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SPORT CLIPS HELP A HERO SCHOLARSHIPFinancial Assistance Helps Our Heroes Reach Educational Goals
Nothing should stand in the way of veterans pursuing their education, especially worrying about financial burdens. That’s why the VFW Foundation, in partnership with Student Veterans of America and Sport Clips Haircuts, offers the “Sport Clips Help a Hero Scholarship” program. It provides vital financial support to service members and veterans, ensuring they can achieve their educational goals without incurring excessive student loan debt.
What is the Sport Clips Help a Hero Scholarship Program?
The “Sport Clips Help a Hero Scholarship” program is designed to assist service members and veterans with scholarships of up to $5,000. These funds help cover tuition and fees, easing the financial strain on military families. This scholarship is another way for us to express our gratitude to those who have fought for our freedoms. Like all scholarships, there is no repayment.
Sport Clips’ Commitment to Veterans
We are proud to highlight Sport Clips Haircuts as a dedicated supporter of the “Sport Clips Help a Hero Scholarship” program. Their ongoing commitment has provided scholarships to countless military families, ensuring veterans can succeed academically and professionally.
Visit your local Sport Clips during the month of November to contribute to the Sport Clips Help a Hero scholarship campaign.
For Veterans Who’d Like to Apply
If you are a veteran seeking financial assistance to further your education, the “Sport Clips Help a Hero Scholarship” program is here to help. Please review the eligibility criteria below to see if you qualify for a scholarship. Our goal is to provide the support you need to achieve your educational aspirations.
Scholarship Details:
- Scholarships of up to $5,000 will be awarded to qualified applicants.
- Awarded scholarships are limited to one per family per semester.
- Applications for the fall semester will be accepted Jan. 1 through April 30.
- Applications for the spring semester will be accepted Aug. 1 through Nov. 15.
- Fall semester scholarships will be awarded in August, and spring semester scholarships will be awarded in January.
- Scholarships must be used by the end of the school semester for which the veteran is applying, or they will become null and void.
- Scholarships are restricted for tuition and fees only and will be paid directly to accredited schools.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Be a citizen of the United States.
- Be retired, honorably discharged, active duty, or a member of the National Guard or Reserve.
- Have completed Basic Training and follow-on training (Advanced Individual Training, technical school, etc.).
- Separated with or currently hold a military rank of E-5 or below.
- Demonstrate a need for financial assistance.
- Participate in, be accepted to, or currently enrolled in a VA-approved program or school at an accredited post-secondary institution.