How much funding does MCSF- Undergraduate & Associate Degree Scholarship Grant provide?

MCSF- Undergraduate & Associate Degree Scholarship Grant provides US $2,500 - US $10,000 in funding.

When is the deadline for MCSF- Undergraduate & Associate Degree Scholarship Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

MCSF- Undergraduate & Associate Degree Scholarship Grant

Q: Who is eligible for MCSF- Undergraduate & Associate Degree Scholarship Grant?

Eligible applicants: Tuition/fees, room/board, books, transportation, and other school-related expenses as defined by your school. Geography: Serving in the U.

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation

Foundation Grants for Veterans

Funding Amount

US $2,500 - US $10,000

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

Check your organization against each line. Taken from the listing; confirm with the funder's guidelines.

Eligible organizations

Tuition/fees, room/board, books, transportation, and other school-related expenses as defined by your school
Note, extenuating circumstances do NOT include: “I am paying for college on my own” or “I am attending an expensive college.”Child or step-child of one of the following:Active duty, Reserve, or veteran U.S.
Attending or planning to attend an accredited school that is eligible for federal funding.

Geography

Serving in the U

Other requirements

All applicants must be the child of a Marine or a Navy Corpsman, Chaplain or Religious Programs specialist attached to a Marine unit, Have a cumulative GPA of 2.00, and have an adjusted gross income at or below the financial eligibility threshold determined by the Foundation on an annual basis.
For the 2025-2026 application, the threshold is $123,000 for tax year 2023.Only applicants with extreme extenuating financial circumstances will be considered.
Marine.
Veterans must have received an honorable discharge.

Not eligible / not funded

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

Overview

The MCSF- Undergraduate & Associate Degree Scholarship is designed to support the children of Marines and Navy Corpsmen pursuing undergraduate education. To qualify, applicants must demonstrate financial need and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.00. This scholarship can cover various educational expenses such as tuition, books, and transportation. It is an excellent opportunity for those who meet the eligibility criteria and are committed to furthering their education, while honoring the legacy of service in the Marine Corps.

The mission of the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation is to Honor Marines by Educating Their Children. This scholarship is for undergraduate students at every level.
Our scholarship can be used in addition to any other benefits you may be receiving. Your scholarship may be used for any cost of attendance expenses incurred during the academic year. Cost of attendance can include but is not limited to: tuition/fees, room/board, 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 scholarship funds.

Eligibility

All applicants must be the child of a Marine or a Navy Corpsman, Chaplain or Religious Programs specialist attached to a Marine unit, Have a cumulative GPA of 2.00, and have an adjusted gross income at or below the financial eligibility threshold determined by the Foundation on an annual basis. For the 2025-2026 application, the threshold is $123,000 for tax year 2023.Only applicants with extreme extenuating financial circumstances will be considered. Note, extenuating circumstances do NOT include: “I am paying for college on my own” or “I am attending an expensive college.”Child or step-child of one of the following:Active duty, Reserve, or veteran U.S. MarineVeterans 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 unitAttending or planning to attend an accredited school that is eligible for federal fundingSubmit a completed application with all required documents by the deadline

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