Pillars of Strength Scholarship for Caregivers at UMGC

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University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is proud to offer a full ride scholarship opportunity for caregivers of our nation’s service members and veterans who become wounded, injured or ill in the line-of-duty on-or-after September 11, 2001.

The Pillars of Strength Scholarship Program aims to honor the unparalleled selflessness and extraordinary commitment of these caregivers. If you are a caregiver, you know that your dedication often pushes your personal goals to the backburner. This scholarship is designed to help you achieve your education goals in a high-demand, career-focused, undergraduate or graduate program at UMGC.

About the Scholarship:

The Pillars of Strength scholarship application for the 2026-2027 academic year opens November 11, 2025 and closes April 30, 2026.​ The scholarship covers the full cost of tuition, fees, and course required resources. The Pillars of Strength Scholarship Program is managed by UMGC and the Blewitt Foundation in association with The National Military Family Association.

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