Army Emergency Relief
Maj. Gen. James Ursano Scholarship (Army children)
Deadline
Closed (was April 1, 2026)
Award
Varies each year with applicants and budget
The 2026-27 cycle ran January 1 to April 1, 2026. The next cycle's dates are not posted yet.
Who it's for
Children of active-duty, retired, or deceased Soldiers 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
- Transcript
Your next 3 steps
- File the FAFSA and save your FAFSA Submission Summary.
- Watch armyemergencyrelief.org for the next January opening.
- Re-apply every year you want an award.
Children who meet eligibility criteria and are pursuing their first undergraduate degrees or first technical certifications may receive assistance for up to four academic years of full-time study.
Military family? Scholarships are only part of it. VetUnlocked lists federal and state benefits, travel perks, and more, each with an official source.