I've heard there might be scholarships for those pursuing military job training. Does anyone know what scholarships are out there and how competitive they are? I'm trying to plan my finances for post-high school training.
Yes, there are numerous scholarships available for those pursuing military job training. One such is the Pat Tillman Scholarship, which is open to active duty military members and veterans who are pursuing a degree at a U.S. university.
The American Legion also provides the Samsung American Legion Scholarship program available to high school juniors who participate in and complete the Boys State or Girls State programs and are descendants or legally adopted children of wartime U.S veterans.
The Navy League Foundation Scholarships are open to children and dependents of former members of the Sea Services and its reserve components, as well those currently serving.
Also, there's the Coast Guard Foundation Scholarships meant for children of enlisted active duty, reserve, and retired U.S. Coast Guard members.
The Armed Forces Crossroads Scholarships for Military Children is another one, specifically for children of active-duty, reserve, guard, or retired military commissary customers.
Each of these scholarships have their own unique eligibility criteria and application process, which you will need to research carefully. They may also have varying levels of competitiveness, influenced by such factors as the number of applicants and the amount of funding available.
Always remember that there are also other types of financial aid like tuition-assistance programs, GI Bill benefits, and other aid from specific military branches which you might consider in your planning. I hope this helps! Good luck in your pursuit of military job training!
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