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MIA/POW Scholarship

Accepting Applications

About the Scholarship

Opens: 10/2/2024
Closes: 10/1/2025

The MIA/POW Scholarship is available to spouses and dependents of veterans who are either Missing In Action, a Prisoner of War, died while on active duty, or was disabled during service. The veteran must have been an Illinois resident to qualify. Dependents or unmarried spouses who are planning to pursue a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree are welcome to apply.

Award Amount Varies
  • Essay Required: No
  • Need-Based: No
  • Merit-Based: No
Requirements
  • Dependent (natural, stepchild, or adopted child), or spouse of an MIA, POW, 100% disabled, or deceased veteran who was a resident of Illinois
  • Resident of Illinois
  • Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree
  • Attending or planning to attend an Illinois state college or university
  • Details

    Pursued Degree Level
    Professional Certification, 1-year Certificate, Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree
    Location
    • Country: US
    • State: IL
    Armed Service Branch
    Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, Army National Guard, Air Force National Guard, National Guard, Merchant Marine
    Armed Service Status
    Veteran, POW/MIA

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