New York State Military Enhanced Recognition Incentive and Tribute (MERIT) Scholarship

New York State Higher Education Services Corporation (HESC)

Amount: Full tuition
Deadline: August 15
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

The MERIT Scholarship provides tuition assistance to New York residents who are veterans of combat or dependents of such veterans.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: Varies by institution
  • Demographic: veteran
  • New York resident
  • Veteran who served in combat zone or dependent of such veteran

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Proof of military service

Timeline

Application typically opens in spring. Deadline in August. Awards announced shortly after.

Tips

Gather all necessary documentation to prove military service and combat zone deployment (if applicable).