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SMSA Scholarship infoRMATION

Scholarships are awarded for accredited four-year bachelor's degrees, two-year associates degrees or Career & Technical Education (CTE) degrees (12-18 month career and technical education programs). We do not provide scholarships for graduate school, part-time programs or great-grandchildren.

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​Scholarship awards may be used for tuition, books and academic-related fees. Scholarships are renewable for up to four-years provided recipient meets academic requirements.

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Scholarships are awarded to the children and grandchildren of a Seabee or Civil Engineer Corps (CEC) Officer:

  • Eligible sponsors are enlisted personnel with a Seabee rating, CEC officers, or others who have served or are serving in a Naval Construction Force Unit.  This includes members of other service branches assigned to a Seabee unit.  Active duty, reserve, retired and honorably discharged Seabee children and grandchildren are eligible to apply.      

  • Scholarship Applications accepted January 1-April 21 each year.

  • Applications must be completed and submitted online. Mailed in applications will not be accepted.
     

Required Application Documents:

All applicants must submit a Scholarship Application that includes:

  • Verification of Sponsor’s eligibility as Seabee, CEC officer, or service with a Seabee unit. Acceptable official documents include DD-214, discharge or reenlistment certificates or current active duty orders.

  • Student Aid Report showing Expected Family Contribution amount from Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

  • Summary of Extracurricular Activities and Awards (school and community)

  • Summary of applicant employment history (employers, dates and description of responsibilities)

  • Official transcript with unweighted GPA

  • Letter of Recommendation

  • Essay

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Failure to submit a complete application with the correct required information will result in disqualification.  

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Application Questions:

Scholarship applicants will be asked to provide the following:

  • Name

  • Address

  • Cell Phone Number

  • Email Address

  • Date of Birth

  • Will you attend classes to earn a four-year, two-year or CTE degree

  • Name of Seabee Sponsor

  • Relationship to Applicant

  • Is Seabee Sponsor living or deceased

  • Is Seabee Sponsor Enlisted or Officer

  • Is Seabee Sponsor Active Duty, Selected Reserve, Retired or Honorably Discharged

  • Is Seabee Sponsor a Purple Heart recipient

  • Upload proof of Seabee Sponsor eligibility

  • Parent/Guardian Name

  • Parent/Guardian Address

  • Parent/Guardian Cell Phone Number

  • Parent/Guardian Email Address

  • Date of High School Graduation

  • Are you a first-generation college student

  • College most likely to attend

  • Intended Major

  • Will you be using the GI Bill

  • What is the Expected Family Contribution (EFC) from FAFSA

  • Upload FAFSA Student Aid Report

  • Transcript Request (Name & Email Address)

  • Letter of Recommendation Request (Name & Email Address)

  • Extracurricular Activities & Awards

  • Work Experience

  • Essay  (500-750 words)  

IMPORTANT DATES

​2023 Scholarship Application

Scholarship Applications are now closed.

2023 Scholarship award notification will be made by July 15, 2023.

 

2024 Scholarship Application

Scholarship Applications open

Monday, January 1, 2024

Scholarships Offered by the Seabee Memorial Scholarship Association:
 

Four Year Renewable Scholarships

These scholarships provide annual grants for each year of a four-year baccalaureate degree at any accredited college or university.  

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Two Year Renewable Scholarships

These scholarships provide annual grants for each year of a two-year associate degree program at any accredited two-year institution, including community college.  

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Career and Technical Education (CTE) Scholarships

These scholarships provide one-time grants for 12 to 18-month programs in any career or technical education program.

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Seabee Wounded in Action Scholarships

These scholarships are for children or grandchildren of Seabees who were wounded in action and received a Purple Heart. These scholarships can be four-year, two-year or CTE depending on the student’s field of study.

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Fallen Seabee Scholarship

These scholarships are reserved for the children of Seabees killed in action. These scholarships can be four-year, two-year or CTE depending on the student’s field of study. 

​Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
 

What selection criteria are used to select recipients?

Scholarship selections are made on the basis of leadership, good citizenship, character, financial need, and scholastic record​.

 

What are the Seabee/CEC Sponsor requirements for applicants?

To apply for a scholarship, students must be children, step-children, grandchildren and/or step-grandchildren of any officer or enlisted member who serve or have served with the Naval Construction Force (Seabees) or the Navy Civil Engineer Corps (CEC).

 

Are step-children eligible to apply?

Yes! Step-children and/or step-grandchildren may be required to provide additional documentation to show proof of relationship to their qualifying military parent (typically a tax document or a marriage certificate).

 

Can I still apply for the SMSA scholarship if I’m receiving VA and/or GI Bill benefits?

Yes! Our scholarship can be used in addition to any other benefits you may be receiving.
 

Do I need to submit a transcript?

Yes, an official unweighted transcript is required. If your school does not print the unweighted GPA on the transcript, a letter from your school counselor stating the unweighted GPA is required. Applications submitted without an unweighted GPA will be disqualified.

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When is the Deadline?

Scholarship deadline is the third Friday in April each year. Applications must be completed online, with all supporting documents, no later than 11:59 pm (PDT) on this date.

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