Tillman Scholars

The Pat Tillman Foundation identifies remarkable military service members, veterans, and spouses, empowering them with academic scholarships and leadership development opportunities.

Overview

The Pat Tillman Foundation identifies remarkable military service members, veterans, and spouses, empowering them with academic scholarships, lifelong leadership development opportunities, and a diverse, global community of high-performing mentors and peers. Tillman Scholars are making an impact as they lead through action in the fields of healthcare, business, public service, STEM, education, and the humanities.

Eligibility

The award is open to:

  • Veteran and active duty military service members from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces including the National Guard who have served in both pre- and post-9/11 eras
  • Current spouses of veteran or active service members, including surviving spouses

Spouses, veterans, and service members who apply must be a full-time student pursuing one of the following degrees at a public or private, U.S.-based, accredited institution for the upcoming fall/spring academic year:

  • An undergraduate degree (bachelor's or above)
  • A graduate or professional degree

Award

Benefits of being a Tillman Scholar include:

  • Military Scholarship: Assist in funding for academic expenses, including tuition, books, and living expenses
  • Global Community: Join a broad and diverse network of high-performing peers, mentors, and industry leaders
  • Lifelong Leadership Development: Opportunities to advance knowledge, skills, and experience

Application Status

Closed

National Deadline

TBA

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