Listed below are the scholarships awarded by the Virginia DAR. No affiliation with the State or National Societies is necessary to qualify for these scholarships. DAR members’ children are also eligible to apply.
Click on the links for application information.
Virginia DAR Scholarships
Virginia DAR Scholarship — All Majors
Four scholarships of $2,500 each are awarded to high school seniors who plan to major in any field other than nursing. The winners MUST attend a Virginia college or university. Students applying to a Virginia community college transition program leading to a four-year degree and students who are home-schooled are also eligible to apply.
Two $2,500 scholarships are awarded to a high school senior who will continue her/his education at an accredited Virginia school of nursing.
Click here for the Virginia DAR Scholarship Fact Sheet. A Cover Sheet and Financial Need form are also required. All are available from the links here, from local DAR chapters, or the State DAR Scholarship Chairman. Some high school counselors may also have the forms.
National DAR Scholarships
More information about National DAR Scholarships
Click here for a National Scholarship Fact Sheet. You may also apply for a National DAR Scholarship. Click here for more information on National DAR Scholarships, or to make a contribution toward the Friends of the DAR Scholarship Pin.
All scholarship applications must be received by the State DAR Scholarship Chairman not later than January 17.
Contact State Chair Sharon Bolin for more information.