Tillman Military Scholarship at the University of Maryland

The Division of Student Affairs is seeking qualified applicants for the Tillman Military Scholarship at the University of Maryland. The scholarships are sponsored by the Pat Tillman Foundation "Leadership Through Action^TM" initiative, which is dedicated to supporting educational opportunities for servicemembers and their families. Veteran and active servicemembers and their dependents (children and spouses) portray the very nature of leadership that the Foundation seeks to inspire in young people across the country. The scholarships will ensure these leaders have every opportunity to pursue broader educational goals. The Tillman Military Scholarships at the University of Maryland are intended to cover direct study-related expenses such as tuition, fees, books, and room and board as well as other needs such as child care.

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Who is eligible to apply for a Leadership Through Action^TM Tillman Military Scholarship at the University of Maryland?

• Veteran and active servicemembers of both pre- and post-9/11 service
• Servicemembers who wish to start, finish, or further their education
• Those whose benefits have run out or exceeded need
• Servicemembers of all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Guard, and Reserve
• Servicemembers pursuing undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate degrees
• Dependants of servicemembers (children and spouses)
• Those whose benefits are not transferable from their mother/father/husband/wife
• Those who are survivors of a servicemember
• Those whose transferable benefits are not sufficient
• Dependents who wish to start, finish, or further their education
• Dependents pursuing undergraduate, graduate, post-graduate, 2-year, 4-year, vocational, and trade degrees or certifications

What criteria will be considered for awarding the Leadership Through Action^TM Tillman Military Scholarships?

• Unmet financial need
• Educational and career ambitions
• Length of service
• Record of personal achievement
• Compelling, thoughtful, genuine, and thorough essay question responses
• Demonstration of service to others in the community and a desire to continue such service

Annual renewability will be considered for most scholarships based on proof of GPA earned and minimum annual enrollment of 24 credit hours, as well as, documented participation in civic action or community service.

Applications will be available March 30, 2009 at www.stamp.umd.edu

Application and all supporting materials must be postmarked by April 27, 2009. Materials may be mailed or delivered to Dr. Marsha Guenzler-Stevens, 0110 Stamp Student Union, College Park, MD 20742. For questions or additional information, contact mguenzle@umd.edu or 301-314-8505.

For additional information about the Pat Tillman Foundation, check out pattillmanfoundation.org/