AMVETS National Scholarships

Scholarship Sponsored by AMVETS

AMVETS Undergraduate Scholarship — Overview

AMVETS awards scholarships of up to $12,000 to eligible Veterans or active-duty members of the U.S. military, including National Guard and Reserve personnel, who are pursuing an undergraduate degree. Graduate-level study is not eligible (NO POST GRADS).

Who may apply (Eligibility)
- U.S. citizen.
- Honorably discharged (or general under honorable conditions) Veteran, or current active-duty service member, including National Guard and Reserves.
- Must satisfy AMVETS/FAFSA criteria for a “regular student.”
- Enrolled in, or accepted to, an eligible bachelor’s degree program at an accredited four-year college or university (undergraduate study only).
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Not in default on a federal student loan.
- Agree to allow AMVETS to publicize scholarship awards.

Application period and disqualification
- Applications accepted January 1 through April 30 each year.
- Late or incomplete submissions will be disqualified.

Required documentation (may be requested)
- Proof of service: DD214 showing honorable discharge, veteran record, or a current letter from your command (see www.archives.gov).
- High school transcript with GPA or high school diploma.
- FAFSA Submission Summary from Federal Student Aid (www.studentaid.gov).
- Letter of acceptance from an accredited four-year college or university.
- School billing statements or other school expense documentation/publications.
- Student résumé highlighting four years of high school achievements, extracurricular activities, and volunteer service.
- A themed essay of 400–500 words (theme provided on the application).
- Tax forms may be requested but are not required.

Selection process — grading phases
Phase One — Eligibility verification and academic merit.
Phase Two — Evaluation of the required essay and evidence of merit and volunteerism.
Phase Three — Assessment of financial need and final scholar selection; successful applicants will be notified following this phase.

About AMVETS
Founded in 1944 and chartered by Congress, AMVETS (American Veterans) is one of the nation’s most inclusive Congressionally chartered veterans service organizations, representing the interests of roughly 20 million veterans. With more than 250,000 members nationwide, AMVETS advocates for all who have honorably served in the U.S. Armed Forces — including National Guard and Reserve members. AMVETS offers scholarships and grants to Veterans, Active Duty, Guard and Reserve members, as well as spouses, children, and grandchildren, and intends these awards to fill financial gaps remaining after all available federal and state grants or scholarships have been applied.

AMVETS mission
To protect and advance benefits for all American veterans who have served honorably and to improve the quality of life for veterans, their families, and their communities through leadership, advocacy, and services.

Notifications
Winners will be notified by email in late June to early July and names will be posted on the AMVETS scholarship page in August (www.amvets.org/scholarships).