How much funding does Peay Merit Scholarship provide?

Peay Merit Scholarship provides Full tuition, room, board, and fees in funding.

When is the deadline for Peay Merit Scholarship?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

How often is Peay Merit Scholarship offered?

Peay Merit Scholarship runs on an annual cycle.

Peay Merit Scholarship

Vmi Alumni Agencies Board Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Veterans

Funding Amount

Full tuition, room, board, and fees

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle: Annual
Tracked since: April 2026

Source: the cycle recorded on this listing. Confirm dates with the funder.

Overview

Geographic Scope: VMI (Virginia Military Institute), Lexington, VA

Eligibility: VMI cadets (matriculants) who possess exceptional character qualities associated with retired U.S. Army Gen. J.H. Binford Peay III '62, the Institute's 14th superintendent

Selection Criteria: Candidates are evaluated on four criteria:

Athletic Commitment

Consistent and meritorious participation in athletics at the preparatory level
Examples include varsity team participation, state qualifications, athletic records

Academic Achievement

Minimum 3.75 high school GPA required
Completion of honors and Advanced Placement classes preferred

Exceptional Leadership

Documented leadership experiences in scholastic, athletic, service, and/or other endeavors
Evidence of leadership in the face of significant adversity
Outstanding mentorship and guidance in leadership roles

Commitment to National Service

Unambiguous commitment to commission as an officer in the U.S. Armed Forces upon college graduation
Other demonstrated commitment to national service (e.g., Teach For America, service in local/state/national government)

Background: First presented in 2021. Named after Gen. J.H. Binford Peay III '62, VMI's 14th superintendent.