Military Commanders' Scholarship

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About the Scholarship

Opens: 3/1/2024

Closes: 5/31/2024

The Military Commanders' Scholarship provides financial assistance for college to children of active and retired military personnel.

Win up to

$5,000

Essay Required: No
Need-Based: Yes
Merit-Based: Yes
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Requirements

This program is open to children of Active Duty, Reserve, National Guard, and retired members of the U.S. military.

Applicants must be high school seniors or graduates who plan to enroll full time as entering freshmen at an accredited 2 or 4-year college or university.

They must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Selection is based on academic record, demonstrated leadership and participation in school and community activities, honors, work experience, a statement of goals and aspirations, unusual personal or family circumstances, an outside appraisal, and financial need.

Details

Pursued Degree Level

Associate Degree, Bachelor's Degree

Current Grade

High School Senior

Location

Country: US

Minimum GPA

3.5

Armed Service Status

Veteran, Active Duty, Reserve Duty, Retired Reservist

Activities

Community Service, Extracurricular Activities

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