The purpose of the scholarship is to assist in providing tuition, book expenses and/or living expenses to one or more honorable discharged veteran enrolled in an on-campus, online or online hybrid (low residency) program of study. Students should be in good academic standing and have financial need. Awards will be divided evenly by semester. Grants may not exceed one (1) per lifetime. In order to apply you must meet the following conditions:
- Veteran: a person who meets one of the conditions of Proof of Veteran Status of the Armed Forces: United States Air Force, United States Army, United States Marine Corps, United States Navy, United States Coast Guard, Space Force and their reserve and National Guard components.
- Must be a current Minnesota Resident, please provide proof of current residency.
- Must be attending or plan on attending an accredited trade school, 2 year community college or 4 year college or university.
Scholarships will be based on:
- Financial need
- Community involvement
- Leadership skills
- Work history
- Achievements in particular outside fields
DAV MN will award $2500 in scholarship directly to the recipient. There will be up to two scholarships awarded to deserving recipients per quarter.
*Preference will be given to veterans with demonstrated financial need. Additional consideration will be given to hardship cases; monies are awarded where need is the greatest.
