The VFW Auxiliary is pleased to present the Continuing Education Scholarship to assist members and their immediate family members who wish to further their education by pursing a college degree or career direction at a vocational/technical school.

Who is Eligible to Apply?

• Applicant must be 18 years of age or older.
• Applicant must be one of the following:
  • Current VFW Auxiliary Member*
  • Spouse of current VFW Auxiliary Member*
  • Son of current VFW Auxiliary Member*
  • Daughter of current VFW Auxiliary Member*
• *Qualifying member must have been a member of the VFW Auxiliary for one (1) year by the application submission deadline.

What is the Scholarship Amount?

• Four $1,000 scholarships will be awarded each year, one in each of the four VFW Auxiliary Conferences.

What are the Scholarship Submission Requirements?

Each applicant must:

• Answer all questions on the application.
• Write a brief essay (no more than 300 words) describing their commitment to their goals and how this scholarship will help them attain these goals.

What are the Scholarship Deadlines?

• July 1: Application process begins.
• February 15: All applications must be submitted to VFW Auxiliary National Headquarters.*
• May 1: Scholarship recipients are notified.

* required deadlines