Scholarship Opportunity

Ohio Hidden Heroes Scholarship

Offered by Ohio Department of Higher Education

Institution-administered tuition, fee and textbook assistance for qualifying Ohio caregivers of veterans with a 100% service-connected disability.

EssayNot required
RenewableYes
Grade LevelCollege Student, Adult Learner

Eligibility

  • Be an Ohio resident enrolled at an institution participating in Hidden Heroes and not in default on federal student loans.
  • Be enrolled in the VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) and care for a veteran with a 100% service-connected disability.
  • PCAFC enrollment alone does not qualify a caregiver whose veteran has a lower disability rating.

Requirements

  • Provide PCAFC enrollment proof, veteran DD-214, VA overall disability-rating documentation and Ohio residency proof.
  • Student overview says apply no later than one week after the start of the first term in the academic year. Administrator wording is less precise; confirm the school’s exact cutoff before the term begins.
  • Renewal is available subject to school requirements and funding; eligible applicants are not all guaranteed an award.

How to Apply

  1. 1Confirm participation and funding with the school financial aid office and obtain its required application.
  2. 2Submit the completed application and supporting documents directly to that institution.