POW/MIA Children Scholarship

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

State BenefitMississippiEducation & Training

Verified September 30, 2026 against msva.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: September 30, 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: September 30, 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.