Honorably discharged U.S. military veterans who have already transitioned to civilian life and are seeking to reposition their careers for long-term success and fulfillment.

Find Your Next Mission
The transition from military service to a civilian career is a significant milestone, one that brings opportunity but also uncertainty.

Each year, thousands of veterans enter the workforce with proven leadership, technical expertise, and a strong sense of purpose. Yet many quickly discover their first civilian role does not fully align with their experience, expectations, or long-term goals.

In fact, more than half of veterans leave their first job within a year, and many remain underemployed in roles that do not reflect their full capabilities.

A Scholarship for Your Next Step Forward
The Veteran Next Mission Scholarship is designed for veterans who have already taken that first step and are ready to make a more intentional move forward.

This scholarship helps veterans reorient their skills toward careers that are personally meaningful, restore professional fulfillment, and align with their full potential and experience, creating a path for long-term growth.

Through funding for certifications, professional designations, vocational training, undergraduate and graduate-level education, this scholarship provides the tools needed to move forward with confidence and clarity.

Eligibility Details
This scholarship is intended for veterans who are:

• Honorably discharged from U.S. military service
• Within 1 to 10 years of separation
• Currently unemployed or underemployed
• Seeking to pivot, advance, or redirect their career path
• Pursuing a certification program, professional credential, vocational training, undergraduate or graduate education

Application Details
Application Window: July 1 to July 31

Applications may be submitted directly through First Command Educational Foundation