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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 15 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

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2023 Scholarship winners

have all been notified. 

 

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 April 15th 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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