# Armed Services Scholarship

> Amount varies from State of Vermont. Rolling deadline.

- Edition: Data verified Nov 2026 · CollegesRef 2026–27 edition
- Page: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/armed-services-scholarship
- Provider: State of Vermont (State)
- Award: Amount varies
- Deadline: Rolling deadline
- State list: https://www.collegesref.com/scholarships/state/vt
- Official page: https://www.vsac.org/pay/student-aid-options/scholarships/military-servicemembers
- Last verified by CollegesRef: Nov 6, 2026

## About this scholarship

The Armed Services Scholarship, sponsored by the State of Vermont, is designed to provide tuition assistance for the families of military personnel. To qualify, an applicant must be the child, stepchild, or spouse of an eligible member of the Vermont National Guard, the United States active reserve, or the active armed services who died while serving on active or inactive duty. Recipients must also be enrolled in an approved certificate or degree program at a participating Vermont university, college, technical institute, or post-secondary institution. 

To apply for this program, students must complete the Unified Scholarship Application and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Depending on individual circumstances, applicants may also need to submit additional documentation, such as a marriage certificate, a birth certificate, or a verification letter from the Adjutant General. Completed applications are considered on a first-come, first-served basis.

## Who can apply

- Residents of: VT
- Education level: Undergraduate
- College types: Public college, Private college, 2-year college, 4-year college, Technical or trade school
- Must be a child, stepchild, or spouse of an eligible Vermont National Guard, U.S. active reserve, or active armed services member who died while on active or inactive duty.

## How to apply

Complete and submit the Unified Scholarship Application along with the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and provide any required supporting documentation such as certificates or military letters.

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