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General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program is sponsored by Air and Space Forces Aid Society (AFAS). Provides grants based on financial need to eligible dependent children of active duty, Title 10 Guard/Reserve members on extended active duty, Title 32 Guard members performing full-time active duty, and retired Air Force members for full-time undergraduate college education.
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General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant | Hap Arnold Grant General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Applications for the 2026-2027 academic year are now closed.
The application process will re-open in January 2027. This program, also known as the Hap Arnold Grant, is the centerpiece of the AFAS education support. The application process for the Hap Arnold Grant serves as a platform for other key education support opportunities at the Society, including the Merit Scholarship program, and Interest-free Supplemental loan program.
The Hap Arnold grant is uniquely tailored to recognize the proper weighing of family income and education costs. Award amounts vary each year based on the number of applicants, total approved grant budget, applicant’s Student Aid Index (SAI) from the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and cost of attendance at a college or university approved by the Department of Education.
The specific amount awarded correlates to a student’s particular level of financial need. Please review the eligibility criteria and documents below to see if you qualify.
Application process and instructions 2026-2027 Application Process Timeline FAFSA Instructions 2026-2027 Fact Sheet – Hap Arnold Education Grant Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) Children of U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force members in the following categories: Active Duty, Title 10 Reserve and Guard on extended active duty, and Title 32 Guard performing full-time active duty through September 30 of the academic year.
Retired due to length of active duty service or disability. Retired AGR/Reserve with 20+ satisfactory service years creditable for retired pay and placed on the Air Force or Space Force Reserve Retired List (no other retired classifications are considered eligible). Deceased member who died while on active duty or in retired status.
Children must not reach age 24 during the award year. Spouses of U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force members in the following categories: Active Duty, Title 10 Reserve and Guard on extended active duty, and Title 32 Guard performing full-time active duty through September 30 of the academic year. Surviving spouses of Air Force and Space Force members who died while on active duty or in retired status.
Spouses must be legally married to the member (not separated or pending divorce) at the time of application and disbursement of award. Be a high school graduate enrolled or accepted as a full-time undergraduate student in the upcoming academic year. Be enrolled or accepted in an accredited college, university or vocational/trade school approved by the U.S. Department of Education for participation in federal aid programs.
Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of a 2. 0 on a 4. 0 scale and remain in good standing with the school.
Not be a graduate or professional student. Not be a veteran or a member of the National Guard, Reserves or other military branch. Be considered a dependent of the Airman/Guardian for federal student aid purposes.
Applications for the 2027-2028 academic year will open in early January 2027 . If you need assistance, please contact the Education Department at or (703) 972-2647. The fastest response method is via email communication.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Dependent children of active duty, Title 10 Guard/Reserve members on extended active duty, Title 32 Guard members performing full-time active duty, retired Service members due to length of active duty service or disabil…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $500 to $4,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
General Henry H. Arnold Education Grant Program is funded by Air and Space Forces Aid Society (AFAS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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AFAS Supplemental Education Loan Program is sponsored by Air and Space Forces Aid Society (AFAS). This is a zero-interest loan to help meet college expenses such as books, fees, and supplies. It is only available to dependents who have already successfully completed both parts of the Henry 'Hap' Arnold Education Grant application.
Bundles for Babies is sponsored by Air and Space Forces Aid Society (AFAS). This class teaches expectant and new parents basic parenting and financial skills for budgeting for a new baby. After completing the class, parents can apply for a $150 monetary gift from AFAS to help purchase baby essentials.
AFAS Merit & Grit Scholarship is sponsored by Air and Space Forces Aid Society (AFAS). A scholarship available to dependent children and spouses of active duty; Title 10 Guard/Reserve on extended active duty; Title 32 Guard performing full-time active duty; retired; and deceased Air Force members who demonstrate outstanding academic potential based on GPA, or used…
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