Scholarships

Federal Student Financial Aid

Students using VA education benefits or DoD Tuition Assistance can apply for Federal Student Aid.

To apply for federal student financial aid, and to apply for many state student aid programs, students must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The information you provide on your FAFSA determines if you are eligible for financial aid.

Scholarships

Foundation Scholarships at Cloud County Community College

Kansas Military Service Scholarship

The Kansas Military Service Scholarship is available for the payment of tuition and fees at a public Kansas institution for students who are a resident of Kansas and have:

• • served in military service in international waters or on foreign soil in support of military operations for which the person received hostile fire pay for at least 90 days after September 11, 2001, or served less than such 90 days because of injuries during such military service;
  • has received an honorable discharge or under honorable conditions (general) discharge from military service or is still in military service; and
  • has provided copies of military discharge papers (DD-214 form) or active duty orders whichever such paper or order indicate the location of such person’s deployment and indicate the person has served after September 11, 2001, in any military operation for which the person received hostile fire pay.
  • https://www.kansasregents.org/scholarships_and_grants

Folds of Honor

For spouses or dependents of a military service member who is disabled or deceased, this scholarship can provide up to $5,000 per academic year based on unmet need.  Apply at https://foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/. 

Pat Tillman Foundation

For veteran and active service members for both pre- and post-9/11 service. https://pattillmanfoundation.org/apply-to-be-a-scholar/

AMVETS Scholarship

https://amvets.org/scholarships/

VFW Scholarship

The VFW's "Sport Clips Help A Hero Scholarship" provides service members and veterans with the financial assistance they need to complete their educational goals without incurring excessive student loan debt. It’s just another way for us to say “thank you” to those who fought for our freedoms.

https://www.vfw.org/assistance/student-veterans-support

Army Women’s Foundation Legacy Scholarship

The Army Women’s Foundation (AWF) recognizes the importance of education and the role it plays in personal, professional, and economic fulfillment. The Army Women’s Foundation Legacy Scholarship Program provides grants to women soldiers, past and present, and their lineal descendants to help them attain their educational goals. The AWF Legacy Scholarship Program offers financial support in four areas: Certificate Programs, Community College coursework, Undergraduate Degrees, and Graduate Degrees. Scholarships are awarded only for coursework from accredited institutions. Scholarships are based on merit, academic potential, personal essay, community service, letters of recommendation, and financial need.

https://www.awfdn.org/scholarships/general-information/