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Veteran Scholarships to Help Pay for College

College Scholarships for Veterans

There are a lot of fantastic programs for those who have served our country, such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill.  But don’t forget about extra scholarships for veterans that are offered. They can give you a little bit of extra money towards your educational goals.

Ranger Memorial Scholarship

25 scholarships, $1,000 each

The Details: The National Ranger Memorial Foundation partnered with the Ranger Battalions Association of WW2 to offer up this scholarship for qualified Rangers of all ages.

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AMVETS Scholarships

$4,000 each

The Details: According to the official site, AMVETS scholarships are “designed to fulfill a financial gap after all Federal/State grants and/or scholarships available to an eligible applicant have been exhausted” and are offered in sums of $4,000 each for multiple recipients. There are scholarships for qualifying servicemembers, spouses, and school-age dependent children.

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The Dr. Aurelio M. Caccomo Family Foundation Memorial Scholarship

2 scholarships, $12,000

The Details: This scholarship is in memory and honor of Dr. Aurelio M. Caccomo. This is another option offered by AMVETS (see above) and according to the official site, “The Caccomo Memorial Scholarship is in memory and honoring Dr. Aurelio M. Caccomo, who immigrated from Rome to the United States in the 1950’s and became a physician, orthopedic surgeon, and Army Reservist”.

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The Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship

Awards may vary

The Details: This scholarship is to be used for tuition, books, and living expenses. The award is chosen on merit, clear academic goals, extraordinary leadership potential, and a deep desire for positive change. Veterans, active duty, including National Guard or Reserve, can apply.

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AFCEA War Veterans Scholarship

$2,500

The Details: This is a merit-based scholarship to persons on active duty in uniformed military services or honorably discharged veterans, including the National Guard and Reservists. You need to be currently enrolled in an eligible STEM major at an accredited four-year college or university. Distance learning or online programs affiliated with major US institutions are also eligible. You also must have served in the war in Afghanistan or Iraq, 2003-present. This award is for tuition and fees, books, supplies, and equipment.

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VFW’s Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship

Up to $5,000

The Details: This scholarship is for service members and veterans. The award will be for tuition and fees only. You must be an E5 or below or been one at separation. Also, you will need to demonstrate financial need. You should have been accepted or currently enrolled in a VA-approved program or school at an accredited post-secondary institution.

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Your Local College

Make sure to check what scholarships your local college or university might offer. Some might offer special discounts for veterans as well. The award amount can vary but can be another way to find the money for school.

Scholarships are worth applying for and worth spending time on. They can save you money to help pursue your educational goals.  And you always have a chance of winning the award!

 

 

 

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