Dr. Aurelio M. Caccomo Memorial Scholarship

Scholarship in memory and honoring Dr. Aurelio M. Caccomo, an Army Reservist Colonel and orthopedic surgeon who established his Family Foundation to provide scholarships for veterans. The scholarship honors his legacy of service and commitment to education.

Award: Two (2) scholarships of $12,000 awarded annually

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a United States veteran or member of the National Guard or Reserves
• Must be a United States citizen
• Must demonstrate financial need
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Must agree to authorize AMVETS to publicize your scholarship award, if selected
• Must be enrolled or accepted for enrollment to an eligible program
• Must not be in default on a federal student loan
• Must not be convicted under state or federal law of sale or possession of illegal drugs

Geographic Scope: United States

Purpose: Scholarships designed to fulfill a financial gap after all Federal/State grants and/or scholarships available to eligible applicants have been exhausted

Contact:

• Phone: (301) 683-4031
• Email: programs@amvets.org
• Address: 265 North Ave., Washington, PA 15301

Application Requirements

Required Supporting Documents:

1. Military Verification - A copy of the veteran's honorable discharge or a letter from the commanding officer certifying current Guard or Reserve status

2. Academic Records - Official college transcripts for all courses attempted and any degrees or certificates awarded
- If post-secondary credits amount to less than 12 credit hours and high school diploma was awarded within the past five years, a high school transcript must be provided
- Transcripts must be on the 4.0-grade scale or if in a different system, translated to the 4.0 scale

3. Financial Documentation
- A complete and signed copy of the applicant's 1040 tax form (used to verify financial need)
- If the applicant's name appears on anyone else's 1040 tax form, it too must be enclosed
- A copy of the applicant's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

4. School Documentation - Acceptance letter or a letter stating current student status from an accredited program

5. Cost Verification - Proof of expenses (A copy of expenses from the school or program publication will suffice)

6. Resume - A resume detailing military duty and awards, volunteer activities, community services, and jobs held during the past four years