Coast Guard Foundation Scholarship Program

Coast Guard Foundation

Amount: $5,000
Deadline: April 1 (2026 - check for 2027 updates)
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

The Coast Guard Foundation provides scholarships to dependent children and spouses of U.S. Coast Guard members to help them pursue higher education. Scholarships are primarily need-based.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 2.0+
  • Demographic: military-child, military-spouse
  • Dependent children or spouses of U.S. Coast Guard members (active duty, reserve, retired, or deceased)
  • Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited undergraduate program
  • Demonstrate financial need

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR)
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of Coast Guard affiliation

Timeline

Applications open in November. Deadline in April. Notifications in July.

Tips

Financial need is a significant factor. Ensure your FAFSA is completed accurately. Highlight how your Coast Guard family background has influenced your educational journey.