Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance

Department Of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration

To provide educational opportunities to the dependents of certain disabled and deceased Veterans.

Jargon-free version

Helps dependents of disabled or deceased Veterans pay for education. Provides opportunities for college tuition and training programs.

Quick Facts

Funding
Contact for details
Deadline
Rolling
Status
Rolling Intake
Category
STEM Research & Education
Organization
Department Of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration

Preview our US grants database โ€” free Excel sample

Real Excel sample. Just your email.

You'll also get our weekly grants digest. Unsubscribe anytime.

Free Excel sample of the US Grants Database, contextually offered on the Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance program page.

What Is This Program?

To provide educational opportunities to the dependents of certain disabled and deceased Veterans.

What Benefits Are Offered?

training

Chat with Grant experts

Browse our directory of vetted grant professionals who can help with your application.

Browse Partner Directory

๐Ÿ† Detailed Application Guide

๐Ÿ“‹What Are the Application Steps & Timeline?

๐Ÿ“Steps to Apply
  • Determine eligibility for VA education benefits
  • Prepare necessary documentation
  • Complete the application form
  • Submit the application
๐ŸŒApplication Portal
https://www.va.gov/education/
๐Ÿ“คSubmission Method
online
๐Ÿ”„Intake Type
rolling

๐Ÿ“„What Documents Are Required?

โœ…Required Documents
  • SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
  • SF-424A (Budget Information - Non-Construction)
  • SF-424B (Assurances)
  • Project Narrative
  • Budget Narrative
๐Ÿ“Format Requirements
PDF only, max 10MB

Still searching one grant at a time?

See this grant and hundreds more like this in the database instantly.

๐Ÿ’ฐWhat Expenses Are Eligible?

๐ŸงพEligible Expenses
  • college tuition
  • training program costs
  • career counseling expenses

๐ŸคIs Matching Funding Required?

๐Ÿ“ŠWhat Are the Reporting Requirements?

๐Ÿ”Audit Requirements
OMB Uniform Guidance Single Audit if the recipient expends $750,000 or more in federal awards in a fiscal year
๐Ÿ—„๏ธRecord Retention Period
3 years post-final-report

How Do I Apply?

EDUSTAENG.VBAVACO@va.gov
(202) 461-9800

Know a grant consultant who should be listed here? Refer them.

More Programs Like This

๐Ÿงฎ
STEM Research & Education
Rolling

Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve

Department Of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration

To encourage membership in units of the Selected Reserve of the Ready Reserve and to provide educational assistance to m...

๐Ÿงฎ
STEM Research & Education
Rolling

National Security Education Program David L. Boren Fellowships

Dept Of Defense, Defense Human Resources Activity

(1) To provide the necessary resources, accountability and flexibility to meet the national security education needs of ...

๐Ÿงฎ
STEM Research & Education
Rolling

Post-Vietnam Era Veterans' Educational Assistance

Department Of Veterans Affairs, Veterans Benefits Administration

To provide educational assistance to persons entering the Armed Forces after December 31, 1976, and before July 1, 1985;...

FAQFrequently Asked Questions

Visit the program page for detailed eligibility requirements.

Contact the program administrator for funding details.

This program accepts applications on a rolling basis.

Choose your tier

One-time purchase, instant .xlsx download. USD.

Promo codes can be entered at checkout.

Basic

5 columns per program

$149
  • 2,800 active US grants
  • Title + CFDA for every program
  • Funder named & linked
  • Know what each grant funds
  • Clean .xlsx, opens in Excel
BEST VALUE

Pro

24 columns per program

$249
  • 2,800 active US grants
  • See funding size & deadlines fast
  • Know exactly who qualifies
  • Reach 800 verified emails & phones
  • Sortable tabs: theme, deadlines
  • Plus everything in Basic

Intelligence

49 columns per program

$349
  • 2,800 active US grants
  • Exactly how & where to apply
  • What you can spend it on
  • Reporting & compliance, upfront
  • Full contact directory tab
  • Plus everything in Pro

A detailed invoice will be emailed to you after purchase. Use it for company reimbursement.