Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) Children of the Wounded Scholarship
Overview
Recipents Multiple
Award $8,000 - $40,000
Open Date 01/2026
Deadline Date 04/2026
Recurring Event Yes
State Specific Scholarship No
School Specific Scholarship No
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Who's Eligible
Military Branch: Marine Corps, Navy
Military Status: Dependent, Dependent - Veteran, Dependent - Disabled veteran, Descendant of Veteran
Student Background:
Student Disability:
Academic Status:
Academic Level:
Degree Specific: No
Detail
Children of the Wounded
The Scholarship Foundation provides scholarship support of up to $40,000 over four years ($2,500 – $10,000 per year) to eligible children of the following:
- Children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen, Chaplains, or Religious Program Specialists attached to a Marine unit who were wounded in action in any war or conflict.
- Children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen, Chaplains, or Religious Program Specialists attached to a Marine unit who were permanently retired from the Marine Corps or Navy as a result of their service-related injury.
- Children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen, Chaplains, or Religious Program Specialists attached to a Marine unit whose parent is currently ill or injured and serving with Wounded Warrior Regiment/Battalion.
Note: Children of the Wounded applicants must meet the above eligibility criteria, including financial eligibility.