Arkansas Heroes Scholarship

The Arkansas Heroes Scholarship, administered by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education, is designed for the spouses and dependents of specific U.S. Armed Forces members. Eligible military sponsors include Department of Defense medical retirees, Medal of Honor recipients, and Purple Heart recipients. The program also extends eligibility to the dependents of law enforcement officers or state personnel who suffered a fatal injury or a permanent disability in the line of duty.

This renewable award covers tuition, housing, and fees for qualifying students. To receive this state aid, students must navigate the federal financial aid process, as federal aid must be applied to the student's account before state scholarship funds can be distributed. Under state guidelines, the program uses the Federal Cost of Attendance method to ensure that a student's total financial aid package does not exceed the overall cost of attending their institution. For current dates and deadlines, see the official page.