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Military & Veteran Scholarships 2026–2027 — 62 Available lists current scholarship opportunities in this category with award amounts, deadlines, eligibility notes, and direct application links.

Military & Veteran Scholarships 2026–2027 — 62 Available

Military & Veteran scholarships for 2026–2027: SwiftScholarships lists 62 verified military & veteran scholarships with direct application links. Browse awards by amount and deadline, and apply directly to each scholarship's official page.

Ohio Safety Officers College Memorial Fund

Ohio Safety Officers College Memorial Fund | Deadline: 2026-06-30

Memorial scholarship honoring Ohio first responders, providing significant funding for dependents' higher education. Substantial award to cover extens

military-veteran

$37,796

Veterans and Family Scholarship

Unknown from the provided source | Deadline: 2026-06-30

This scholarship supports veterans and their families pursuing eligible fields of study. It is listed as a June 30 deadline opportunity in the provide

military-veteran

Varies

Veterans and Family Scholarship

Fastweb | Deadline: 2026-06-30

A scholarship aimed at veterans and their family members in specific academic fields. Fastweb lists it as an active 2026 opportunity.

military-veteran

Varies

Homefront Scholars Military Spouse Scholarship

Fastweb | Deadline: 2026-06-30

Supports military spouses with college funding. Fastweb lists it among the notable 2026 military family scholarships.

military-veteran

$1,000

The Dependent Scholarship

Fight 4 Vets | Deadline: 2026-07-04

Supports dependents by recognizing the positive impact of military life. Applicants share personal stories of their experiences.

military-veteran

$1,000

Fight4Vets Dependent Scholarship

Fight4Vets | Deadline: 2026-07-04

Supports dependents of military families in undergraduate/graduate studies through essay-based selection. Focuses on personal growth from military fam

military-veteran

$1,000

Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship

National Military Family Association | Deadline: 2026-09-30

A scholarship program for military spouses seeking college or vocational education. Award sizes vary based on the applicant pool and funding.

military-veteran

$500

Scholarships for Military Children

Fisher House Foundation | Deadline: 2026-12-01

Awards 500 scholarships at Defense Commissary Agency locations worldwide for the 2027-2028 academic year. Funding comes from contributions, with at le

military-veteran

$2,000

Heroes' Legacy Scholarship

Fisher House Foundation | Deadline: 2026-12-31

Supports tuition, books, and college expenses for children of post-9/11 fallen or disabled service members.

military-veteran

Varies

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation Scholarship

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | Deadline: 2026-12-31

Offers college funding and counseling to ensure debt-free education for children of fallen service members. Comprehensive support for military depende

military-veteran

$6,250

CCME Veteran Scholarship

Council of College and Military Educators | Deadline: 2026-12-31

Supports veterans transitioning to college with funding for education expenses. Deadline TBD for 2026-2027 cycle.

military-veteran

$1,000

Military Family Support Trust Scholarship

Military Family Support Trust | Deadline: 2027-02-01

Supports military families with substantial awards for college funding. Focuses on long-term educational support amid family service sacrifices.

military-veteran

$12,000

Tillman Scholars Program

Pat Tillman Foundation | Deadline: 2027-02-01

The Tillman Scholars Program supports military-connected leaders in college and graduate school. It focuses on academic achievement and community impa

military-veteran

$10,000

Fisher House Foundation Scholarships for Military Children Program

Fisher House Foundation | Deadline: 2027-02-11

This program awards scholarships to recognize military families and help cover college-related costs. Fisher House states that 500 scholarships valued

military-veteran

$2,000

Children of Fallen Patriots Scholarship

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | Deadline: 2027-03-01

This foundation helps children of fallen service members attend college debt-free. It also provides counseling and long-term educational support.

military-veteran

Varies

American Patriot Freedom Scholarship

Homefront America, Inc. | Deadline: 2027-03-31

Awards 25 scholarships annually to military dependent children. Has provided over $95,000 since 2006 to support college education.

military-veteran

$1,000

Army Daughters Scholarship

Army Daughters | Deadline: 2027-03-31

Supports higher education for female descendants of Army officers. Focuses on daughters of long-serving commissioned and warrant officers.

military-veteran

$1,500

Folds of Honor Scholarship

Folds of Honor | Deadline: 2027-03-31

Provides up to $5,000 per academic year (max $2,500 per term) to cover unmet tuition needs. Applications open February 1 to March 31 annually.

military-veteran

$5,000

First Responder Scholarships

Folds of Honor | Deadline: 2027-03-31

Scholarships covering unmet educational needs for first responder families. Annual window from February 1 to March 31.

military-veteran

$5,000

Chief Petty Officer Scholarship Fund

Chief Petty Officer Scholarship Fund | Deadline: 2027-04-01

Offers 2 scholarships of $5,000 and 20-50 of $2,000 based on fund availability to support education for Navy Chief Petty Officer families.

military-veteran

$2,000

Air Force Aid Society General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant

Air Force Aid Society | Deadline: 2027-04-01

Need-based grant for Air Force families pursuing undergraduate study. The source identifies it as a $2,000 grant for selected eligible dependents.

military-veteran

$2,000

AMVETS Scholarships

AMVETS | Deadline: 2027-04-30

Provides substantial awards to support post-secondary education for military-connected individuals and their families.

military-veteran

$4,000

Air Force Association Scholarships

Air Force Association | Deadline: 2027-05-01

Awards 12 scholarships with multiple recipients per category to support education for Air Force and Space Force families.

military-veteran

$1,000

AFCEA Educational Foundation Scholarships

AFCEA Educational Foundation | Deadline: 2027-05-31

Offers various merit-based scholarships to promote education in fields relevant to military and intelligence communities.

military-veteran

$2,500

AMVETS National Scholarship Program

AMVETS | Deadline: 2027-05-31

A military scholarship program for service members and eligible family members. The referenced source states awards up to $12,000 for qualified applic

military-veteran

$4,000

Scholarships for Military Children Program

Fisher House Foundation | Deadline: 2027-12-31

Awards 500 scholarships of $2,000 each at Defense Commissary Agency locations worldwide for the 2027-2028 academic year. Application opens December 20

military-veteran

$2,000

Schweiger Memorial Scholarship

Advanced American Construction

This scholarship honors veterans with financial support for college expenses. It recognizes those embodying service spirit.

military-veteran

$5,000

Earl Jennings Puckett Memorial Scholarship

Patriot Legacy Fund

Annual award supporting higher education for those continuing service legacy. Focuses on community involvement.

military-veteran

$5,000

Military Order of the Purple Heart Scholarship

Military Order of the Purple Heart

Supports higher education for Purple Heart honorees and families. Aids those connected to wounded or fallen service members.

military-veteran

Varies

VFW Military Scholarships

Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)

Offers scholarships to recent or active VFW military personnel. Supports transition to education post-service.

military-veteran

$3,000

Youth Scholarship Program

Electronic Security Association (ESA)

Multiple awards for first responder families pursuing college. First place $7,500, second $2,500 based on merit.

military-veteran

$2,500

America’s 9/11 Scholarship Foundation

America’s 9/11 Scholarship Foundation

Up to 15 annual awards commemorating first responders' sacrifices. Supports education for their children.

military-veteran

$2,000

First Responders Children’s Foundation Scholarship

First Responders Children’s Foundation

Provides renewable funding for undergraduate study. Evaluates academic and financial factors for first responder families.

military-veteran

$6,250

Purple Heart Foundation Scholarships

Purple Heart Foundation

Covers tuition, room, board, books for higher education. Paid directly to institutions for eligible recipients.

military-veteran

Varies

2026 AMVETS Veteran, Active Duty & Guard/Reserve Scholarship

AMVETS | Deadline: null

Provides significant funding for military members and veterans. Awarded based on qualifications.

military-veteran

$12,000

Law Enforcement Family Member Scholarship

Law Offices of Fales & Fales, P.A. | Deadline: unknown

Annual award to support education for law enforcement families. Carries a $1,000 benefit.[1]

military-veteran

$1,000

AFCEA War Veterans Scholarship

Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association (AFCEA) | Deadline: unknown

Provides financial relief twice a year. Targets specific conflict veterans pursuing education.[2]

military-veteran

$2,500

Folds of Honor Scholarships

Folds of Honor | Deadline: Ongoing

Provides life-changing educational scholarships to honor families of those who serve and protect. Scholarships cover tuition, books, and fees for appr

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Varies

Folds of Honor Educational Scholarships

Folds of Honor | Deadline: Not specified

Life-changing scholarships committed to supporting families of those who serve and protect the country and communities.

military-veteran

Not specified

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation Scholarships

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | Deadline: Not specified

Provides college scholarships and educational counseling with the vision that every military child can have a debt-free college education.

military-veteran

Not specified

AFCEA War Veterans Scholarship

AFCEA | Deadline: Varies (twice yearly)

Merit-based awards provided twice a year to offer financial relief for higher education. Focuses on communications and electronics fields.

military-veteran

$2,500

Arnold Sobel Scholarship

Fairleigh Dickinson University / Coast Guard related

Four annual scholarships supporting education for Coast Guard enlisted families. Awarded based on need and merit to children of qualifying service mem

military-veteran

$5,000

Folds of Honor – North Texas Scholarship

Folds of Honor North Texas | Deadline: Not specified (year-round check)

Provides educational support to families of fallen or disabled heroes in military and first responder communities. Focuses on North Texas but open bro

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Varies

Military Family Support Trust Scholarships

Military Family Support Trust | Deadline: Not specified (annual)

Annual program awarding 12 scholarships to support higher education for military family members in Florida. Values have increased over time to aid mor

military-veteran

$4,000

Scholarships for Military Children Program

Fisher House Foundation / Defense Commissary Agency

A national scholarship program for children of military families. Awards help cover tuition and other college-related expenses.

military-veteran

$2,000

Heroes’ Legacy Scholarship

Fisher House Foundation

Provides educational support to the children of fallen or disabled military service members. The scholarship is intended to help with college expenses

military-veteran

Varies

Marine Gunnery Sergeant John D. Fry Scholarship

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

A federal education benefit for eligible survivors of fallen service members. It can help pay for tuition, housing, books, and other education costs.

military-veteran

Varies

Fallen Patriots Scholarship

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation

Supports college education for children who lost a parent in military service. The foundation also provides educational counseling and guidance.

military-veteran

Varies

Edward T. Conroy Memorial Scholarship Program

Maryland Higher Education Commission

A Maryland scholarship program for dependents of fallen or totally disabled service members. It helps eligible students attend Maryland postsecondary

military-veteran

Varies

Veterans of the Afghanistan and Iraq Conflicts Scholarship Program

Maryland Higher Education Commission

A state scholarship for military families affected by Afghanistan or Iraq service. Awards support undergraduate education in Maryland.

military-veteran

Varies

USAA Guardian Scholarship

Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation

A scholarship opportunity funded by USAA to support children of fallen service members. It is intended to help with the cost of higher education.

military-veteran

$6,250

My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship

U.S. Department of Defense | Deadline: On-going

A career education scholarship for military spouses to help pay for associate degrees, licenses, certifications, and other workforce training. Funds a

military-veteran

$4,000

Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund

Freedom Alliance

This scholarship fund assists military families with educational expenses. Awards are based on individual need and program criteria.

military-veteran

Varies

USAA Guardian Scholarship

USAA

This scholarship program provides substantial multi-year funding for eligible military dependents. The cited source says it offers up to four annual g

military-veteran

$6,250

Van Hipp Heroes Scholarship

National University

This scholarship provides annual support to military-connected students. The source states that four annual grants of $1,000 are awarded for a total o

military-veteran

$1,000

Air Force Aid Society General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program

Air Force Aid Society | Deadline: Varies

An education grant program for Air Force families. It provides undergraduate support to qualified dependents and spouses.

military-veteran

$2,000

VFR High School Scholarship

Veterans & First Responders Foundation

The VFR Foundation awards multiple scholarships to support the children of first responders. It is a straightforward scholarship aimed at graduating h

military-veteran

$1,000

AMVETS Veteran, Active Duty & Guard/Reserve Scholarship

AMVETS

AMVETS offers scholarship support for veterans and current service members. The award amount varies and can reach up to $12,000.

military-veteran

$12,000

Van Hipp Heroes Scholarship

USAA

This scholarship supports military-connected students with multi-year funding. Source material describes it as four annual grants of $1,000.

military-veteran

$4,000

Ben Hines Memorial Foundation Scholarship

Ben Hines Memorial Foundation

This scholarship supports children connected to military and first responder service. Awards are available to both graduating high school seniors and

military-veteran

$2,000

VFR High School Scholarship

VFR Foundation

The VFR Foundation offers scholarships for children of first responders pursuing higher education. The program supports students transitioning from hi

military-veteran

$1,000

USAA Guardian Scholarship

USAA Educational Foundation | Deadline: Rolling

A multi-year scholarship intended to support military families after a qualifying loss or disability. The source describes awards of up to $25,000 tot

military-veteran

$6,250

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How many military & veteran scholarships are available?

SwiftScholarships currently lists 62 military & veteran scholarships. Our database is updated daily with new opportunities.

What is the average military & veteran scholarship amount?

Award amounts vary widely, from under $1,000 to over $25,000. Browse individual listings to see exact amounts and eligibility requirements.

When are the deadlines for military & veteran scholarships?

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