Financial Aid for Military Spouses Attending College

Hi everyone! My partner is in the armed forces, so I've been thinking about going to college. Just curious, but are there any specific financial aid packages available for military spouses? If anyone knows, it'd be a great help.

Absolutely, there are several financial aid and scholarship options available specifically for military spouses. Here are a few prominent ones:

1. The My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship: The MyCAA scholarship is provided by the Department of Defense and offers up to $4,000 of financial assistance for military spouses that are pursuing licenses, certificates, certifications, or associate's degrees (excluding associate's degrees in general studies, liberal arts, and interdisciplinary studies). The spouse must be married to servicemembers on active duty.

2. National Military Family Association Scholarships: The NMFA offers scholarships of various amounts to military spouses for undergraduate and graduate education. These may be used for tuition, professional courses, and more.

3. Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship: Open to all active-duty military, veterans, and their spouses, the Pat Tillman Foundation offers scholarships that cover direct study-related expenses, including tuition and fees, books, and living expenses.

4. Scholarships for Service: This is an easy-to-use scholarship search tool exclusively for military members and their families. It's a great comprehensive resource for finding various aid options.

Remember, these are just a few examples. There are numerous resources available to you. Be sure to explore local and regional scholarship opportunities as well because they might be less competitive.

When seeking financial aid, be sure to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as well. Some programs may use this information to determine eligibility for their awards.

Good luck with your college journey, and thank you to your partner for their service!