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Military / ROTC scholarships for high school students

9 Military / ROTC scholarships open to high school students. The earliest deadline is Nov 1, 2026 (Alamo Chapter MICA Scholarships for Military Intelligence Families) and the latest is Apr 15, 2027. The largest award listed is $1,000 to $20,000 (named awards) from Navy League Foundation. Every one here asks for an essay or project, so start early. Some are limited to residents of AR, TX. Sponsors include Alamo Chapter, Military Intelligence Corps Association (MICA), American Legion Auxiliary, Arkansas National Guard Foundation and others. Always confirm on the official site.

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Alamo Chapter MICA Scholarships for Military Intelligence Families

Varies (based on available funds and number of qualified applicants) · Alamo Chapter, Military Intelligence Corps Association (MICA) · High school senior / undergraduate / spouse

Spouses and dependent children (with a valid military dependent ID) of Military Intelligence active duty, National Guard or Army Reserve soldiers, retired MI personnel and Gold Star MI families; priority to those in the Joint Base San Antonio area. High school seniors and undergraduates need a 2.5 GPA, 30 volunteer hours and a 200-word essay; full-tuition scholarship holders are ineligible.

2027–28 applications must be submitted by midnight, Nov 1, 2026.
Military / ROTCTX
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93 days left

Army ROTC Scholarship (Round 2)

Full tuition + $420/month + $1,200/yr for books · U.S. Army ROTC · High school senior

High school class of 2027 applicants; military service obligation. Applications must be started by Mar 4, 2027.

Round 2 board; later rounds may follow
Military / ROTC
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115 days left

Arkansas National Guard Foundation Academic Scholarship

$750 (fifty awards for 2027–28) · Arkansas National Guard Foundation · High school senior / college / Guard member

Arkansas National Guard members and their dependents; the applicant or sponsor must be a current member of NGAA or EAANG.

Applications accepted from Oct 15, 2026; deadline Feb 9, 2027. No exceptions.
Military / ROTCAR
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135 days left

American Legion Auxiliary Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship

$5,000 (15 awards, three per division) · American Legion Auxiliary · High school senior

Children and descendants of U.S. veterans (see ALA eligibility rules); for undergraduate study at an accredited college or university.

ALA national scholarships open in September and close March 1 each year.
Military / ROTC
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135 days left

Wings Over America Scholarship

$5,000 · Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation · High school senior / college / spouse

Dependents of U.S. Navy aviation personnel (see the foundation's sponsor eligibility rules).

Pre-qualification due Feb 1, 2027; full application due March 1, 2027. Electronic only; no late entries.
Military / ROTC
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142 days left

Army ROTC Scholarship (Round 3)

Full tuition + $420/month + $1,200/yr for books · U.S. Army ROTC · High school senior

High school class of 2027 applicants for the Army ROTC national scholarship; military service obligation.

Round 3 board reviews Mar 15–19, 2027; applications must be started by Mar 4, 2027
Military / ROTC
Apply on official site .icsGoogle CalendarNeeds an essay? Use the toolkitLast verified Oct 16, 2026
149 days left

Dolphin Scholarship Foundation Scholarships

$1,500 to $5,000 per year · Dolphin Scholarship Foundation · High school senior / college / spouse

Children, stepchildren and spouses of current or former members of the U.S. Navy submarine force or those who served in submarine support activities, in high school or college.

Eligibility deadline Feb 15, 2027; full application deadline March 15, 2027.
Military / ROTC
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180 days left

Navy Seabee Foundation Scholarships

$2,000 to $6,300 · Navy Seabee Foundation · High school senior / college / trade student

Children and grandchildren of active, reserve, retired or honorably discharged Seabees and others who served with the Naval Construction Force (sponsor must be a parent or grandparent), attending colleges, universities or technical schools.

Application season runs Jan 1 – April 15 each year (2027: April 15). Apply online.
Military / ROTC
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Frequently asked questions

How many military / ROTC scholarships for high school students are open right now?

9 as of Oct 17, 2026, each checked on the sponsor's official page. Expired deadlines are removed automatically every week.

When is the next deadline for military / ROTC scholarships for high school students?

Alamo Chapter MICA Scholarships for Military Intelligence Families closes on Nov 1, 2026. The last one listed here closes on Apr 15, 2027.

What are the biggest military / ROTC scholarships for high school students?

Navy League Foundation Scholarships ($1,000 to $20,000 (named awards)); Navy Seabee Foundation Scholarships ($2,000 to $6,300); American Legion Auxiliary Children of Warriors National Presidents' Scholarship ($5,000 (15 awards, three per division)).