MCA Marine Corps Spouse Scholarship

The Marine Corps Association’s Marine Corps Spouse Scholarship, in partnership with Columbia Southern University, celebrates the resilience, ambition, and spirit of Marine Corps spouses. By supporting spouses who are pursuing education or professional development and who exemplify the strength and connection that sustain Marine Corps families, this scholarship honors their vital role of those behind the camouflage—uplifting those who serve in their own extraordinary way.

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Scholarship Details

This scholarship covers tuition up to 60 semester hours, or the first credential obtained [associate, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree], whichever comes first. 

Application Dates

Open: August 1, 2025 – October 1, 2025

Scholarship Awarded Date

Winner will be notified prior to November 1st and will be presented the Scholarship at the 2025 MCA Annual National Meeting & Luncheon on December 4th in Washington D.C.

Who is Elgible?

The recipient of this scholarship shall be the spouse of either an active-duty or reserve service member in the United States Marine Corps.

Eligibility Verification

Spouse eligibility will be verified on the application. Applicants will be required to include the service members name, rank, current unit, and EAS.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Applicants must be a high school graduate or equivalent (GED).
  • Recipient must be atleast 18 years old or older
  • Applicants must be available to begin their coursework within ninety (90) days of receiving the award.
  • Students must maintain a 3.0 undergraduate or graduate GPA.
  • Students must submit a scholarship renewal annually, which shall include proof of enrollment, proof of good standing, an official transcript, and at least a 3.0 GPA.
  • Students who have previous college experience must meet CSU’s academic requirements for admission to the university.
  • Students must remain in good standing with CSU throughout his or her degree program and maintain continuous enrollment in their degree program.
  • Current CSU students must already meet these requirements to be considered.

Who will select the scholarship recipient?

The scholarship recipient will be selected by an impartial committee appointed by the Marine Corps Association.

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