I'm a dependent of a veteran and live in Virginia. I'm trying to figure out what scholarships might be available for me when applying to colleges in the state. Any insights or experiences with the VA college scholarships for dependents?
As a dependent of a veteran, you indeed have some scholarship opportunities when attending colleges in Virginia.
One such program is the "Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program" (VMSDEP), which provides educational benefits to spouses and children of military service members killed, missing in action, taken prisoner, or who became at least 90% disabled because of a service-related condition.
Another scholarship is the "ThanksUSA Scholarship Program," which provides scholarships for dependent children and spouses of U.S. military service personnel.
Remember, individual colleges may also have their own financial aid policies for veterans and their dependents, so it's always good to check out your intended Virginia colleges' financial aid websites or ask their financial aid offices directly.
Remember to also complete the FAFSA to know your SAI, so you become eligible for state and federal aid.
Just ensure that you start early and apply to numerous scholarships. You'd be surprised at how quickly they can add up! Good luck with your search.
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