Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Scholarships

Disabled American Veterans

Amount: $5,000
Deadline: March 31
Level: undergraduate
Renewable: No

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About

The DAV Scholarship Program provides educational grants to the children and grandchildren of service-connected disabled veterans. Awards are based on academic achievement, community service, and character.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 2.5+
  • Demographic: military-child, military-grandchild
  • Children and grandchildren of service-connected disabled veterans
  • Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited undergraduate program

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Essay
  • Transcripts
  • Proof of veteran's service-connected disability

Timeline

Applications open in November. Deadline in March. Notifications in May.

Tips

Highlight your academic strengths and commitment to community service. Clearly articulate your connection to a service-connected disabled veteran and how their service has impacted you.