Army Emergency Relief
Mrs. Patty Shinseki Spouse Scholarship
Deadline
Rolling (year-round)
Award
Varies each year with applicants and budget
Year-round, no deadline; re-apply every year.
Who it's for
Spouses of active-duty, retired, or deceased Soldiers without a four-year degree, pursuing a first undergraduate degree or technical certification.
Things to double-check:
- Army family
What you need to apply
- AER online application
- FAFSA Submission Summary
- Proof of enrollment
Your next 3 steps
- File the FAFSA.
- Apply on the AER site any time of year.
- Re-apply each year you are enrolled.
Spouses without a four-year college degree who are pursuing their first undergraduate degrees or first technical certifications may receive assistance for up to four academic years of full-time study or eight academic years of part-time study as long as they meet all other requirements.
Military family? Scholarships are only part of it. VetUnlocked lists federal and state benefits, travel perks, and more, each with an official source.