Military Dependents
Get Well-Deserved Funds from Gov’t and Military
Dependents of military personnel, whether the military personnel is active-duty, retired, a veteran, or deceased; may qualify for any in a plethora of scholarship programs. It is important to check the guidelines carefully to be sure the applicant is meeting all eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Opportunities
Scholarships Available to the Dependent Children of Air Force Personnel
Dependent children of members of the Air Force, Air Force Reserve Command, and Air National Guard may qualify for an AMF Scholarship. Military personnel may be retired, active-duty, or a veteran. The awards in amounts ranging from $1,000 to $2,000 are available through the AMF Scholarships Program. All applicants must be under age 23 by August of the year of application, and more than half of their support must be coming from a parent or guardian. In addition, all applicants must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program and have at least a 3.5 GPA overall. Other requirements and an application may be found at the AMF link.
Scholarships for Dependent Children Participating in the Airmen Memorial Foundation Scholarship Program
The Chief Master Sergeant Air Force Scholarship Program (CMSAF) is available to the dependent children of retired or active-duty AFD, ANG, and AFRC members. There must also be participation in the Airmen Memorial Foundation Scholarship program in order to qualify for the CMSAF Scholarship program. On the application, a box is included at the bottom for "Additional Information." In this box, the applicant may list extenuating circumstances such as parent an MIA/POW, parent a disabled veteran, or the existence of a financial hardship, among others. The amount awarded is dependent upon available funding. All applicants must meet other eligibility requirements detailed at the CMSAF link.
Undergraduate Scholarships for Dependent Children of AFSA Members
The Air Force Sergeant’s Association (AFSA) annually gives scholarships to the dependent children of AFSA/Auxiliary members. The scholarships range in value from $1,500 to $2,500. These scholarships help cover the costs involved in undergraduate studies. Financial need is not a consideration, but the student’s scholastic record and character are among the things considered.
Park University Scholarships for Military Dependents
Park University has military campus centers across the country, which makes it a convenient option for the dependents of military personnel. The university offers several scholarships to military dependants. The amounts awarded and the eligibility requirements vary. Deadlines and application requirements must be strictly adhered to in order to receive consideration.
Montana Dependents of POW/MIA Scholarship
Dependents of those personnel declared POW/MIA in relation to the Southeast Asia conflict after January 1, 1991 may be eligible for tuition waivers at specific schools in Montana. Interested applicants must be a resident of Montana, and may obtain more information and an application at the Financial Aid office of the participating school they are interested in attending.
North Dakota War Orphan Scholarship
Dependent children of deceased, disabled, or POW/MIA veterans may qualify for this program administered by the state of North Dakota. The veteran must have died in the line of duty or from injuries sustained in the line of duty; been totally disabled related to service, or been declared POW/MIA. The veteran must also have lived in Montana for at least 6 months prior to their active duty service. Tuition and fee waivers for up to 36 months will be awarded to all qualified applicants. Applications and further information are available at the financial aid office of the North Dakota school of the applicant’s choice.
Park University-Camp Pendleton Scholarship for Military Dependents
Students of Park University at Camp Pendleton may qualify for the Sergeant Major Stan Hillery (Ret) Memorial Scholarship. Two $500 awards are given annually. To qualify, the military dependent students must be seeking a degree at Park University and have at least a 3.6 GPA. Six credit hours must have been completed at the university prior to application. A 500-word essay needs also to be submitted with the candidate’s application.
