Civil Air Patrol Corporate
Scholarship Program

CAP Corporate Scholarships

Explanation of Terms

1. Scholarship - A one year monetary award of a stated amount that is presented to a selected individual to further ones' education. Note: All applicants must compete for CAP Scholarships each year.
2. Undergraduate - An applicant who has completed less than 60 semester hours, or the equivalent, prior to the start of the fall semester in which the scholarship is awarded.
3. Advanced Undergraduate - An applicant who has completed at least 60 semester hours, or the equivalent, prior to the start of the fall semester in which the scholarship is awarded.
4. Graduate - An applicant who has, or will have by the end of the current year, a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university.

Description of Academic Scholarships

Undergraduate College Scholarships - Undergraduate scholarships will be offered in each of four disciplines (Engineering, Science, Education, or Humanities) according to the amount of money available in the scholarship fund.

Advanced Undergraduate College Scholarships - Advanced Undergraduate scholarships will be offered according to the amount of money available in the scholarship fund.

Graduate Scholarships - Graduate scholarships will be offered according to the amount of money available in the scholarship fund. Students must hold a Baccalaureate degree when they begin graduate work in the fall of the year of the award.

Technical/Vocational Scholarships - Awarded to select cadets and senior members who are qualified for or interested in furthering their education in courses at accredited trade, technical, or vacation schools. These institutions must offer courses such as aircraft maintenance, airframe technology, criminal justice, human services, and associate degree programs.

Eligibility

• CAP Cadets must have received the Billy Mitchell Award.
• CAP Senior Members must have received the Billy Mitchell Award as a cadet or received the Senior Rating in Cadet Programs Specialty Track of the Senior Training Program.
• Must be a High School Graduate or hold a GED.
• Must be accepted to a College/School or certification that application has been made.

Application Requirements

• Must attach or have forwarded to HQ CAP/CPR official high school/college transcripts.
• Scores on ACT/SAT college entrance exams.
• Statement of Acceptance from an accredited college or university or certificate that application has been made.
• Recent photo in uniform attached to CAPF 95, Application for CAP Scholarship.
• Statement from CAP Squadron Commander stating active participation in squadron activities.
• No more than three (3) letters of recommendation.
• The squadron and wing commanders' signatures are required on the CAPF 95.

 Selection Procedures

A special committee selected by HQ CAP/CP (and appointed by the CAP Executive Director and CAP-USAF Commander) will meet and score the applications. Areas considered are academic achievement, CAP accomplishments and activity, and extra-curricular activities. Selections will be based upon the respective standings of applicants as established by their applications and required supporting documents. All required information must be submitted before the application will be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that ALL required materials are submitted on time. The deadline for CAP Corporate Scholarships is 31 January each year.

  Each of the top five applications, scored by the scholarship selection committee, will be awarded a $1,000 USAA scholarship in lieu of the general CAP Corporate Scholarship.

Renewals

A CAP Scholarship is a one-year monetary award and is not automatically renewed each year. To apply for another scholarship, you must complete another CAPF 95 and update all supporting documentation. All of the updated information must be submitted by the 31 January deadline.

Disbursement of Scholarship Funds

Monies for scholarship funds are sent directly to the CAP Member. You are responsible to ensure the money is utilized most efficiently. Scholarship money may be used for tuition, books, and room and board.

Conditions of Scholarship Awards

CAP Academic Scholarships are awarded under the following conditions:

1. Colleges or universities that you plan to attend must be accredited by one of the six national accreditation associations. Technical/Vocational Schools that you plan to attend must be accredited and/or recognized and approved by HQ CAP/CP.
2. You must maintain an academic and discipline standard acceptable to the school, college, or university you are attending.
3. You must, if requested, provide a written transcript of all completed college work.
4. Your conduct must reflect credit upon the individual and Civil Air Patrol. This includes obeying school policies and procedures and obeying established laws.
5. You must be enrolled in a full time course of study during the academic year for which the scholarship was awarded. Waivers must be presented to HQ CAP/CP.
6. You must submit a separate CAPF 95 for each scholarship for which you are applying.
7. Cadets who will be a senior member prior to 31 January must ensure that your transfer of status is completed so that scholarships can be awarded.

Point of Contact

Send your completed scholarship application by January 31 to:

Scholarships
HQ CAP/CPR
105 S Hansell St
Maxwell AFB AL 36112-6332

Questions?

If you have any questions, please e-mail cpr@cap.af.mil or call 334.953.4238.