Jean Perkins Foundation Scholarship
Scholarship Amount: $5,000
Number awarded: 7
Open to: Graduate student veterans
Application Period: March 3, 2025 – March 23, 2025
Where to apply: Longhorn Awards & Student Scholarship Opportunities
Eligibility requirements
- Must be an honorably discharged veteran from the active duty component of the U.S. Armed Forces.
- Must be enrolled as a full-time student.
- Applicant must be making satisfactory academic progress (SAP), as defined by the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid, towards a degree, or have an approved SAP appeal.
- Preference may be given to veterans who have served in a Department of Defense designated combat zone and students with the greatest need.
The Story Behind the Scholarship
The Jean Perkins Foundation has been providing unparalleled support to Longhorn student veterans since the first Jean Perkins Veteran Scholarships were awarded on the 40 Acres in 2011. Since that time, 250 Longhorn veterans have been awarded over 400 scholarships totaling nearly 2 million dollars in support. Each year, 55 undergraduate student veterans are awarded $5,000 scholarships to support their academic and professional goals. Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Jean Perkins Foundation, our student veterans and their families can make their academic and professional dreams a reality.
Jean Perkins Stuart was the heir to the Carnation Company. Having no children, Jean wanted her estate to support causes such as medical research and veterans. Jean was an active member of the Daughters of the American Revolution and had an incredible love for her country. Jean Perkins Stuart passed away in 2004.