Our Services Education Assistance
Grants & Interest-Free Loans

Overview

The NMCRS Education Assistance program provides grants & interest-free loans to eligible Navy & Marine Corps dependents and MECEP/MECP students so they reach their post-secondary education goals with less financial stress.

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  • 2024 Timeline

    • 3/1: Application Opens
    • 5/15: Application Closes
    • 6/17: Award Announcement
    • 7/8: Award Acceptance Deadline
    • 7/22: Awards Dispersed to Schools

  • Eligible Applicants

    Applicants must be:

    • Child (under age 23 on September 30, 2024) of an active duty, retired or deceased Sailor or Marine
    • Spouse of an active duty or retired Sailor or Marine
    • MECEP/MECP student (loan only)

  • Program Eligibility

    Full or Part-time program in:

    • Career & Technical Education
    • Associates Degree
    • Bachelors Degree
    • Masters Degree (spouses only)