Western Governors University (WGU) Reservists and National Guard Scholarships
WGU Reservists and National Guard Scholarship
Western Governors University is pleased to offer the WGU Reservists and National Guard Scholarship. These scholarships are designed to help members of the Reserves and the National Guard attend college online and earn a degree in business, information technology, teacher education, or healthcare.
Who Should Apply
Individuals interested in one of the following programs:
- College of Business
- College of Information Technology
- WGU Teachers College
- College of Health Professions (includes nursing)
About the Scholarship
A WGU Reservists and National Guard Scholarship is valued up to $1,500. The scholarship will be credited to your account at the rate of $300 per six-month term, renewable each year for up to a maximum of five terms. You will be required to reapply for the scholarship each year for renewal.
Eligibility Requirements
- Must submit official transcripts of all prior work (master’s-seeking students must show proof they have earned an accredited bachelor’s degree).
- Complete an application for admission.
- Satisfactorily complete the WGU Readiness Assessment.
- Be officially admitted to WGU.
- Submit verification of status as a current member of the Reserves or National Guard from the student’s unit’s education officer.
- Submit a letter of recommendation from unit’s education officer. This recommendation should attest to the value of the degree to be earned toward enhancing the student’s value and contributions to the National Guard or Reserve. This recommendation should be sent to sfreeman@wgu.edu.
- Interview with a WGU Scholarship Counselor prior to the award decision.
Note: This scholarship program is designed for new students only.
Scholarship Details
Multiple scholarships will be awarded. Each scholarship will be awarded based upon a candidate’s academic record, readiness for online study, and current competency, plus other considerations. WGU’s competency-based education approach makes it possible for students to accelerate their program and complete the requirements in as little as two to four years for a bachelor’s degree or two years for a master’s degree. The actual time to completion will depend on the incoming student’s prior experience, academic background, and time commitment to study.
If you are selected to receive the scholarship, you will be required to read the WGU Student Handbook and agree to and understand the tuition and refund policies. You will also be required to sign a WGU Scholarship Agreement before monies are awarded.
Tuition for a six-month term is $2,890, less the $300 per term scholarship. To maintain your eligibility to receive the scholarship monies, you must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) through the duration of your degree program. You will also be required to reapply for the scholarship at the end of the second six-month term of each year for renewal. If you have maintained the required eligibility, your scholarship will be renewed.
Financial Aid is Also Available
Good news! Financial aid is also available. You may choose to pay for the remaining portion of your tuition through federal financial aid (subject to your eligibility). Pell Grants, which do not have to be repaid, are granted based upon financial need. Federal Direct Student Loans are available to most students. Subsidized loans, which are dependent on financial need, reduce the interest due on loans. Learn more about financial aid.
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Application Deadline: January 31st, 2009
Note: Scholarships are awarded on an ongoing basis. Apply early.