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Pillars of Strength Scholarship Program for Military Caregivers

Find out how to earn a University of Maryland Global Campus scholarship for caregivers of recovering service members and veterans. University of Maryland Global Campus offers multiple scholarships—which include full tuition, fees, and course-required resources for each term during the academic year—for caregivers of recovering service members and veterans through the Pillars of Strength Scholarship Program. This scholarship aims to honor the unparalleled selflessness and extraordinary commitment of these caregivers.

‌Deadline to submit applications is April 30, 2023

How to Apply Applicants must complete all three steps:

Step 1: Fill out the Pillars of Strength Program application. Step 2: Complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Step 3: Email your supporting documentation to pillarsofstrength@umgc.edu, which includes: five short essay responses, a letter of reference, and documentation of your caregiver role. For the complete application process, visit the Pillars of Strength Scholarship Program website.