Top Scholarships For Children Of Veterans
There are several scholarships available for children of veterans to support their education. These scholarships provide financial assistance for tuition, living expenses, and other academic needs.
Government-Funded Scholarships
Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship (USA)
Covers full tuition and housing allowances for children of military personnel who died in service after September 11, 2001.
Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) Program (USA)
Provides monthly financial aid for eligible children of veterans who are disabled or deceased due to service-related causes.
Post-9/11 GI Bill Transfer (USA)
Veterans can transfer unused GI Bill benefits to their children, covering tuition, housing, and books.
Veteran Service Organization Scholarships
American Legion Legacy Scholarship (USA)
Offers financial assistance to children of post-9/11 veterans who died while on active duty.
VFW “Sport Clips Help A Hero” Scholarship (USA)
Provides financial aid to military dependents, including children of veterans.
AMVETS National Scholarships (USA)
Available to children and grandchildren of veterans who have served honorably.
University-Specific Scholarships
Pat Tillman Foundation Scholarship (USA)
Supports military families, including children of veterans, with tuition assistance and leadership development.
Folds of Honor Scholarship (USA)
Provides educational support for children of fallen or disabled veterans.
Children of Warriors National Presidents’ Scholarship (USA)
Offered by the American Legion Auxiliary to children of veterans pursuing higher education.
Private and Nonprofit Organization Scholarships
Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund (USA)
Provides tuition assistance to children of fallen or permanently disabled service members.
Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (USA)
Supports children of active-duty, retired, or deceased Marines with financial aid for college.
ThanksUSA Scholarship (USA)
Provides need-based scholarships for military dependents, including children of veterans.
International and Specialized Scholarships
Commonwealth Orphans’ Scholarship (UK & Commonwealth Nations)
Helps children of fallen veterans from Commonwealth countries pursue higher education.
The Armed Forces Children’s Education Fund (Global)
Supports education for children of military personnel who lost their lives in service.
