Scholarships for Children of First Responders

These 4 hand-curated scholarships are open to Children of First Responders. We highlight the award amount, deadline, and eligibility for each, ranking fully funded opportunities first so you never miss a deadline that matters to you.

4 scholarships

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Fully funded United States Undergraduate

Arkansas Heroes Scholarship

Arkansas Division of Higher Education

Amount
In-state tuition, housing, and mandatory fees at an eligible Arkansas institution after applicable benefits
Deadline
Jul 1, 2027

An eligible spouse or dependent child of a qualifying Arkansas military member or public-service hero who is an Arkansas resident and will …

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Fully funded United States Undergraduate

NYS Memorial Scholarship

New York State Higher Education Services Corporation

Amount
Up to the average cost of attendance at a state-operated SUNY or the student’s actual cost of attendance, whichever is less
Deadline
Open year-round

Children, spouses, or financial dependents of specified New York public-safety workers who died from line-of-duty injuries and who are enro…

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Fully funded United States Undergraduate

Mississippi Law Enforcement Officers & Firefighters Scholarship

Mississippi Office of Student Financial Aid

Amount
Tuition, required fees, and average campus housing cost at a Mississippi public college or university
Deadline
Sep 15, 2026 (past deadline)

A spouse or dependent child under 23 of a qualifying Mississippi law enforcement officer or firefighter killed or permanently disabled in t…

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Fully funded United States Undergraduate

New Jersey Survivor Tuition Benefits Program

New Jersey Higher Education Student Assistance Authority

Amount
Full tuition up to the highest tuition charged at a New Jersey public institution
Deadline
Oct 1, 2026 (past deadline)

New Jersey-resident children and surviving spouses of qualifying first responders killed in the line of duty.

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