Military Enhanced Recognition Incentive and Tribute (MERIT) Scholarships New York State
Overview
Recipents Multiple
Award Varied
Open Date
Deadline Date 08/2025
Recurring Event Yes
State Specific Scholarship Yes
School Specific Scholarship No
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Who's Eligible
Military Branch: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Space Guard, Other
Military Status: Active Military Service, Veteran, Disabled Veteran, Dependent, Spouse, Descendant of Veteran
Student Background:
Student Disability:
Academic Status:
Academic Level:
Degree Specific: No
Detail
The MERIT Scholarships provide financial aid to the children, spouses, and dependents of U.S. Armed Forces or state-organized militia members who were New York State residents during their service.
Eligibility includes those who:
- Died, became severely and permanently disabled, or are missing in action due to an injury or illness sustained while performing military duties—whether in combat or not.
- Were determined by a licensed medical doctor or osteopath to be permanently disabled and unable to work due to physical or mental impairments.
- Are veterans who, while New York State residents, became severely and permanently disabled during military service and can no longer engage in paid employment