Class of 1968 Scholarship

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The Class of 1968 Scholarship is available for students at the whose parents served in the Vietnam War. The scholarship is open to undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students pursuing various degrees or certifications. Preference is given to descendants of the Class of 1968. The application deadline is December 30, 2026.

Dec 30, 2026

251 days left

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Award amount

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Students at the
Children of Vietnam War veterans
Descendants of the Class of 1968

Key highlights

Open to U.S. residents attending the .
Available for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students.
Preference for descendants of the Class of 1968.

Why apply

Potentially receive financial support for your education.
Special consideration if you are a descendant of the Class of 1968.

Who can apply

Child of a Vietnam War veteran.
U.S. resident.
Enrolled at the .
Open to undergraduate, graduate, or doctoral students.

Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.

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Quick facts

Status

Upcoming

Study levels

College freshman, College sophomore, College junior, College senior, Graduate student

Eligible institutions

Payout method

Not stated on the listing

Before you apply

AI guidance

Things to double-check on the official page.

Important checks

Ensure you are a U.S. resident attending the .
Verify your parent's Vietnam War veteran status.
Check if you are a descendant of the Class of 1968 for preference.

Missing or unclear on the listing

Exact award amount.
Number of awards available.
Specific application requirements or essays.

Red flags

Award amount is unspecified.
Payout method is not stated.

Next steps

AI guidance

A short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.

Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
Skim the official instructions for any uploads or essays.
Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
Apply through the official site linked above.

Application tips

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Listing-specific ideas from our AI layer — not official rules. Skip anything that does not match the program page.

Prepare documentation proving your parent's service in the Vietnam War.
Highlight any connection to the Class of 1968 if applicable.

Key requirements (1)

Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.

Special eligibility

1 requirement; see the official page for full details.

Applying

Apply for the Class of 1968 Scholarship by December 30, 2026, if you meet the eligibility criteria. Preference for descendants of the Class of 1968.

About the provider

Overview

The Class of 1968 Scholarship supports UMass Amherst students whose parents served in the Vietnam War. Preference is given to descendants of the Class of 1968.

Sponsor & application

Information last verified Apr 23, 2026.

Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.

FAQ

Who can apply for the Class of 1968 Scholarship?

U.S. residents attending the University of Massachusetts Amherst, who are children of Vietnam War veterans, can apply. Preference is given to descendants of the Class of 1968.

What is the award amount for the Class of 1968 Scholarship?

The award amount varies and is not specified in the listing.

Are there any preferences for the Class of 1968 Scholarship?

Yes, preference is given to descendants of the Class of 1968.

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