and 1-2 page resume detailing FBLA & NTHS involvement

Apply:
Apply by April 15: NTHS Scholarship Application

Click here for full guidelines and procedures

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DRESSED TO IMPRESS!

FBLA’s professional attire grant program for students

We are excited to announce the opening of the 2023-24 FBLA Dressed to Impress Applications! FBLA aims to provide business attire for up to three members in each state, one from each of the three student divisions: FBLA Middle School, FBLA High School, and FBLA Collegiate.

Eligibility:

  • Open to all FBLA members in good standing.
  • Must be dues-paid members by the application deadline.
  • Applications must be submitted by October 15, at 11:59 PM ET.

Criteria & Application Information:
In order to complete the application in its entirety, FBLA Middle School and FBLA High School students must complete the application with an adviser. FBLA Collegiate students can choose to complete their application on their own or with the help of an adviser. All students must be in good membership standing.

For more information, please see the Frequently Asked Questions found here.

Applications for the 2023-24 Dressed to Impress Scholarship closed October 15, 2023.