Checked Nov 10, 2026Nationalmilitarymerit
Scholarships for Military Children (2027-28 cycle)
Fisher House Foundation / Defense Commissary Agency
- Amount
- $2,000 each
- Deadline
- Wednesday, February 10, 2027
- Application opens
- Dec 9, 2026
- Number of awards
- 500
Who can apply
Unmarried military dependent children under 23 with a valid military ID card whose parent is active duty, reserve/guard, retired or deceased, enrolled or planning to enroll full-time in a bachelor's program or a transfer-track community college.
What you will need
- 500-word essay (topic announced at opening)
- Transcript
- Minimum 3.0 GPA (high school) or 2.5 (college)
- Benefits number from Uniformed Services ID card
- Student must complete the application personally