College Money for Veterans

College Money for Veterans Finding College Money for Veterans Tuition Assistance Civilian companies sometimes offer tuition assistance for employees who qualify. Also, there are tuition assistance programs for Guard and Reserve members. Check with the education office or human resources office to see if such assistance is available and what qualifications are needed. Related Articles Charities That Offer Free Cars for Low Income Families Charities That Offer Free Cars for Low Income Families Career Change Scholarships Career Change Scholarships Scholarships for a Kid with a Deceased Parent Scholarships for a Kid with a Deceased Parent Upromise You can automatically save for college tuition through the Upromise program. This is not a program specifically designed for veterans, but is one that can help them save money. It is a free program that links credit cards and other types of cards, such as shopper loyalty cards, to your Upromise account. When you purchase certain items from specified vendors, money is automatically deposited into your account. You can receive money when you fill up the car, buy online, or book travel. Scholarships College money for veterans can be found in the thousands of scholarships that are available. The military provides extensive information on available scholarships online. These scholarships are available from different organizations and directed towards veterans based on specific criteria. For example, the Department on Defense offers scholarships, and The Military Officer's Association of America (MOAA) also has scholarships and other financial assistance programs. To apply for a scholarship through one of the military organizations, you only need to fill out one application to be considered for any of their programs. Requirements, deadlines and details, however, vary among the various programs. For example, Veterans of Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom may qualify for the Horatio Alger Military Scholarship. Two requirements for that particular scholarship include enrollment in a four-year degree program and demonstrating financial need. School-Specific Scholarships Many colleges and universities also offer scholarships for military personnel, including veterans. Some of these include Michigan State University and Grantham University, among others.University of Idaho is one example of a school that offers scholarships through "Operation: Education". The program covers tuition and living expenses. De Anza College is another; the school offers scholarships for veterans who want a degree in medicine, engineering, business, science, or technology. Some online schools have very reasonable prices and many offer members of the military special discounts.