The 2026 scholarship application period will soon be open.

We will notify recipients as soon as possible but no later than January 31st, 2026.​

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The Council of College and Military Educators (CCME) is pleased to offer $1,000 scholarships each year to United States Service members (active duty and veterans), spouses of Service members, and children of service members who are working towards the completion of higher education degrees, certifications, and licensures. CCME is awarding 15 scholarships this year.

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Application Process​

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• Carefully read scholarship descriptions and eligibility criteria.

• Confirm your institution is an organizational member of CCME by clicking HERE. 

  • If they are not, encourage them to email membership@ccmeonline.org to get more information.

• Complete one online Scholarship Application form by midnight on the established day.

  • LApplication Form

• Answer all questions to provide the Scholarship Committee with information about you, your experiences, and the qualities you possess that make you a candidate for the scholarship for which you are applying.

  • Theme: The Future is Now – Educate. Engage. Empower.

    • As a military-affiliated student, you understand the importance of resilience, service, and leadership. We seek to recognize students who are actively shaping a better future for themselves, their families, and their communities.

  • Prompt:

    • In 500–750 words, describe how your experience as a military-affiliated student has influenced your educational journey and your personal mission. How are you using education to create meaningful impact, and how have you engaged with your military or local community in a way that uplifts and empowers others?

    • Your essay should address the following:

    • What does “The Future is Now” mean to you personally or professionally?

    • How have you demonstrated one or more of the pillars: Educate. Engage. Empower. in your life and community involvement?

    • What are your future goals, and how will this scholarship help you achieve them?

• Provide a copy of your unofficial college transcripts from the institution you are currently attending. Students pursuing a non-degree seeking workforce credential program may provide proof of enrollment in lieu of a transcript.

• Provide a photo of yourself (headshot).

• If Veteran, submit an unofficial copy of your DD214. Please black out any personal information such as DoD ID number or Social Security Number.

Please see FAQs for more information. Applicants must submit items 1-7 listed above. Applications submitted without required documents, or incorrect documents, will be rejected.

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 Eligibility Requirements

CCME Joe King Scholarship (3 awards)

• be a uniformed service member (active, reserves, guard)

• be currently enrolled in an educational program at a regional or national accredited member institution of CCME (click here for reference)

• working towards a first-time associate, bachelor, or graduate degree

• students pursuing undergraduate degrees must have a minimum of 12 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 2.5 GPA from the CCME member institution they are currently attending

• students pursuing graduate degrees must have a minimum of 6 or more hours (unit) with a cumulative 3.0 GPA from the CCME member institution they are currently attending

• submit an unofficial college or university transcript from your current institution

• Essay written to prompt (see above) with APA format

• Current photo (headshot)

Loretta Cornett-Huff Scholarship (3 awards)

• be the spouse of a uniformed service member (active, reserves, guard, veteran)

• be currently enrolled in a regional or nationally accredited educational program with a CCME member institution (reference list here)

• first-time associate, bachelor or graduate degree seeker

• students pursuing undergraduate degrees must have a minimum of 12 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 2.5 GPA from the CCME member institution they are currently attending

• students pursuing graduate degrees must have a minimum of 6 or more hours (unit) with a cumulative 3.0 GPA from the CCME member institution they are currently attending

• submit an unofficial college or university transcript from your current institution

• Essay written to prompt (see above) with APA format

• Current photo (headshot)

CCME Veteran Scholarship (3 awards) 

• be a prior uniformed service member (active, reserves, guard)

• first-time associate, bachelor or graduate degree seeker

• students pursuing undergraduate degrees must have a minimum of 12 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 2.5 GPA from the CCME member institution they are currently attending

• students pursuing graduate degrees must have a minimum of 6 or more hours (unit) with a cumulative 3.0 GPA from the CCME member institution they are currently attending

• submit an unofficial college or university transcript from your current institution

• Essay written to prompt (see above) with APA format

• Current photo (headshot)

• submit a copy of DD-214

CCME Workforce Credentials Scholarship (3 awards)

• be a current or prior uniformed Service member, spouse, or child of a uniformed Service member

• be currently enrolled in a credit-bearing or non-degree seeking program with a DoD Skillbridge provider that is also a CCME member institution/organization (reference list here) OR be currently enrolled in a credit-bearing or non-degree seeking program validated by the U.S. Department of Labor or a State Apprenticeship Agency and offered by a CCME member institution/organization (reference list here) that will result in an industry-recognized credential to include certification, licensure, or work experience programs (e.g. internship, apprenticeship). 

• submit an unofficial college or university transcript from your current institution OR proof of enrollment from a workforce credential program

• Essay written to prompt (see above) with APA format

• Current photo (headshot)

CCME Military Child Scholarship (3 awards)

• be the child of an Active-Duty Service member, Drilling Reservist, or National Guard member

• be currently enrolled in a regionally or nationally accredited post-secondary educational program with a CCME member institution (reference list here)

• pursuing a first-time associate or bachelor’s degree

• must have a minimum of 12 or more hours (units) with a cumulative 2.5 GPA from the CCME member institution they are currently attending

• submit an unofficial college or university transcript from your current institution

• a signed statement from the parent attesting to military status and/or affiliation (may also be a reference for a letter of reference)

• Essay written to prompt (see above) with APA format

• Current photo (headshot)

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Scholarship Application Review Process

All applications will be evaluated by the CCME 2026 Scholarship committee.  Evaluations will be based on:  

• Ability to follow instructions and include all supporting information

• Adherence to this year’s essay writing topic and quality of content

Once the committee has vetted all proposal submissions, those that have been selected will be submitted to the CCME Board for final approval. Notifications will go out in late January 2026.    

If you have any questions please contact confermentofficer@ccmeonline.org

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