Award Information
The mission of the Pat Tillman Foundation is to invest in active and veteran military service members and their spouses through educational scholarships–building a diverse community of leaders committed to service to others. The scholarship aims to cover expenses left unpaid by the GI Bill and other government support.
The program also seeks to provide guidance and resources that empower Tillman Scholars to serve and lead in their local communities and ease the transition from military to civilian life.
Eligibility
- Veteran and active-duty military service members
- Honorably discharged of pre– and post–9/11 service
- From all branches of the U.S. Military including the National Guard and Reserve
- Current spouses of veterans or active-duty service members, including surviving spouses
- Service members or spouses pursuing a degree as a full-time student:
- Undergraduate (bachelor’s or above)
- Graduate or post-graduate degree
- Public or private U.S.-based accredited institution
Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated according to the following criteria:
- Educational and career ambitions
- Record of military service and/or community impact as a military spouse
- Record of personal achievement
- Demonstration of service to others in the community
- Desire to continue to serve others and make a positive impact on your community
- Leadership potential
- Compelling, thoughtful, genuine, and thorough essay question responses
Application Process
Apply directly through the Tillman Foundation website. The online application is typically due at the end of February each year.
In order to best prepare for completing the application, have the following information available during the process: military service history, academic history, enrollment plans, and expected academic/living expenses and income for the upcoming academic year. All Tillman Scholar applicants must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in order to be considered for funding.
Application Support
Graduate and professional students from UW Seattle can contact the Office of Fellowships and Awards in The Graduate School (G-1 Communications Building): gradappt@uw.edu, 206.543.7152
Undergraduate students from UW Seattle (and recent bachelor’s degree graduates of the UW) can contact the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards (171 Mary Gates Hall): Robin Chang, scholarq@uw.edu, 206.543.4282
UW Bothell students of all levels can contact the Office of Merit Scholarships, Fellowships and Awards (Student Success Center UW1-160): Natalia Dyba, uwbms@uw.edu, 425.352.3667
UW Tacoma students of all levels can contact the Office of Student Fellowships & Awards (Garretson Woodruff & Pratt 102): Cindy Schaarschmidt, tscholar@uw.edu, 253.692.4358