Honors College Scholarship - Miami Dade College

Who can apply

First-time-in-college applicant seeking an Associate in Arts degree pathway for fall 2027; prior college credit is permitted only from dual enrollment.
Have at least a 3.7 weighted GPA OR 3.5 unweighted GPA, and meet the program’s minimum standardized test scores.
Meet at least one test route: ACT Reading 19, Math 19 and English 17; Digital SAT Reading/Writing 490 and Math 480; ACCUPLACER Reading 256, Math 261 and Writing 253; or CLT Verbal Reasoning plus Grammar/Writing 38 and Math 16. Test scores are valid for two years.
Submit the MDC admission application and the separate Honors College application with recommendations, writing samples and academic records; an interview may be requested.
Apply by January 15, 2027 for priority consideration; the final application deadline is March 16, 2027. Transcripts must be received or postmarked by the desired deadline.
Students who attended high school outside the United States must provide a course-by-course translation and evaluation, including GPA, from a NACES or AICE member organization.
The scholarship covers in-state tuition, fees and books at MDC and is not transferable; dual-language applicants have additional Spanish proficiency requirements.

About the scholarship

The Honors College Scholarship at Miami Dade College covers in-state tuition, fees and books for students admitted to the college’s Honors College. The program offers an enriched academic experience and support for transfer to a four-year institution. For fall 2027 entry, the application opens September 8, 2026, with priority consideration on January 15, 2027 and a final deadline of March 16, 2027. Admission is competitive and uses the complete application, academic preparation, writing samples, recommendations and possible interview.