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Last checkedJun 26, 2026
Application
Tillman Scholar Eligibility & Requirements
Details eligibility criteria for Tillman Scholars, including military service, spouse status, and full-time student requirements. Lists required application items and renewal conditions.
Veteran and active duty military service members (all branches, pre- and post-9/11 eras).; Current spouses of veterans or active service members, including surviving spouses.; Must be a full-time student pursuing an undergraduate, graduate, or professional degree at a U.S.-based, accredited institution.; Child dependents are not eligible.; Cadets/current ROTC participants with a future service commitment are not eligible.; Members of U.S. Public Health Service, First Responders, and Intelligence Community (unless also veterans/service members/spouses) are not eligible.
Requirements
Current resume; Two 500-word essay questions; Character recommendation from a third party (specific questions via application tool); 250-word biography; Completed FAFSA and financial worksheet; Completed Student Aid Report (SAR)
Application materials
Current resume; Two 500-word essay questions; Character recommendation; 250-word biography; Completed FAFSA; Completed Student Aid Report (SAR)
How to apply
Submit required application materials through the application tool.; For tips, check the PTF Blog for scholar advice.
Important dates
Scholarships are awarded for the upcoming fall/spring academic year.
Documents
Proof of Military Service (e.g., DD 214, Officer Record Brief); Completed FAFSA; Completed Student Aid Report (SAR)
