Star Scholarships are available to the children and spouses of fallen or disabled veterans, children of injured active-duty service members, as well as qualifying disabled veterans. Applicants must be NC residents accepted to or attending NC post-secondary institutions.
Scholarship Details
- Available to children and spouses of fallen or disabled veterans, children of injured active-duty service members, and qualifying disabled veterans
- Scholarship amount is approximately $2,000 per semester
- Funds may be applied toward the cost of attendance at eligible North Carolina institutions
- Scholarship renewals and disbursements depend on continued eligibility and academic standing
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicant must be a resident of North Carolina
- Must be accepted to or currently enrolled in an eligible North Carolina post-secondary institution
- Eligible applicants include:
- Children and spouses of fallen or disabled veterans
- Children of injured active-duty service members
- Qualifying disabled veterans with a VA disability rating of at least 50%
- Institution must be accredited and located within the state of North Carolina
- Applicant must demonstrate qualifying educational expenses not covered by other aid sources
Application Process
- Apply for admission to an eligible post-secondary institution within North Carolina
- Gather documentation verifying military service, disability status, or relationship to the qualifying veteran or service member
- Complete the official Star Scholarship application provided through the administering state agency
- Submit all required supporting materials by the designated deadline
Since its inception in 2003, Patriot Foundation has utilized donations from corporate partners, private foundations, and individual donors to fund scholarships to our military communities throughout the country. In 2020, Patriot Foundation and the North Carolina State Legislature entered into a public/private partnership. It was one of the first of its kind. The allocations from the State Legislature allow Patriot Foundation to increase its scholarship support of North Carolina military families attending North Carolina post-secondary institutions.
