Grants and Scholarships

Government grants/scholarships for military spouses?

Hi my name is Casi and I have been wanting to go to school for criminal justice. I have a few online schools picked out. However I cannot at this time pay for schooling and it is holding me back from my dream. Please anyone who can help with this. Websites that give lists of different government grants ect. Or exact websites that I can go to for filing for a government grant or a scholarship. I am a military wife married to an active duty army man and I currently reside in texas.

Public Comments

1. start with the education office on base and the financial aid office at the school you want to attend.
2. Start with the education center on base. They usually have access to the local community colleges or Universities that offer classes through the education center. In Camp Lejune, they have Univ of North Carolina Wilmington, Coastal Carolina Community College and Campbell University classes on base. You can get a discounted dependent rate. Plus, they have payment plans and accessibility to loans/grants. I know other bases offer the same. I really suggest you avoid online colleges. They are not seen as legit and are perceived as diploma mills. Avoid those at all costs and attend a real college or university. Like I said, start with the education center. It is there to help and find options.
3. see online sites below for scholarship info. If he is career and willing to serve four more years he can give you his GI bill benefits. Total service for him would have to be over 10 years.
4. As it has been mentioned a few times already, the education center is the first place to go. But, remember that in CONUS, their responsibility is to the servicemembers. Although I'm sure they won't turn you away, you may receive lower priority. It would be a good idea to make the appointment with your husband and go together.
5. The education center on base will be very, very helpful! If you're husband is a soldier, he can turn over his GI Bill to you (the army is the only branch that does this, not sure why). Best of luck!