Special Ops Survivors Education and Career Advancement Scholatship
Special Ops Survivors Education and Career Advancement Scholatship
The Special Ops Survivors Education and Career Advancement Scholarship offers $2,500 to spouses of Special Operations military personnel killed in duty since September 11, 2001. Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited institution and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Jun 3, 2026
57 days left
$2,500
Award amount
4
Requirements
Who can apply
- Open to surviving spouses of soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines killed after September 11, 2001
- Must be enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited college or technical school
Always verify the full eligibility rules on the official source before you apply.
Quick facts
Status
upcoming
Eligible institutions
Special Ops Survivors
Payout method
Not stated on the listing
Before you apply
AI guidanceThings to double-check on the official page.
Important checks
- Verify enrollment in an accredited program
- Ensure GPA meets the minimum requirement of 3.0
Missing or unclear on the listing
- Payout method details are not stated
- No information on the number of awards available
Next steps
AI guidanceA short checklist so you know what to do after reading the listing.
- Confirm every eligibility rule on the official program page.
- Prepare the listed materials (2 document type(s) detected in the catalog).
- Add the deadline to your calendar and submit before it passes.
- Apply through the official site linked above.
Application tips
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- Prepare a strong 500-word essay on your chosen program of study
- Highlight how your education will impact your career plans
Key requirements (4)
Program rules and conditions. Uploads and file types are listed under Required documents.
- This program is open to the surviving spouses of soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines who were serving under a U.S. military Special Operations command or directly supporting a Special Operations mission and were killed after September 11, 2001.
- Applicants must be enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited college or technical school or in a professional licensure or certification program.
- They must have a GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Selection is based on the essay, merit, academic potential, and financial need.
Required documents
Materials you may need to upload or submit; check the official application for the final list.
- Essay or written statement
- Financial documentation (if required)
Applying
Applications require a 500-word essay and are evaluated based on merit, academic potential, and financial need.
Award & payment
Amount: $2,500
Payout: Not stated on the listing
About the provider
Overview
This scholarship provides financial assistance for education to spouses of Special Operations military personnel who have died in the line of duty.
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Sponsor & application
Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.
Always confirm deadlines, requirements, and application details on the official page before you apply.