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Tillman Scholars (ID 1981)


Scholarship Description

Start Date:
2/1/2017
Deadline:
3/1/2017
Website:
http://pattillmanfoundation.org/apply-to-be-a-scholar/
Amount:
Varies
Description:
Founded in 2008, the Tillman Scholars program supports our nation’s active-duty service members, veterans and military spouses by investing in their higher education. Since the program’s inception, the Foundation has named over 400 Tillman Scholars at more than 100 institutions nationwide.

The scholarship covers educational expenses, including tuition and fees, books and living expenses. But scholars receive much more than just funding. Our program unites the best talent and leadership in the military to make a significant impact in the fields of medicine, law, business, policy, technology, education and the arts.

Details about the Application

In order to best prepare for completing the application, please have the following information available during the process: military service history, educational history, enrollment plans, and expected academic/living expenses and income for the upcoming academic year.

The following documents will need to be uploaded in a digital file format:

Documentation of military service and/or community impact as a military spouse. All discharged service members must provide their most recent DD-214 (please block out your SSN). Active Reservist or National Guard applicants may provide alternate military service verification forms. Note: all submitted military service verification forms will undergo validation.

Résumé including education, work, public service history, recognitions and awards earned.
Responses to (2) essay questions exploring the following areas: military and public service motivation and experiences; and educational, career and service ambitions.

Character recommendation from a third-party

If an applicant progresses, we will request the following additional information at junctures in the selection process: student aid report from FAFSA; (2) photos from military service or with your spouse; institutional financial aid award letter; and completion of a background check. Please download our background check policy here.

All Tillman Scholar applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to be considered for funding.

Contact Information

Name/Company:
Pat Tillman Foundation
Address:
217 N. Jefferson Street Suite 602
City:
Chicago
State:
IL
Zip:
60661
Phone:
(773) 360-5277
Email:
[email protected]

Eligibility

Gender:
NA
Enrollment:
Full(12+ Credits)
Association:
Veteran
Eligibility:
The following candidates may apply to become a Tillman Scholar:

-Veteran and active-duty military service members
-Honorably discharged of pre-and post-9/11 service
-From all branches of the U.S. Military including National Guard and Reserve
-Current spouses of veterans or active-duty service members, including surviving spouses

Service members or spouses pursuing a degree as a full-time* student:
-Undergraduate (Bachelor’s or above)
-Graduate or professional degree
-At a public or private, U.S.-based accredited institution