Wright State University launches new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty military

Active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists can pursue a bachelor’s degree at Wright State with support from the university’s new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship.

Wright State University has launched a new undergraduate scholarship designed to ease the financial burden on active-duty military members, activated Guard members and reservists — reinforcing the university’s commitment to national defense and its long-standing partnership with Wright-Patterson Air Force Base.

Wright State’s Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship pays for tuition costs for tuition assistance-approved courses not covered by Military Tuition Assistance — up to $5,000 and 18 credit hours per year. The scholarship is automatically calculated and awarded after tuition assistance is applied, removing both financial and administrative barriers to enrollment.

Wright State also offers a WPAFB Graduate School Scholarship, which provides up to $6,000 annually to base employees, reservists and their family members.

Both scholarships represent an important financial support system for military-connected students and reinforce Wright State’s mission to support those who serve in the nation’s defense, said Jason Anderson, Ph.D., executive director of Wright State’s Center for Civics, Culture and Workforce Development.

“We are committed to removing financial barriers to education for the military community. Whether through the new undergraduate scholarship for active-duty members or the WPAFB Graduate School Scholarship, Wright State ensures that airmen, reservists, base personnel and their families have the resources to pursue their academic and professional goals,” said Anderson, who is also a retired Air Force colonel. “These efforts help strengthen the critical workforce pipeline that supports the Department of Defense — and we are honored to be part of that mission.”

Wright State’s academic programs and student services are strategically designed to align with the Air Force base’s workforce needs and support its personnel. Military-affiliated students at Wright State benefit from:

• Flexible scheduling and online learning options
• Credit for prior military training and experience
• Priority registration
• A strong support network of military-connected peers and staff

At the heart of these efforts is the Veteran and Military Center, which offers a dedicated space that provides support, transition services and a welcoming environment. More than 700 students utilize GI Bill benefits each semester through the center.

Dakota Flood and Nick Traxler, Wright State students currently serving in the 88th Communications Squadron at WPAFB, are already benefiting from the new Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship. Both say the financial support will help them stay focused on achieving their academic goals.

“While I’m fortunate to have Military Tuition Assistance to help with my college expenses, it doesn’t fully cover the cost of attending a university like Wright State,” said Flood, a nursing major and parent of three children under the age of 8. “The Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship is a tremendous gift that bridges that gap. Thanks to this scholarship, I can dedicate my personal finances to supporting my children, knowing my educational goals are within reach.”

“While I am grateful for Air Force Tuition Assistance, it only goes so far,” said Trexler, an electrical engineering major who also has three children. “The Active Duty Military Undergraduate Scholarship allows me to better focus on my education at Wright State without worrying about how to take care of my family.”

Learn more

For more information about resources for military-connected students at Wright State:
Contact: Veteran and Military Center at 937-775-5550 or vmc@wright.edu
Visit: wright.edu/VMC