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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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