Faith-Based Education Shouldn't Cost Everything.
Champions Christian Academy partners with Step Up for Students and participates in Florida's state scholarship programs so that tuition is never the reason a student misses out on a faith-centered, personalized education.
Available Scholarships
We accept multiple scholarship programs. Below are the most common options for families at CCA.
Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC)
Step Up for Students
Funded by Florida corporate tax credits, this scholarship covers up to 100% of tuition for eligible students. The program allows corporations to redirect tax dollars to education while giving families access to the school of their choice.
Maximum Award
Up to 100% of tuition
Eligibility
- Florida resident K-12 student
- Enrolled in or applying to a participating private school
- First-time recipient or renewing student
- Household income within program limits
Family Empowerment Scholarship (FES-EO)
State of Florida
The FES-EO program provides education scholarships to students who have been enrolled in a Florida public school for the prior school year. It can be used for private school tuition, including CCA.
Maximum Award
Varies by grade level and county
Eligibility
- Florida resident K-12 student
- Enrolled in a Florida public school during the prior school year
- Receiving a Grade 4 FSA score or above, or demonstrating educational need
- Must maintain eligibility requirements
Unique Abilities Scholarship
Step Up for Students
Designed specifically for students with certain disabilities, this scholarship supports personalized education plans and reasonable accommodations in private school settings.
Maximum Award
Varies by scholarship tier
Eligibility
- Student with a qualifying disability (Down syndrome, autism spectrum disorder, etc.)
- Enrolled in or applying to a participating private school
- Documentation of disability from a licensed professional
Not sure which scholarship you qualify for? — we'll help you figure it out at no cost.
Full-Time Scholarship Program Participation
Champions Christian Academy is a full-time, in-person Christian private school serving students in grades 6–12 in compliance with Florida Department of Education private school requirements.
Students participate in regularly scheduled on-campus instruction, teacher-directed coursework, attendance monitoring, academic accountability, and individualized educational support within a structured school environment. Additional academic support, assignments, and supplemental learning opportunities may be provided outside of school hours to support student success.
Our program includes:
- Required on-campus instructional attendance
- Teacher-directed coursework and progress monitoring
- Academic accountability and attendance tracking
- Christian-based curriculum and mentorship
- Personalized educational support and flexible scheduling for student success
Intended Scholarship Participation
Champions Christian Academy intends to participate in the following Florida scholarship programs, pending final approval and compliance requirements:
- Family Empowerment Scholarship for Educational Options (FES-EO)
- Family Empowerment Scholarship for Students with Unique Abilities (FES-UA)
- Florida Tax Credit Scholarship (FTC)
- Certain scholarship programs may be available to eligible families depending on program requirements and state approval.
We remain committed to compliance with all Florida Department of Education private school and scholarship participation requirements.
Powered by Step Up for Students
Step Up for Students is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit that administers Florida's scholarship programs for education freedom. CCA is currently pursuing participation in Florida scholarship programs pending final state approval.
How to Apply
The process is simpler than you might think. Here's how to get started.
Check Your Eligibility
Review the scholarship requirements above. Both FTC and FES-EO have income and enrollment eligibility criteria. Contact us if you're unsure — we're happy to help you understand your options.
Create Your Step Up Account
Visit stepupforstudents.org and create a parent account. You'll need to provide basic information about your family and the student(s) you wish to apply for.
Complete the Application
Fill out the scholarship application through your Step Up portal. Be sure to list Champions Christian Academy as your school of choice — our Tax ID is available upon request.
Receive Your Award
Once approved, Step Up will notify you of your award amount. Funds are paid directly to CCA — you won't receive a check. We'll handle the rest.
Enroll at Champions Academy
With your scholarship in place, complete our enrollment process. Our team will guide you through every step and make sure everything is in order before the first day.
Resources & Downloads
Download helpful resources, guides, and signage to support your scholarship journey.
FES-UA Guide (English)
Step-by-step guide for the Unique Abilities Scholarship application
Download PDFGuÃa FES-UA (Español)
GuÃa paso a paso para la solicitud de la Beca de Habilidades Únicas
Descargar PDFApplication Checklist
Essential documents and steps for a successful scholarship application
Download PDFScholarships Accepted Here
Printable sign to display your school's scholarship participation
Download JPGFrequently Asked Questions
Florida Scholarship & Compliance Information
Champions Christian Academy operates as a Florida private school and is pursuing participation in approved state scholarship programs in accordance with Florida Department of Education requirements.
The school maintains:
- Required attendance records
- Teacher-directed instruction
- Academic progress monitoring
- Student records and compliance documentation
- Health and safety inspections as required by the State of Florida
- Employee ethics and screening compliance
Scholarship participation is contingent upon final state approval and continued compliance with Florida law.
Ready to Get Started?
Scholarships are competitive — apply early. Our enrollment team is here to help you every step of the way.