I'm the child of a veteran and am curious about scholarships that might be available to support my college education. Does anyone know of specific programs or scholarships for veterans' kids? Any recommendations or personal experiences would be awesome!
Sure, there are several scholarships specifically designed for children of veterans. Below are a few:
1. American Legion Legacy Scholarship - This scholarship provides college funding to children of post-9/11 veterans who died on active duty or have a combined VA disability rating of 50 percent or greater.
2. Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship - Children of those who died in the line of duty after Sep. 10, 2001, can benefit from this scholarship which is part of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. It covers full tuition and fees at public in-state schools or a statutorily set amount at private or foreign schools.
3. The Purple Heart Scholarship Fund - Offers scholarships to children of veterans who have been awarded the purple heart.
4. Folds of Honor Foundation Scholarships - These are awards of up to $5000 for children of veterans who were either killed or disabled while in service.
5. The Army Scholarship Foundation - Provides tuition assistance awards to children of veterans.
You can apply for these scholarships through their respective websites. Please note that eligibility criteria vary for each scholarship. It's also a good idea to talk to your high school counselor as they could provide more localized scholarship opportunities in your area. Lastly, remember that many colleges and universities also offer their own scholarships for military families, so be sure to ask at the financial aid offices of the schools you're considering. Good luck in your scholarship search!
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