Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society provides several programs and services to assist active duty and retired Sailors, Marines and their families in financial need including Quick Assist loans, funds for emergency travel and disaster relief services, Budget for Baby workshops, scholarships and interest-free loans.
Scholarships and interest-free education loans are awarded once per academic year. Scholarships range from $500-$3,000 and loans are available up to $4,000. Awards are determined by FAFSA Student Aid Report (SAR) and tuition costs. Funds are provided directly to the institution to help pay for tuition, books, room and board. Students may reapply each year. Applications are accepted March 1-May 15. For questions email education@nmcrs.org, or call 703-696-4960.
Eligibility Requirements
- Children of active duty, retired or qualifying deceased Sailors and Marines ● Must be under age 23 by September 30 of current academic year ● Surviving children of Sailors and Marines who passed on active duty or after retirement
- Spouses of active duty or retired Sailors and Marines
- Active duty Sailor or Marine enrolled in a MECEP/MECP program is eligible for the loan
- Applicants Pursuing: • Career & Technical Education • Associates degrees • Bachelors degrees • Masters degrees