Minnesota G.I. Bill
Eligible applicants can get up to $5,000 per fiscal year, with a $15,000 lifetime maximum. Eligible applicants must apply every new fiscal year; applications open each July.
Some spouses and children are eligible also. For more information, visit and complete the online application.
Minnesota National Guard State Tuition Reimbursement
Soldiers and Airmen in the Minnesota National Guard may be eligible for this state education benefit. Learn more and apply at or contact the National Guard Education Office at 651.282.4589.
Minnesota Veteran Education Benefit
For undergraduate students, this is a one-time grant to veterans who have exhausted their federal education benefits. Learn more and apply at .
Minnesotans' Military Appreciation Fund
MMAF is a non-partisan, non-political, 501(C)(3) nonprofit corporation. The mission of MMAF is to say "thanks" to Minnesota Service members and their families who are making sacrifices in the defense of our freedoms in combat zones around the world.
Learn more and apply at .
Minnesota Surviving Spouse & Dependent Education Benefit
This grant is for spouses and dependents, including adopted and stepchildren, whose veteran spouse or veteran parent died while on active duty, or from a service-connected condition. Recipients can attend a public Minnesota university or college free of tuition until they obtain a bachelor's degree. MDVA also provides $750 per fiscal year for fees, books, and supplies, and/or room and board.
See to learn more and apply.
North Dakota National Guard Tuition Grant
Members of the North Dakota National Guard may be eligible for this tuition reimbursement program. Learn more and apply at .
Hero at Home Scholarship - Daniel Drevnick Memorial Fund
Visit to apply for scholarships for students studying law enforcement.
Lance Corporal Dale W. Means Scholarship
The Marine Corp League - Two Eagles Detachment (#842 Savage, Minn.) has an annual scholarship program. Apply at .
Tillman Scholars
This annual competitive scholarship program is open to service members, veterans, and spouses. Visit to apply.
VFW SportClips Help a Hero Scholarship
Scholarships of up to $5,000 awarded biannually: visit to learn more and apply.
Wells Fargo
Folds of Honor® Higher Education Scholarship
offers scholarships for military spouses and dependents.
Other Scholarships and Grants
 from the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs.
Retroactive Scholarships from Leave No Veteran Behind
Visit to learn more.
Marine Gunnery Sergeant John Fry Scholarship
to learn more and apply.
