MCSF- Career & Technical Education Scholarship Grant

MCSF- Career & Technical Education Scholarship Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
Amount: US $2,500 - US $10,000
Last Updated: March 22, 2026

Summary

The MCSF Career & Technical Education Scholarship supports children of Marines pursuing non-degree certificate programs. It offers financial assistance to eligible applicants based on need, helping cover tuition, fees, and associated educational costs. With a minimum GPA requirement of 2.00 and a family income cap of $123,000, this scholarship ensures that all qualifying students have access to vocational training at accredited institutions. Applications are accepted year-round, providing flexibility for students.

Overview

The mission of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation is to Honor Marines by Educating their Children. MCSF- Career & Technical Education Scholarship Are you pursuing a non-degree certificate program? This scholarship is for students planning to attend a non-degree certificate program of any length. The application is year-round for eligible students. The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation provides financial support to those students who meet need-based eligibility to further their education. Awards are not required to be repaid, and they can be combined with other financial supports you may receive. Our Career & Technical Education (CTE) program provides financial support to students planning to attend a non-degree certificate program or vocational training of any length at a school eligible for federal funding and listed on https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator.  We award to all who qualify! All eligible applicants must submit complete applications with all correct documentation. Awards can be used towards the total cost of attendance, as determined by your school or program. Cost of attendance can include but is not limited to: tuition/fees, room/board, supplies and books, transportation, and other school-related expenses as defined by your school. You should discuss directly with your school’s Financial Aid Office about their reimbursement/disbursement policies and how you wish to use your awarded funds.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Child or step-child of one of the following:Active duty, Reserve, or veteran* U.S. Marine Veterans must have received an honorable discharge.A Marine killed while serving in the U.S. Marine CorpsActive duty, reserve, or veteran U.S. Navy Corpsman, Navy Chaplain or Religious Program Specialist who is or was attached to a U.S. Marine Corps unit or who was killed while serving with a U.S. Marine Corps unit.Minimum 2.00 GPADemonstrate financial need through a family adjusted gross income of $123,000 or less for the 2023 tax yearAttending or planning to attend an accredited school that is eligible for federal fundingSubmit a completed application with all required documents by the deadlineThis program has no age requirement. We welcome applicants regardless of age or educational journey.

Ineligibility

Military parent or applicant veteran does not have an honorable dischargeApplicant already has an undergraduate degreeApplicant and/or awarded scholar is attending a Federal Service AcademyApplicant and/or awarded scholar is attending a school not listed on College Navigator or one that is not eligible for federal fundingApplicants whose military stepparent is no longer married to their biological parentApplicants who will not have a high school diploma by August 1, 2025Note: We are unable to support dual enrollment or early access programs