Ohio War Orphan and Severely Disabled Vets Children Scholarship

Name: Ohio War Orphan & Severely Disabled Veterans Children Scholarship Program (WOS)

Award Amount:

• Students attending Ohio public institutions: 79% of tuition and general fees.
• Students attending private institutions: Annual award amount determined by the program.

Overview:

The Ohio War Orphan & Severely Disabled Veterans’ Children Scholarship Program provides tuition assistance to the children of deceased or severely disabled Ohio veterans who served in the armed forces during a period of declared war or conflict. The scholarship aims to support the educational pursuits of eligible students by covering a portion of their tuition and general fees at eligible Ohio institutions.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be a resident of Ohio.
• Enrolled for full-time undergraduate study, pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree at an eligible Ohio college or university.
• Applicants must apply between the ages of 16 and 24.
• Be the child of a veteran who:
  • Served in the armed forces during a period of declared war or conflict.
  • Is deceased or has been declared severely disabled as a result of service.

Application Process:

• Complete the WOS application, available electronically or as a paper form:
  • Electronic Application:
    • Access the electronic application through the provided link.
    • Follow the instructions to complete and submit the application online.
    • Upload required documents, including the veteran’s DD214 and VA award letter.
    • After submission, signature pages will be sent via email for completion.
  • Paper Application:
    • Download the paper application form.
    • Complete the form and gather required documents.
    • Submit the application and documents by mail or fax to the address provided on the form.
• Ensure that all application materials are submitted or postmarked by the annual deadline of May 15.

Application Timeline:

• Application Deadline: May 15.
• Award Notification: Applicants are typically informed of their award status after the Ohio War Orphans Scholarship Board meeting.

Additional Information:

• Students must maintain full-time enrollment and a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 to remain eligible for the scholarship.
• The scholarship covers a portion of tuition and general fees; recipients are responsible for any remaining costs not covered by the award.
• For detailed guidelines, application instructions, and access to the application forms, visit the official Ohio Department of Higher Education website.

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