Ohio War Orphan & Severely Disabled Veterans’ Children Scholarship

Ohio Department of Education

This scholarship program awards tuition assistance to the children of deceased or severely disabled Ohio veterans who served in the armed forces during a period of declared war or conflict.

Qualifications:

To receive War Orphans Scholarship benefits, a student must:
– Be an Ohio resident
– Be enrolled for full-time undergraduate study and pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree at an eligible Ohio college or university.

Applicants must apply between the ages of 16 and 24. Award amounts vary by year.

Award Amount:
Varies

Deadline:
May 15, 2026