Military | Veteran | Dependent scholarships and funding
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Scholarships aren't just for "A" students. There are opportunities based on branch of service, degree program, personal stories and more! After you've been admitted to ASU, use the button below to search scholarship opportunities available for the veteran and military-connected community at ASU, and be sure to check deadlines and requirements when applying. Investing the time to research scholarships can help fund your college goals.
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Spouses Scholarship
The Spouses of Military Veterans Tuition Scholarship covers tuition and fees for ASU undergraduate students who are married to an honorably discharged veteran of the armed forces. Log in to Scholarship Universe to apply.
Military Affiliated Scholarship
ASU Online students only
The Military Affiliated Scholarship (MAS) was designed for nonresident ASU Online students using the Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) at the 50% to 90% eligibility level. This scholarship helps cover the difference between resident and nonresident tuition. Scholarship amounts for any given semester are set by taking the full difference between resident and non-resident tuition and multiplying it by the student’s eligibility level percentage.
To become eligible for the MAS, submit a valid Chapter 33 Certificate of Eligibility to the Pat Tillman Veterans Center at [email protected]. Beginning in fall 2025, Chapter 33 students must additionally complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Also beginning fall 2025, MAS will only pay for the tuition and college fees left over after Pell Grants and other scholarships are used.
Active duty and reservist scholarship
ASU Online students only
Arizona State University honors the people who serve our country by offering the Military Active Duty and Reservist Commitment Scholarship (MRS). With the scholarship, active duty and reservist military members seeking an undergraduate degree will no longer have any out-of-pocket tuition expenses, but will be responsible for any class or mandatory fees not covered by their TA/MRS. Beginning in fall 2025, MRS eligible students must additionally complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Also beginning fall 2025, the MRS will only pay for the tuition and college fees left over after Pell Grants and other scholarships are used.
The Levi Rodgers Scholarship
The Levi Rodgers Scholarship offers quarterly $500 awards for veterans and military families
The Levi Rodgers Scholarship provides a $500 award each quarter, specifically for veterans, military families, and their dependents. The mission of the scholarship is to support educational advancement and honor the significant sacrifices made by veterans and their families.
Scholarship overview:
- Name: Levi Rodgers Scholarship
- Award amount: $500 (quarterly)
- Eligibility: Veterans with 100% service-connected disabilities, surviving spouses, and children of service members who died as a result of service-related causes
- Deadline: Offered quarterly in January, April, July and October
- Link: https://valoannetwork.com/levi-rodgers-scholarship/
Lisa and Rick Ampil Scholarship
The Pat Tillman Veterans Center is very excited to announce the opening of the Lisa and Rick Ampil Scholarship! Lisa an ASU alum and veteran spouse, and Rick an Army veteran, are dedicated to the success of our ASU military-connected learners. They have created this scholarship to help our military/veteran spouses attended ASU. Scholarships are based on a student’s financial need, academic performance, and potential to complete their program of study.
Applications for this scholarship are now closed.
Fox – Pat Tillman Veterans Center Scholarship
Through the Fox Corporation’s generous gift, the Fox - Pat Tillman Veterans Center Scholarship was established to offer multiple scholarships to student veterans attending ASU Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Fox Corporation is devoted to the success of student veterans majoring in journalism and/or mass communication. Awards will be based on student’s resume, essays, letter of recommendation, and the potential to complete their program of study.
Applications for this scholarship are now closed
2024 Salute to Service Honor Award Scholarship
Through the gifts of generous sponsors, the 2024 Salute to Service Honor Award Scholarship was created to offer multiple scholarships to student veterans to support their higher education journey. These sponsors include Honeywell and SRP are devoted to the success of student veterans nationally and at Arizona State University. Scholarships are based on a student’s financial need, academic performance, and potential to complete their program of study. Awards will cover the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025, equally disbursed.
Applications for this scholarship are now closed
Goldwater Scholarship
The Goldwater Scholarship supports students pursuing research careers in mathematics, science, and engineering. The scholarship provides up to $7,500 for educational costs, as well as immense prestige, which can position the student well for later fellowships and admission to top-tier graduate programs. Each college or university in the US may nominate up to four students per year, but the program recently expanded its policies to allow a fifth nomination if the student is a veteran. Eligible candidates would be sophomore or junior STEM majors who aspire to doctoral degrees and careers in STEM research. Strong applicants will have a high GPA and undergraduate research experience. Interested students can view our recent information session and consult our application instructions for specific requirements. The deadline to apply for nomination is November 25.
Truman Scholarship
Aimed at students committed to careers in public service, the Truman Scholarship is an excellent fit for veterans who plan to continue serving their communities and country through careers in government or non-profit sectors. The scholarship provides up to $30,000 towards eligible graduate or professional school degrees, as well as substantial leadership development programming and access to high-level internships in Washington DC. Each college or university may nominate up to four students per year. Eligible candidates would be undergraduate juniors with demonstrated leadership potential and commitment to public service; the scholarship is open to students in any major, and there is no minimum GPA. Interested students can view our “Truman in Ten” video and consult our application instructions for specific requirements. The deadline to apply for nomination is November 25.
Boren Awards
A program of the National Security Education Program (which is sponsored by the Department of Defense), the Boren Awards fund study abroad experiences that focus on critical language study. The Boren Scholarship, which is offered to undergraduate students, provides up to $25,000, and the Boren Fellowship, for graduate students, offers up to $30,000. Applicants must be endorsed by ASU, but there is no limit to the number of students who may apply. Eligible candidates would be undergraduate or graduate students who wish to study a foreign language deemed ‘critical’ to US national security interests. Strong preference is given to candidates who aspire to careers in the federal government related to national security. Special initiatives exist for applicants who participate in ROTC and Language Flagship programs. Interested students can view our Critical Foreign Languages Fellowships info session and consult our application instructions for specific requirements. Prospective applicants must complete an intake meeting by December 6. Read about recent Boren Scholar and Marine veteran Amber Sheardown here.
Pat Tillman Veterans Center Scholarship
Through the generosity of anonymous donors, the Pat Tillman Veterans Center Scholarship offers multiple scholarships to support veterans nationally and at ASU.
This application opens Jan. 24, 2025 and closes Feb. 23, 2025. Awardees will be notified no later than Monday, March 3, 2025.
Pat Tillman Foundation scholarship
The Tillman Scholars program supports our nation’s active duty service members, veterans and military spouses by investing in their higher education at every level, from first-year undergraduates to doctoral candidates. Since the program’s inception, the Foundation has named over 520 Tillman Scholars nationwide.
As a partnering school, our students may apply to be Tillman Scholars and receive financial support to cover traditional study-related expenses such as tuition and books, and other needs. Items covered include (but are not limited to) housing, transportation and childcare. In providing this support, the Pat Tillman Foundation aims to remove obstacles that would otherwise prohibit academic and career success.
Family First Military Veterans Scholarship
The Family First Scholarship is for undergraduate students at ASU who are Chapter 35 benefits-eligible dependents of military veterans. This award is selected and administered by the ASU Foundation.
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Yellow Ribbon Program
The Yellow Ribbon Program pertains to nonresident students using the Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33) at the 100% eligibility level. This program is designed to help cover differences between resident and nonresident tuition. Under this voluntary program, institutions can enter into an agreement with the VA to help fund the additional expenses for eligible students. The VA will match each additional dollar funded by the institution, and the combined amounts may not exceed the full cost of the institution’s charged tuition for the VA-approved programs.
For campus-based programs, ASU allocates a limited number of undergraduate and graduate Yellow Ribbon scholarships each year. Students need to apply for the scholarship and may go on a waiting list if all allocations have been filled.
For ASU Online, allocations are not limited at this time. After students establish their eligibility, their Yellow Ribbon funds will be applied automatically.
Clair F. Reish Veterans Scholarship
The Clair F. Reish Veterans Scholarship was established by C. Frederick Reish, Jr. in memory of his father, Clair Frederick Reish, who served in both the U.S. Army and Air Force. Mr. Reish was awarded the Bronze Star while serving in the Korean War, and after retiring from the Air Force, attended Arizona State University through the GI Bill®. He graduated as a Sun Devil with a degree in accounting.
This scholarship seeks to continue the incredible legacy of service displayed by Clair Reish in
supporting student veterans who attend ASU.
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Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship
The Edith Nourse Rogers Science Technology Engineering Math (STEM) Scholarship allows some eligible Veterans and dependents in high-demand fields to extend their Post-9/11 GI Bill® or Fry Scholarship benefits. Read below to find out if you’re eligible for up to 9 months (or $30,000) of added benefits and how to apply.
"GI Bill®” is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.