Learn more about the limited time waiver for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Learn more about the Department of Education's recent announcement about Income-Driven Repayment Account Adjustments.
Learn more about the limited time waiver for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Learn more about the Department of Education's recent announcement about Income-Driven Repayment Account Adjustments.
VSAC will be closed Monday, July 4, 2022 in observance of Independence Day.
The State of Vermont offers 2 scholarships for members of the armed services and their family members. And the Veterans Administration offers additional aid for military families. You can also find additional scholarships for Vermonters on this website or in the VSAC scholarships booklet. View the full lineup of print and digital publications here.
(Sponsored by the State of Vermont)
This program was created by the Vermont Legislature to provide free tuition for the families of Vermont National Guard (VTNG), or U.S. active reserve or active armed services members who have died while on active or inactive duty.
Eligibility —To receive this award, you must be:
A child, stepchild, or spouse of:
OR
OR
AND
Required documents:
Selection: Applicants are reviewed by VSAC. Selection is based on eligibility and available funds.
Amount: The maximum Armed Services Scholarship will not exceed:
OR
An Armed Services Scholarship may be used for the number of academic credits needed to graduate, up to a maximum of 130 credits. If you receive a federal Pell Grant, the amount of the grant will be deducted from the amount you can receive under the Armed Services Scholarship.
Deadline: Completed applications are considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
(Sponsored by the State of Vermont)
This program was established as an interest-free and forgivable loan program in 2018 by the Vermont General Assembly. Loan forgiveness means that you no longer have to pay part, or all, of the loan. The goal is to recruit and retain high-quality VTNG members.
Eligibility—To receive this award, the applicant must:
AND
Required documents:
Selection: Applicants are reviewed by VSAC. Selection is based on eligibility and available funds.
Amount:
Loan cancellation: To be eligible for partial or complete forgiveness of this interest-free loan, the applicant must:
Deadline: Completed applications are considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information: Contact the Education Liaison at the Vermont National Guard.
(Administered and paid by Federal Student Aid)
If your parent or guardian died as a result of military service in Iraq or Afghanistan after the events of 9/11, you may be eligible for additional aid. To learn more visit: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/types/grants-scholarships/military
(Administered and paid by the Veterans Administration)
Eligibility- To receive this award you must:
Required Documents: N/A
Renewability: May be renewable for up to four years.
Amount: Contact your Vermont National Guard recruiter for information regarding amount of payments.
Selection: Six-year service commitment and completion of basic and technical training.
Application: Obtain additional information and details from:
(Administered and paid by the Veterans Administration)
Eligibility- To receive this award you must:
Required Documents: N/A
Renewability: May be renewable for up to four years.
Amount: Contact your Vermont National Guard recruiter for information regarding amount of payments.
Selection: Six-year service commitment and completion of basic and technical training.
Application: Obtain additional information and details from:
(Administered and paid by the Veterans Administration)
Eligibility- To receive this award you must:
Required Documents: N/A
Renewability: May be renewable for up to four years.
Amount: Contact your Vermont National Guard recruiter for information regarding amount of payments.
Effective October 1, 2015, federal tuition assistance and Chapter 1606 GI Bill cannot be utilized for the same course.
Selection: Six-year service commitment and completion of basic and technical training.
Application: Obtain additional information and details from: