Can dependents of veterans go to college for free?
California. Qualifying military dependents may be eligible for a waiver of statewide tuition and fees (excluding books, housing, and meals) for California State University, University of California, and any State of California community college. Read about the CalVet education benefits under which you may be eligible.
Are there any benefits for grandchildren of veterans?
Although the federal government doesn’t offer benefits for the grandchildren of war veterans, there are organizations that might provide the needed aid. The scholarship is for dependent children, grandchildren and orphans and widows of veterans who died during the Vietnam War and is for an undergraduate degree.
What scholarships are available for military dependents?
Air Force dependents
- General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program.
- Lt.
- John C.
- Army Scholarship Foundation.
- SMA Leon Van Autreve Scholarship.
- Army Aviation Association of America Scholarship.
- MG James Ursano Scholarship Program.
- Women’s Army Corps Veterans’ Association Scholarship.
Can I get a VA loan if my dad was a Veteran?
In that vein, we commonly get asked, “If my father was a Veteran, can I get a VA loan?” Or, “Do you have to be a Veteran to get a VA loan?” The short answer is, you can’t get a VA loan as a non-Veteran. You must serve or previously served in the U.S. Military and meet the VA’s length of service requirements.
Are there scholarships for Vietnam Veterans of America?
The Mike Nash Memorial Fund Scholarship is available to children of Vietnam Veterans of America members who are attending an accredited two- or four-year college at least half-time. Recipients are selected based on their academic achievement, a personal essay and financial need. The amount of the award varies.
Are there scholarships for veterans and their dependents?
Although military service members, veterans, and their dependents benefit from the GI Bill®, they can still explore additional financial aid opportunities. States, military branches, schools, and organizations offer scholarships for veterans and their dependents. The following sections outline these financial aid opportunities.
Are there any scholarships available for military families?
The ASSP Foundation Family Scholarship is available to children and spouses of individuals who lost their lives in a workplace incident. Applications are only accepted for those attending school in the domestic U.S.
How many American Legion scholarships are there for grandchildren?
A total of 15 scholarships are available to daughters, sons, grandsons, granddaughters, great-granddaughters, and great-grandsons of veterans of The American Legion who have served in the military.
