Award amountCovers tuition, books, and living expenses
Last checkedJun 26, 2026
Eligibility
Eligibility and Requirements - Pat Tillman Foundation
Details eligibility criteria for the Tillman Scholar program, including military service, spouse status, and academic pursuits. Outlines required application materials and renewal conditions.
Veteran and active duty military service members (all branches, pre- and post-9/11 eras); Current spouses of veteran or active service members, including surviving spouses; Must be a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree; Not eligible: Child dependents, cadets/current ROTC, non-military USPHS/First Responders/Intelligence Community members; Scholarships awarded for upcoming fall/spring academic year, not retroactive
Requirements
Current resume; Two 500-word essay questions; Character recommendation from a third party (specific questions); 250-word biography; Completed FAFSA and financial worksheet; Completed Student Aid Report (SAR)
Application materials
Current resume; Two 500-word essay questions; Character recommendation from a third party; 250-word biography; Completed FAFSA and financial worksheet; Completed Student Aid Report (SAR)
How to apply
Submit required application materials; Join the mailing list for updates on application dates and info sessions
Documents
Proof of Military Service (DD 214, Officer Record Brief, etc.); Completed FAFSA; Completed Student Aid Report (SAR)
