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Searching for Military Scholarships

June 8, 2009 By admin

A great source of financial aid for college students is the highly sought-after scholarship. A scholarship is one of the best ways to pay for college because it never has to be repaid and a legitimate scholarship doesn’t require any kind of fee. Millions of dollars are offered every year, and it’s free money, yours for the taking. Scholarships are especially important to military service personnel when military aid, such as tuition assistance or GI Bill benefits, does not cover the full cost of education.

Scholarships are offered to nearly everyone in increments from hundreds to tens of thousands of dollars. Academic and athletic scholarships get the most press, but the truth is there are lots of scholarships out there, and many of them are specifically for those who have served in the military. Don?t limit yourself, though ? make sure you investigate any scholarship that you might qualify for.

The first step toward a scholarship is to start early. The sooner you start looking, the better. Most scholarships require an application that has a deadline, and you’ll want to make sure you have enough time to gather any documentation or to write an essay if needed.

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Next in the process is knowing where to look for scholarships. A great place to check is your own school’s financial aid office, if you already know where you are headed. A financial aid counselor will be able to help you figure out which school scholarships you qualify for, and they will also know about any scholarships specifically for military personnel.

Many schools offer scholarships to veterans.

Once you?ve applied for scholarships through your own school, or if you?re still not sure where you are headed, searching for private scholarships is not as daunting as it might sound. There are several ways to go about searching. First, try your local library. Every year, dozens of scholarship directories are published and include everything from how much money will be awarded to outlining exactly how to apply for it.

Also check with your local community. Employers, high schools, military organizations and other community groups are often good sources for scholarship aid. National military organizations, as well, tend to offer significant scholarship programs. Check with any organization you or your parents are members of. Many employers, too, offer scholarships to children of employees.

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Another great search tool is the Internet. You can try a specific scholarship search finder, or try a simple web search to go directly to information sites about specific scholarships. Most national scholarships have websites with complete information and often have online application features. Some national military scholarships include the VFW Military Scholarship , which offers 25 $3,000 scholarships to members who are either currently serving or have been discharged in the last 36 months;

Once you have found a variety of scholarships to apply for, you?ll want to keep track of everything you do. Make a list of the scholarships, their deadlines and requirements, such as essays, transcripts or recommendation letters. Staying organized will ensure that you don?t overlook any important requirements or deadlines. It also might help to add award dates to your list so that you know when to expect to hear a decision.

Finally, remember that you should never have to pay a fee to apply for a scholarship. While there are dozens of legitimate scholarship organizations out there ready to hand out award money, there are, unfortunately, scholarship scams. Beware of any organization that asks for money.

Filed Under: Education, Updates

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  1. DONALD MAGARA MOGAKA says

    June 12, 2009 at 8:35 am

    please I would like to join US ARMY but am a Kenyan is it possible?

  2. mychael joshua masangkay says

    August 24, 2009 at 5:52 pm

    how would i get started for this scholarship if i does’nt have an income??

  3. Christian B. dela Cruz O.D. says

    September 6, 2009 at 10:00 am

    Dear Sir/Madam,

    Can you kindly send me an Application Form of Military Scholarship. Thank you and God Bless.

    Sincerely yours,

    Christian B. dela Cruz O.D.

  4. jeff davis says

    September 24, 2009 at 9:42 am

    i am ready to start when you are

  5. Michael Hanby says

    November 3, 2009 at 11:40 am

    I am planning on becoming a medical doctor, I have contemplated completing my undergrad before joining the military to help pay for my education as well as recieving training and having my medical school paid for. Is this possible? If it is how can it be achieved, and what are the steps that are required for me to reach this goal?

  6. arin says

    November 5, 2009 at 6:06 pm

    Yes it is possible. The most common way is to participate in a ROTC program while in college, keep your grades up, and then earning a slot in a military medical school.

  7. bobbie henson says

    August 6, 2010 at 8:57 am

    I am employed at Career Training Academy in New Kensington Pa. I was inquiring about the scholarships you offer for all branches of the military. All the requirements and or appropraite fees
    that may come with it. If you would be so kind I would appreciate it if you could email me information on anything that might be able to assist me with this matter.Thank you for your time.

    Thank You

    Bobbie Henson

  8. donna says

    November 12, 2010 at 1:52 pm

    Just a question? My husband served in the Us Airforce during Desert Storm. ( 4 years) We have a daughter that is going to start college next year and I was just wondering if the’re any scholarships that she could get because he served.

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