Scholarships for military dependents?

So I've heard that there are scholarships available specially for military dependents. Anyone got any details on this? I'm a high school junior and my dad is in the military, so could I potentially qualify?

Absolutely! There are indeed a good number of scholarships that are specifically designed for military dependents, and you are likely eligible to apply for a number of these. The following are examples of some such scholarships:

1. The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) offers the MOAA Scholarship fund, which is awarded to college students who are children of former, currently serving, or retired commissioned or warrant officers, and currently enlisted military personnel.

2. The Fisher House Foundation administers the Scholarships for Military Children Program. Applicants must be dependent, unmarried children of active-duty personnel, reserve/guard and retired military members, or survivors of deceased members from these categories. You must be under 23 years of age and enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program.

3. The American Legion Legacy Scholarship is open to children whose parents have died while on active-duty military service on or after Sept.11 or children of post-9/11 veterans who have a combined VA disability rating of 50 percent or greater.

4. ThanksUSA Scholarship Program provides up to $3,000 towards tuition or school fees for children of active-duty military service personnel.

Remember, these scholarships often have additional criteria such as a minimum GPA or an essay, so make sure you understand all the requirements before you apply. There's a good amount of support out there for college students with military connections, so good luck in your search!