Although GI Bill benefits are often provided to military personnel, they are not the sole source of financial assistance. Military scholarships are not only for active duty and veterans, but also for wives, children, and also grandchildren. Whether you are the child or grandchild of a soldier, you are eligible for a number of college scholarships. Scholarships for children of veterans also pay tribute to those who have died in the line of duty.
Since the cost of education is going up with each passing year, it has become more difficult for students to pursue a course of their choice at a leading institution. These days, most families are unable to send their children to a well-known institution for quality education. Even though government helps veterans and their dependents with educational costs but this help is provided up to a certain point. Scholarships can assist them in covering their remaining education-related expenses.
Today, we have created a wonderful list that contains scholarships for veterans’ dependents. These funding opportunities will help students fund their studies and lessen their financial burden. Please take a look at our list, and find an opportunity that fits your needs.
Military Commanders’ Scholarship Fund
Every year, the American Logistics Association’s New York branch presents scholarships to children of active duty, reserve, National Guard, and veterans of the US military. Students must expect to attend a two- or four-year college or university full-time. Only undergraduates are eligible for these awards, which require a minimum GPA of 3.5. Academic success, group leadership, extracurricular engagement, job experience, external evaluation, financial ability, and personal conditions are used to make decisions. For further information or in order to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: American Logistics Association
Award: Varies
Education level: Higher Education
Subject: All
Deadline: December 2021
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Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Scholarship
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation’s general scholarship scheme is open to children who participate or have served in the United States Marine Corps. Children of US Navy Corpsmen, Chaplains, and Religious Programs Specialists who are or were attached to a US Marine Corps unit are also eligible for scholarships under this scheme. To be eligible, applicants must expect to attend an approved undergraduate college or vocational/technical school, have a 2.0 minimum GPA, and satisfy income criteria. Students enrolled in the Federal Service Academy or seeking a second bachelor’s degree are not exempt. For further information or to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
Award: Variable
Education level: College or career training school students
Subject: All
Deadline: Applications will open soon
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Heroes Tribute Scholarships
The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation grants scholarships to children of Marines or retired Marines who died in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, or inaction since then. Scholarships are also available to the grandchildren of such soldiers. Applicants must plan to enroll in an approved undergraduate college or vocational/technical institution, have a 2.0 minimum GPA, and satisfy income standards. For further information or to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
Award: Varies
Education level: N/A
Subject: All
Deadline: Applications will open soon
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Dolphin Scholarship Foundation Scholarship
The Dolphin Scholarship Foundation offers financial scholarships to high school seniors and present college students who are children or stepchildren of veterans or retired members of the US Navy Submarine Force. The Dolphin Scholarship Foundation offers financial scholarships to high school seniors and present college students who are children or stepchildren of veterans or retired members of the US Navy Submarine Force. For further information or in order to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: Dolphin Scholarship Foundation
Award: Varies
Education level: High school senior, college, and technical school students
Subject: All!
Deadline: October 1, 2021
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Tailhook Educational Foundation Scholarship Awards
The Tailhook Educational Foundation awards scholarships to children and grandchildren of naval aviators, flight commanders, and aircrewmen, as well as carrier aviation air wing or ship’s company staff who currently or formerly served in the US Navy. Applicants must be admitted into a college or university’s undergraduate program. Students in their final year of study are not eligible. For further information or in order to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: Tailhook Educational Foundation
Award: Varies
Education level: High school graduate
Subject: All
Deadline: Applications will open soon
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John Cornelius/Max English Memorial Scholarship
Children and descendants of present or former serving, reserve, retiring, or honorably discharged members of the Marine Corps Tank Unit and current members of the Marine Corps Tankers Association are eligible for awards. Seniors in high school, college freshmen, and graduate students are eligible to apply. Letters of recommendation, GPA records, and information on school events are all needed. For further information or in order to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: Marine Corps Tankers Association
Award: Varies
Education level: Graduating high school senior or college and university students
Subject: All
Deadline: Open
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MG James Ursano Scholarship Program
Children of active-duty Army veterans, inactive soldiers, and children of soldiers who died while on active duty or retired status are eligible for the MG James Ursano Scholarship Program. Recipients can reapply each year for up to four academic years of assistance. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need. Students must be under the age of 23 and completing a four-year undergraduate degree to be eligible. A 2.0 GPA is required of all students. For further information or in order to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: Army Emergency Relief
Award: Varies
Education level: All
Subject: All
Deadline: Applications will open soon
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AMVETS National Scholarship Program
Children and grandchildren of veterans, active duty servicemen, and guard/reserve personnel are eligible for AMVETS scholarships. Only graduating high school seniors with a minimum GPA of 3.0 are eligible for this award. Candidates must demonstrate academic promise as well as a financial necessity in order to be considered. For further information or in order to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: AMVNETS
Award: Varies
Education level: College and university students
Subject: Open
Deadline: Applications will open soon
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Women’s Army Corps Veterans’ Association Scholarship
Scholarships are awarded by the Women’s Army Corps Veterans’ Association to daughters, grandchildren, nieces, and nephews of female Army members. Seniors must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and expect to study full-time in an accredited college or university after graduation. Academic success, leadership, recommendations, and a biographical sketch are used to make decisions. For further information or in order to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: Women’s Army Corps Veterans’ Association
Award: Varies
Education level: High school graduating senior
Subject: All
Deadline: Applications will open soon
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Lt Col Romeo and Josephine Bass Ferretti Scholarship
Minor dependents of active duty or inactive Air Force, Air Force Reserve, or Air National Guard enlisted airmen are eligible for scholarships from the Air Force Association. Only graduating high school seniors seeking a degree in science, technology, engineering, or math are eligible for the award. Academic success, strong conduct, and financial need are used to choose recipients. For further information or in order to apply, please click the link below.
Provided By: Air Force Association
Award: Varies
Education level: Varies
Subject: All
Deadline: Open
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