Alabama GI Dependent Scholarship Program
Up to $400/credit hour plus $1,000/academic year for books at Alabama public institutions for dependents of disabled veterans rated 40%+.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — Alabama
- Who it's for
- Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- 40% or higher
- Estimated value
- Up to $400/credit hour plus $1,000/year books & fees
- Where it applies
- Alabama
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Alabama GI Dependent Scholarship Program?
Alabama GI Dependent Scholarship Program is a Alabama education & training benefit for spouses, survivors, dependents. Up to $400/credit hour plus $1,000/academic year for books at Alabama public institutions for dependents of disabled veterans rated 40%+. Veteran sponsor needs 40%+ VA rating. The listed value is Up to $400/credit hour plus $1,000/year books & fees.
Who qualifies
- Veteran sponsor needs 40%+ VA rating
- Alabama residency
Who is eligible
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 6 semesters. The veteran must have been a permanent civilian resident of Alabama prior to entering military service.
What Alabama GI Dependent Scholarship Program covers
Covers
Up to $400 per credit hour for undergraduate courses at the in-state tuition rate, plus a combined cap of $1,000 per academic year for required textbooks and applicable fees at any Alabama public institution. Applied after all other grants and scholarships.
Estimated value
Up to $400/credit hour plus $1,000/year books & fees.
How to apply for Alabama GI Dependent Scholarship Program
How to apply
Contact the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs or apply through the institution.
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: va.alabama.gov
Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
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