Scholarships for Military Children

The Scholarships for Military Children Program was created to recognize the contributions of military families and celebrate the role of commissaries in the military community.

Program Details:

• Scholarships are funded through contributions and awarded annually at each commissary operated by the Defense Commissary Agency worldwide.

• A total of 500 scholarships will be awarded each year.

• At least one scholarship will be awarded at every commissary location where qualified applications are received.

• Additional scholarships will be allocated on a prorated basis, with commissaries with more applicants having more recipients.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must possess a valid U.S. Uniformed Services Identification and Privilege Card (DD Form 1173).

• Parent(s) must be serving or retired from:

  • Army

  • Marine Corps

  • Navy

  • Air Force

  • Coast Guard

• Must be enrolled or planning to enroll in:

  • A full-time undergraduate program leading to a bachelor’s degree, or

  • A community or junior college program that allows for direct transfer into a four-year program.

Academic Requirements:

• High school applicants: Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

• College applicants: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale.

• College freshmen must submit a first-semester transcript.

Application Process:

• Students must complete the application themselves and confirm their responsibility when submitting it.

• Essay: Write a short 500-word essay (topic announced when the scholarship opens).

• Transcripts:

  • High school applicants must submit a transcript showing a GPA of 3.0 or above.

  • College applicants must submit a transcript showing a GPA of 2.5 or above.

• Eligibility Validation: Must enter the benefits number found on the reverse of the DD Form 1173 card.

• Important Note: If students qualify for an ID card but do not have one, they should visit a military personnel office to obtain one with the appropriate documentation.