Alabama GI Dependent Scholarship Program
Up to $400/credit hour plus $1,000/semester for books at Alabama public institutions for dependents of disabled veterans rated 40%+.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Children/stepchildren of veterans rated 40%+ service-connected disabled, or POW/MIA, or who died from service receive up to 5 academic years (10 semesters). The child or stepchild must initiate training prior to their 26th birthday (up to age 30 in certain situations). Spouses or unremarried widow(er)s of 100% P&T veterans receive up to 5 years; spouses of 40-90% veterans receive up to 3 years. The veteran must have been a permanent civilian resident of Alabama prior to entering military service.
Covers
Up to $400 per credit hour for undergraduate courses at the in-state tuition rate, plus a combined cap of $1,000 per term for required textbooks and applicable fees at any Alabama public institution. Applied after all other grants and scholarships.
Estimated value
Up to $5,800/semester or $58,000 over 10 semesters.
How to apply
Contact the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs or apply through the institution.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-05 against va.alabama.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Alabama state agency before applying.
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