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AMVETS – DEVRY UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE APPROACHING
WASHINGTON, Feb. 1 2008—The deadline for the 2008 AMVETS/DeVry University scholarship is Friday, Feb. 15. Veterans, their family members and children are encouraged to apply for one of the 10 scholarships offered for spring semester 2008.
In 2007, AMVETS partnered with DeVry and the Keller Graduate School of Management to provide up to 30 scholarships per year at a value of up to $9,000 each toward a degree program. The scholarships will be worth up to $1,000 per semester.
The scholarships are offered to coincide with the start of each semester at DeVry and the Keller School. Additional deadlines for 2008 scholarships are June 16 for the summer and October 6 for the fall.
DeVry started the program as a way to honor veterans their families by affording them this unique education opportunity.
Scholarships may be applied to undergraduate and graduate programs at both DeVry and Keller for online and on-site programs. Applicants are eligible for scholarships every semester of enrollment up to $9,000 over the course of a degree plan.
Each applicant must submit an essay, a copy of an eligible DD-214, a resume, a letter of recommendation and their most-recent completed tax return.
AMVETS has long been a proponent of veterans’ higher education, offering a variety of scholarship programs to veterans and their family members.
For complete eligibility rules and to apply, visit www.amvets.org/devry.
About DeVry University:
As one of the largest degree-granting higher education systems in North America, DeVry University provides high-quality, career-oriented associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in technology, healthcare technology, business and management. More than 48,000 students are enrolled at its 87 locations in 25 states and Canada. DeVry is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. For more information visit www.devry.edu.
About AMVETS:
A leader since 1944 in preserving the freedoms secured by America’s armed forces, AMVETS provides support for veterans and the active military in procuring their earned entitlements, as well as community services that enhance the quality of life for this nation’s citizens. AMVETS is one of the largest veterans’ service organizations in the United States, and includes members from each branch of the military, including the National Guard and Reserves. For more information visit www.amvets.org.
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