We’ve compiled a list of useful resources that may help as you pursue your post-high school education. We’re one of many organizations committed to educating the next generation of America’s leaders.
WHICH PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR YOU
Foundation would like to ensure that you succeed in achieving your higher education goals. We encourage you to research all types of academic institutions before choosing the school you will attend. College Board’s BigFuture is a free online planning guide that helps all students take the right first step after high school. There you can research various careers, colleges, and scholarship opportunities. You may find this website helpful when considering your post-secondary plans.
VETERAN EDUCATION BENEFITS BY STATE
Veterans pursuing higher education are usually eligible for ‘educational assistance for students’ in most states. Educational benefits for veterans and their dependents, particularly the children of deceased and disabled veterans, are also available in some states. For a list of benefits by state, visit Military.com’s list of State Veteran Education Benefits.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION’S COLLEGE SCORECARD
The College Scorecard is a free online tool to help students make data-informed decisions when choosing a college or university to attend, or even find alternative pathways to careers. Search and compare colleges: their fields of study, costs, admissions, results, and more.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
AFF- American Freedom Foundation
American Indian College Fund
AMVETS – American Veterans
Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association
Army Scholarship Foundation
Association of United States Army
Colby College – Special Student Assistance
Corvias Foundation
Fisher House – Heroes’ Legacy Scholarships Program
Folds of Honor
Freedom Alliance Scholarship Fund
General Carl E. Mundy Jr. and Linda Sloan Mundy Marine Scholarship Fund for Students at Widener University
Horatio Alger Association
Imagine America: Scholarship & Awards Programs
Jeannette Rankin Women’s Scholarship Fund
Lido Civic Club of Washington, DC
Marine Corps League Foundation
Military Family Support Trust
Military Officers Association of America
National Military Family Association
Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
Pat Tilman Foundation
Scholarship America
Two Ten Footwear Foundation Warrior Scholarship
Veterans of Foreign Wars’ Voice of Democracy
FINANCIAL AID
College Affordability Guide
CollegeBoard: College Search – SAT Registration – College Admissions
FastWeb: Scholarships, Financial Aid, and Colleges
Federal Student Aid
FinAid! Financial Aid, College Scholarships, and Student Loans
Going Merry
Online Degrees, Colleges, and Scholarships Information Website
Sallie Mae: College Answer
Scholarship Experts
Scholarships.com
Yellow Ribbon Program
MILITARY LIFE
American Legion
G.I. Bill – Dept of Veterans Affairs
Hope for the Warriors
Honoring Our Fallen
Marine Corps Association
Marine Corps Heritage Foundation
Marine Corps Official Site
Military.com
Navy League of the United States
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS)
USMC Life
Veterans of Foreign Wars
Women Marines Association
