Disabled Military Scholarship

In partnership with the Military Connection Center, we offer this annual $1,000 scholarship opportunity to current or former service members​ disabled in the line of duty, and their spouses and dependents.

Service member hugging their child after returning home from deployment

To qualify, you must be:

  • Current or former service members (all branches, including the Coast Guard, National & Air Guard or Reserves) with a documented disability sustained in the line of duty.
  • Spouses or dependents of a servicemember with a documented disability sustained in the line of duty.
  • Surviving spouses or dependents of personnel killed in the line of duty.

How to Apply

  • Write a short essay describing your personal and career goals and any financial need.
  • Complete the application form (PDF).
  • Include copy of member (sponsor) VA disability documentation.
  • Send the completed essay, application, and documentation to militaryonline@odu.edu by May 15.

Recipients will be notified in writing at the beginning of June.

If you have any questions about this scholarship, please contact us at militaryonline@odu.edu or 1-800-968-2638.

Download the Disabled Military Scholarship Application Form (PDF)