AMVETS annually awards scholarships to veterans/active military, their sons, daughters or grand-children. A son, daughter or grandchild of a deceased veteran is also eligible. Awarded on the basis of academic excellence and financial need, the scholarships go to deserving high school seniors, high school JROTC students and veterans pursuing a higher education.
The following scholarships, funded by the AMVETS National Service Foundation, are awarded annually:
Six $4,000 scholarships for high school seniors ($1,000 a year of a four-year undergraduate program or at an accredited technical/trade leading to certification or a degree; one selected from each district).
Three $4,000 scholarships for veterans ($1,000 a year of a four-year undergraduate program or certification/degree from an accredited technical/trade school; no regard for district boundaries).
One $1,000 scholarship for a JROTC high school senior entering any undergraduate program (no regard for district boundaries).
AMVETS Scholarships FAQs
What scholarships are available?
Three specific to Veterans, Active Duty, Guard/Reserves:
$4,000 The AMVETS Scholarship
$12,000 Dr. Aurelio M. Caccomo Family Foundation Memorial Scholarship
$1,000 Henry G. Huestis Memorial Scholarship
THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THESE SCHOLARSHIPS IS NOW CLOSED.
Two specific to children/grandchildren of Veterans, Active Duty, Guard/Reserves who are currently High School seniors, 2016-2017:
$4,000 AMVETS Scholarship
$1,000 JROTC Scholarship (must be in High School JROTC to apply)
THE APPLICATION PROCESS FOR THESE SCHOLARSHIPS IS NOW CLOSED.When will the application cycle for AMVETS National Scholarships open for 2017?
The scholarship cycle for 2017 was open from January 20 – May 1, 2017. Scholarship decisions were made in June 2017. The 2018 application cycle will open in January of 2018.When will the Awards be made for the AMVETS National Scholarships?
20 June 2017
When are applications accepted?
Please note: no applications will be reviewed until after the 1 May.
What are the eligibility requirements for the AMVETS National Scholarships?
Must be a United States Citizen
Must provide evidence of active duty status or veteran status having served honorably
Must have a high school diploma or GED
Must demonstrate financial need
Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment to an eligible program
Must not be in default on a federal student loan
Must not be convicted under state or federal law for sale of or possession of illegal drugs
Must agree to authorize AMVETS to publicize your scholarship award, if you are selected
What is the basis of selection for the AMVETS National Scholarships?
All scholarships are awarded on the basis of financial need, academic promise, and merit. The scholarships are intended to provide financial assistance for veterans, service members, and families that have exhausted government aid, or who might not otherwise have the financial means to further their education.
Must submit an online completed, signed application, together with all supporting documents, by the deadline listed Scholarship selection shall be made without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, or disability The award determination will be made on the selection committee’s scores of the overall quality of the application and the scholarship essay. The decision of the Scholarship Committee is final and not subject to a review process
What type of educational programs may the AMVETS National Scholarships be used for?
Part time or full time undergraduate courses
Graduate courses
Accredited degree or certificate programs
Online educational programs
What do I need to do in order to qualify for renewal of the annual awards?
The schools prescribed academic standards must be maintained
Evidence of continued enrollment must be provided
All scholarships must be used in their entirety within five years of the award date Any amount remaining unused within five years will be forfeitedHow will my personal information be used?
In the spirit of The Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. & 552A, as amended, protecting your privacy is important to us. AMVETS will use the personal information you provide for the sole purpose of evaluating your scholarship application. It will not be shared, sold or otherwise made available to any individual, corporation or organization. Disclosure is voluntary. However, failure to provide information could preclude your consideration for this scholarship. What are the values of AMVETS National Scholarships being offered?
Veterans, Active Duty, Guard/Reserves
$4,000 – ($1,000 awarded annually over four years), 3 awarded each year $12,000 – ($3,000 awarded annually over four years), 2 awarded each year $1,000 – 1 awarded each year
Children, grandchildren of veteran or active duty service member/Guard or Reserve.* Graduating High School Seniors Only
$4,000 – ($1,000 awarded annually over four years) 6 awarded each year $1,000 – 1 awarded each yearWould you like to improve your SAT/ACT scores but have not done so because of the cost associated with the options for these types of preparatory programs? REE SAT/ACT Software for Military Families]
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Questions?
Please email smullen@amvets.org.