Student Veterans of America RTX Patriot Scholarship
Direct application
$10,000
2 winners
Eligibility
Demographics
Veteran
Education level
Undergraduate
About this scholarship
U.S. Army veterans enrolled full time at a four-year accredited U.S. college or university as sophomores, juniors, seniors, or graduate students may apply. Applicants must have an honorable discharge, demonstrate leadership and community engagement, and show commitment to their field of study.
Two recipients each receive $10,000 toward tuition, fees, books, and other educational expenses.
Apply through Student Veterans of America between March 31 and May 1. Submit a DD 214, current transcript, and a one- to two-minute video about your background, study area, and career goals. RTX sponsors this award, named for the Patriot Air and Missile Defense System.
Essay questions
What else to submit
- DD Form 214
- Current transcript
- One- to two-minute video about background, study area, and career goals, or written responses addressing all four prompts
- Applicants may submit a 1-2 minute video addressing the prompts instead of written responses; written responses are required only if the applicant declines the video option
- All four prompts must be addressed
- Application deadline: May 1, 2026