Scholarship Opportunities at

GLOBAL VIRTUAL ACADEMY

“school offers great flexibility for students who are in competitive sports and competitive dance while still getting great education, school offers a lot of live help and all the help a student may need..”

 – Parent of Student-Athlete

Flexible Scholarship-Friendly Education Options for Florida Families Education Designed Around Your Child’s Needs

At Global Virtual Academy, we believe education should support your child’s goals, learning style, and future; not force them into a one-size-fits-all system.

Our flexible private school, hybrid, and tutoring programs are designed for:

  • Student athletes
  • Performing arts students
  • Traveling families
  • Students with unique abilities or learning differences
  • Families seeking more personalized academic support

Through Florida’s Step Up For Students scholarship opportunities, many families can access high-quality education with flexible funding options.

Florida Step Up for Students Scholarship Pathways Family Empowerment Scholarship for Unique Abilities (FES-UA) Best for students with diagnosed learning differences or unique educational needs

Global Virtual Academy proudly supports families utilizing the FES-UA scholarship.

Eligible students may receive funding for:

  • Part-Time Tutoring tuition
  • Academic coaching
  • Curriculum and educational materials
  • Technology tools
  • Approved therapies and services
  • Testing and evaluations

Ideal for families seeking:

  • Flexible academics
  • Individualized support
  • Scholarship-funded private education
  • A balance of structure and customization

Our student-centered approach helps families create an academic plan that meets both educational and developmental goals.

PEP Program (Personalized Education Program) Best for families seeking full homeschooling flexibility with scholarship funding

The PEP scholarship empowers families to fully direct their child’s education while accessing funding for approved educational services.

Eligible uses may include:

  • Curriculum
  • Hybrid school tuition
  • Approved tutoring
  • Educational materials
  • Testing services
  • Specialized programs


Ideal for families seeking:

  • Maximum flexibility
  • Parent-directed education
  • Customized learning pathways
  • Scholarship-supported homeschooling


PEP offers families the freedom to design an educational experience that aligns with their child’s pace, interests, and long-term goals.

PEP Hybrid Program (Personalized Education Program) Best for families seeking homeschool flexibility with structured academic support

Our Lakeland-based Academic Center for Excellence provides a hybrid solution that blends:

  • 2 days per week of in-person academic coaching
  • Flexible home or online learning on remaining days
  • Peer socialization
  • Leadership development
  • Academic accountability

Example Hybrid Schedule:

Monday & Friday: In-person academic coaching at ACE Center

Tuesday–Thursday: Flexible home-based or online learning

Perfect for:

  • Student athletes
  • Families wanting greater flexibility
  • Students balancing extracurriculars or training
  • Parents seeking support while maintaining oversight

Global Virtual Academy’s hybrid program combines freedom with structure to create a personalized path to success.

Part-Time Tutoring & Academic Support Best for homeschool families or students needing supplemental instruction

Families can use approved scholarship funding for:

  • Subject-specific courses and tutor rooms with certified teachers
  • Executive functioning support
  • Test prep
  • Small group instruction
  • Enrichment opportunities
  • Academic skill-building

Benefits include:

  • Flexible scheduling
  • Customized academic support
  • Individual or small group options
  • Affordable educational enhancement

Why Families Choose Global Virtual Academy More than academics—education built for real life Our students benefit from:

  • Accredited private school diploma pathways
  • Dual enrollment opportunities through the University of South Florida
  • NCAA-conscious academic planning
  • Leadership development
  • College and career planning
  • Flexible pacing
  • High-quality teacher and academic coach support
  • Small-group in-person opportunities

A Better Balance for Students and Families

Whether your child needs:     

Academic coaching

Scholarship-funded tutoring

A flexible path for athletics or unique goals

Global Virtual Academy helps families build an educational experience that truly fits.

Limited Enrollment. Personalized Support.

We intentionally keep enrollment selective to ensure every student receives individualized guidance, strong support, and meaningful opportunities.

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Global Virtual Academy

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Helping Florida families customize education with confidence.