Air Force Scholarships
Undergraduate, Graduate or Online Sources
Like other branches of the military, the Air Force offers its members very nice scholarship opportunities for school. In some instances, spouses and children may use the scholarships as well.
Scholarships for Family
The Airmen Memorial Foundation (AMF) and the Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) provides scholarships for single dependent children of enlisted or retired members in the Air Force, Air Force Reserve or Air National Guard. All majors are accepted. Scholarships are valued between $500 and $3,000 depending on availability of funds and particular scholarship applied for.
Several different scholarships are available however eligibility criteria remain the same. Applicants must be under age 23 on August 31 of the award year and dependent upon parents for over half of their support. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.5 and be enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at an accredited college/university.
Air Force Aid Society
General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program is a needs based scholarship/grant for spouses and dependent children of Air Force members who are on active duty, retired or deceased. Applicant must be enrolled as an undergraduate student in an accredited college/university or trade/vocational school. The amount of the award is $2,000.
Air Force Association Scholarships
Spouse Scholarships
Applicant must be the spouse of an active duty member of the Air Force, Air National Guard or Air Force Reserves. Applicant must submit most recent college/university transcript which should support 3.5 GPA. Applicant should submit proof of acceptance/enrollment in an accredited university/college. Applicant must also submit 2 letters of recommendation and a 2 page double-spaced essay. This award is $1,000 and there is no restriction on major.
Undergraduate ScholarshipsPitsenbarger Awards are for enlisted USAF personnel graduating from the Community College of the Air Force who is pursuing a baccalaureate degree. This award is not based on financial need but rather on job performance, leadership skills, academic performance and educational goals. Award is in the amount of $500. Applicant must submit proof of enrollment to a college/university with a degree plan. A narrative statement is required outlining career and educational goals along with past accomplishments of leadership and community service.
Graduate ScholarshipsThe Jody Callahan Memorial Graduate Scholarship awards an active duty Air National Guard or Air Reserve who is pursuing a Master's Degree in a non-technical field. This award is for $1,000 and applicant must have a 3.0 GPA, submit essay and letter of recommendation from your supervisor or commander. Applicants may be either enlisted or an officer in the above factions of the Air Force.
Online Scholarships
Grantham University offers a full 4-year scholarship to an active duty dependent, AFA member or dependant of an AFA member. This scholarship will be used for online attendance leading to an associate, bachelor or Master's degree. Applicant will need to provide 2 letters of recommendation along with an essay, completed application and the most recent transcripts.
