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VFW Post 8191 Scholarship

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The VFW Post 8191 Scholarship offers $500 to active duty or honorably discharged veterans and their dependents attending . Applicants must be residents of South Brevard County, Florida, and studying in specific fields such as public safety or nursing.

Eligible: United States Study in: United States

05.18.26

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$500

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Active duty or honorably discharged veterans
Dependents of veterans
Students studying public safety or nursing

Key highlights

Award amount: $500
Deadline: May 18, 2026
Eligibility includes financial need and a minimum GPA of 2.50

Why apply

Financial support for education costs
Encouragement for veterans and their families to pursue higher education

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Review status

Apr 2, 2026

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Who can apply

Must be a U.S. Armed Service active duty or honorably discharged veteran or their dependent
Minimum GPA of 2.50
Resident of South Brevard County, Florida
Attending
Studying public safety, nursing, or seeking an associate degree to become a teacher

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Upcoming

Field of study

Education, Health Professions and Clinical Sciences

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Payout method

Paid directly to the student

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Prepare the required materials shown in this listing: Financial documentation (if required).
Plan submission around the listed deadline: 2026-05-18.
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Special eligibilityFinancial need

U.S. Armed Service active duty or honorably discharged veteran or their dependent (spouse, child, or grandchild).
Minimum 2.50 GPA.
Resident of South Brevard County, Florida (south of SR 520).
Attend .
Seeking a professional certification, associate, or bachelor's degree full or part-time.
Studying public safety, nursing, or plan to become a teacher.
Demonstrate financial need.
Preference is given to students who have participated in junior ROTC in high school.

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Applications are accepted until May 18, 2026, with a focus on financial need.

Award & payment

Amount: $500

Payout: Paid directly to the student

About the provider

Overview

This scholarship provides $500 to eligible veterans and their dependents studying at .

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Information last verified Apr 2, 2026.

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