Pat Tillman Scholarship

About the Tillman Scholars Program

The Pat Tillman Scholars Program honors military service members, veterans, and spouses by awarding scholarships and providing lifelong community with over 1,000 Tillman Scholars and counting. Tillman Scholars engage in leadership development, career architecture, events, and community building, all committed to service beyond self and carrying on the legacy of Pat Tillman. 

Tillman Scholars receive, on average, $10,000 per academic year based on financial need and educational expenses. The scholarship can be applied to tuition, fees, books, and living expenses. "This investment removes the financial barrier between potential and impact, closing a debt gap for Tillman Scholars pursuing education."


 

Interested in Applying?

Eligibility

Applicants must be:

  • A veteran, active duty service member, or a spouse of a veteran/active duty service member, including surviving spouses

  • Enrolled full-time in either a 4-year undergraduate program, or in a graduate or professional degree program for the upcoming academic year

  • Able to provide proof of military service/connection

  • Planning to go to graduate school to pursue a career in public service 

 

Tillman applicants should demonstrate a clear academic goals, extraordinary leadership potential, and a deep desire to create positive change. Tillman applicants are selected on the basis of scholarship, humble leadership, service, and impact, in line with the values Pat Tillman lived by. 

Truman Campus Nomination Timeline

  1. October - November 2026

    Complete URAF Interest & Consent Form 

    Contact Dr. Frankie Antillon

  2. November 16-20, 2026

    Required: Draft 1 Advising Appointment with Dr. Frankie Antillon

  3. December 4, 2026 at 12:00 PM Central (Noon)

    Campus Deadline: Essay Drafts and Reference Drafts Due

  4. By December 18, 2026

    Truman Committee Nomination Results

  5. January 11-25, 2027

    Required: Final Draft Revision Advising Appointments and Interview

  6. January 26, 2027

    Final Submissions & Final Reference Letters Due

  7. February 2, 2027

    National Deadline for Receipt of Nominations