General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant

Need-based education grant program providing financial assistance to dependents of Air Force members.

Eligibility:

• Dependent children of Air Force members on active duty (including Title 10 reservists and Title 32 guard)
• Dependent children of retired Air Force members
• Dependent children of deceased Air Force members
• Spouses of active-duty members
• Surviving spouses of active or retired members
• Must be enrolled as full-time undergraduates at an accredited college or university
• Must maintain minimum 2.0 GPA

Award Amounts: $500 - $4,000 based on financial need

Program History:

• As of 2020, has awarded over $172 million to 111,654 students
• Named grants awarded annually in honor of individuals or organizations exemplifying service to the U.S. Air Force

Geographic Scope: Air Force families worldwide

Organization Contact:

• Air & Space Forces Aid Society
• 1550 Crystal Drive, Suite 809
• Arlington, VA 22202
• Phone: 703-972-2650
• Website: afas.org

Application Process

1. Access the Application: Visit www.afas.org to access the Arnold Education Grant application
2. Application Requirements:
   • Complete the General Henry "Hap" Arnold Education Grant application
   • Demonstrate financial need (family income and student's educational costs considered)
   • Maintain minimum 2.0 GPA
3. Submission: Submit applications online through afas.org
4. Deadline: April 30 (annually)
5. Notification: Selected applicants will be notified of awards

Additional Opportunities:

• Applicants with 4.0 GPA may be invited to apply for AFAS Merit Scholarships (up to $5,000)
• Eligible students can apply for up to $1,000 supplemental education loan (no-interest) for reimbursable out-of-pocket education expenses

Note: Applications open in January of each year for the upcoming academic year.