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POW/MIA Children Scholarship

Eight-semester tuition scholarship at any Mississippi state college for children of POW/MIA service members.

Verified May 12, 2026againstmsva.ms.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Education & Training — Mississippi
Who it's for
Dependents
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Estimated value
Up to 4 years tuition
Where it applies
Mississippi
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is POW/MIA Children Scholarship?

POW/MIA Children Scholarship is a Mississippi education & training benefit for dependents. Eight-semester tuition scholarship at any Mississippi state college for children of POW/MIA service members. The listed value is Up to 4 years tuition.

Who qualifies

Dependents
  • Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
  • Mississippi residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Mississippi agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Children of any armed services member whose official home of record is Mississippi and who is officially reported as POW or MIA.

Covers tuition (excludes books, food, supplies, and extracurricular fees) for up to eight semesters.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: msva.ms.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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Frequently asked questions about POW/MIA Children Scholarship

Who qualifies for POW/MIA Children Scholarship?▾
POW/MIA Children Scholarship is for Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); mississippi residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is POW/MIA Children Scholarship worth?▾
The listed value is Up to 4 years tuition. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for POW/MIA Children Scholarship?▾
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify POW/MIA Children Scholarship?▾
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

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