Military Scholarships and Grant Programs

The men and women who serve in our military are to be commended for putting their lives on the line in defense of our freedom. One of the "rewards" we give them for their service is a generous "G.I. Bill" that has been around since the end of World War II. Today's version of the bill offers improved coverage, but not all college costs are always met. That's why military scholarships are essential, so let's take a look at some important ones offered by leading colleges and universities:

AIU Online American InterContinental University offers a dynamic online education program for active, inactive, and reserve military personnel. AIU works diligently to uncover grant money and scholarships to help their students pay for their education. The school's "Freedom Grant" is designed as a credit to be applied against the student's college costs.
Norwich University Located in Northfield, VT, Norwich is a private university which dates all the way back to 1819 when it was founded as a military school. Its military legacy remains strong offering both merit and academic scholarships to eligible students, valued at up to $12,000 per year.
Strayer University Online With local classes throughout the southeast US as well as online education opportunities everywhere you can get a web connection, Strayer prides itself in serving our nation's military and veterans by offering 100% tuition coverage for undergraduate students. What this means is that whatever the federal government doesn't pay, Strayer covers. Veterans are also eligible for various "Yellow Ribbon" scholarships offered annually.
Post University Located in Waterbury, CT, Post University has ROTC scholarships which are based on merit, not financial need. As full tuition scholarships, separate allowances are given to cover your fees and books while a monthly stipend is offered toward housing.
Le Tourneau University A private, nondenominational Christian university located in Longview, Texas, Le Tourneau features programs in military aviation, thus the school is very supportive of military and veteran students. The school offers scholarships to eligible students but also teams up with partners to provide aviation scholarships.
University of Phoenix As the largest private university in the US, the University of Phoenix has been a strong supporter to our military ever since the school started back in the 1980s. The university works to ensure that active duty, reserve, national guard members and spouses receive a 20% discount on tuition, to help close the gap between what the government pays and what their education costs. In addition, a dedicated University of Phoenix Asia/Pacific Military Scholarship Program and a University of Phoenix/European Military Scholarship Program have been established to help students who are based in those parts of the world.
Jones International University An online university, JIU offers all military personnel (active duty, retired, honorably discharged, guard and reserve) and their family members a scholarship toward undergraduate and graduate courses and certificate programs. Scholarships include reduced tuition, waived fees and payment for books. Graduate students receive an across the board 20% discount on their tuition.
American Sentinel University In some of its programs, more than fifty percent of the American Sentinel students are active military personnel, underscoring the university's commitment to our armed forces. That commitment includes a generous military scholarship program for required books, software and associated shipping fees as well as registration, library and graduation fees.
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division Honorably discharged military personnel are eligible for a 20% discount from the Art Institute. Through the school's Financial Services Department, scholarship opportunities for all students are available regardless of enrollment status.

Finally, check your military and veteran benefits to find out what is covered by the government. In some states, additional financial help is offered which can supplement scholarships and grants offered through your school.