SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
This page provides information on the various scholarship opportunities and education funding resources available for U.S. military veterans and their eligible dependents.
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Additional Resources
AFCEA Military Scholarships
AFCEA offers scholarships to students with some connection to the U.S. Armed Forces, either as an active-duty, veteran, spouse or dependent.
College Credit for Military Programs (American Council on Education)
Find out how to receive college credit for your military training and service through the American Council on Education. ACE advises colleges, universities, and students in awarding college credit and providing transcripts for military learning.
David L. Boren Scholarships
The National Security Education Program awards David L. Boren Scholarships to outstanding U.S. undergraduates through a competitive national merit-based process. Each Boren Scholar goes abroad to a critical country to study its language and culture. Awards are for up to one academic year. Boren Scholars demonstrate their merit for an award of up to $20,000 in part by committing to work for the U.S. Government for at least one year.
DAV's Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship Program
The Disabled American Veterans' Jesse Brown Memorial Youth Scholarship Program recognizes outstanding young volunteers who give of their time by awarding annual scholarships that may be used to continue their education.
VFW Scholarships
Annually, the Veterans of Foreign Wars and its Ladies Auxiliary distribute more than $3 million in scholarships and savings bonds to America's youth through the annual Voice of Democracy and Patriot's Pen contests.
Montgomery GI Bill
Air Force reservists interested in a college or trade school education may qualify for financial assistance under the Montgomery GI Bill.
U.S. Air Force Enlisted Education
The U.S. Air Force offers enlisted, officer, and healthcare educational opportunities. Follow the links to the officer and healthcare education pages to see what's available to you.
U.S. Air Force ROTC Scholarships
Air Force ROTC can help you to overcome the financial hardships associated with college, and when you complete your degree, you’ve got a guaranteed career after school – debt free.
DUSA Scholarships
The Society of Daughters of the U.S. Army (DUSA) offers $1,000 scholarships to the daughters and granddaughters of active duty or retired Army officers.
U.S. Army Education Benefits
Be a full-time soldier and earn credits towards a degree. Find information about earning money for your education, ROTC scholarships, and repaying college loans.
U.S. Army ROTC Scholarships
Whether you're a college-bound high school student or already attending a college or university, Army ROTC has scholarships available. Scholarships are awarded based on a student's merit and grades, not financial need.
U.S. Coast Guard Institute
Further your education while serving in the U.S. Coast Guard! The Coast Guard Institute is your education center for: college programs, examinations, financial assistance, and getting credit for your Coast Guard experience.
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
NMCRS offers education programs to help eligible Navy and Marine Corps families pursue their academic goals by providing a source of education financing. Awards are provided solely on the basis of the applicant's financial need.
U.S. Marine Corps
The official U.S. Marine Corps site organizes information and resources for you based on your age and educational level, from high school to college graduate. Discover what is available to help you meet your career goals.
U.S. Air National Guard
Visit this site to learn about the federal and state benefits that the Air National Guard offers to unit members and their families, including tuition assistance.
U.S. Army National Guard Education Center
Learn about the continuing education opportunities available to you and your family through the Army National Guard, including college benefits, tuition assistance, scholarships, and a variety of other programs.
LifeLines Education Services
Learn about the many educational benefits and programs offered to family members of the Navy and Marine Corps on the Education Services pages of LifeLines, the Navy's award-winning quality-of-life portal for service families.
Money for College
Continue your education with money for college from the U.S. Navy. Options include the Baccalaureate Degree Completion Program, which can pay future officers a salary while they're in college.
Navy College Program
Earn your degree while serving in the Navy. The Navy College Program is your one-stop educational resource for college prep, financial aid, academic advice, and all Navy college, training, and officer programs.
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
NMCRS offers education programs to help eligible Navy and Marine Corps families pursue their academic goals by providing a source of education financing. Awards are provided solely on the basis of the applicant's financial need.
U.S. Naval Education and Training Programs
The U.S. Naval Education and Training center offers both enlisted and officer programs. Some highlights include Command Leadership School, Summer Cruise Program and Navy Military Training.
U.S. Navy ROTC Scholarships
Find out about scholarships from the Navy’s ROTC program.
AFCEA Military Scholarships
AFCEA offers scholarships to students with some connection to the U.S. Armed Forces, either as an active-duty, veteran, spouse or dependent.
AMVETS Scholarships
AMVETS annually awards scholarships, ranging from $1,000 to $4,000, to veterans/active military, their sons, daughters or grandchildren. A son, daughter or grandchild of a deceased veteran is also eligible. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence and financial need, the scholarships go to deserving high school seniors, high school JROTC students and veterans pursuing a higher education.
Blinded Veterans Association Scholarship
Since the early '80s, Blinded Veterans Association (BVA) has offered spouses and dependent children of blinded veterans a chance to continue their education through the Kathern F. Gruber Scholarship Program.
FinAid for Veterans
Summary of student aid programs for veterans and their dependents.
Military Order of the Purple Heart Scholarship
To be eligible, applicants must be a child or grandchild (natural, adopted, or step) or the spouse of a Military Order of the Purple Heart member in good standing.
Veterans GI Bill
General information, frequently asked questions, and links to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ education benefits and services under the GI Bill for veterans and dependents/survivors.
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