John Archuleta Education Scholarship

2025 Scholarship Opportunity for Veterans!

We are proud to introduce the John Archuleta Education Scholarship, an opportunity for two deserving Military Heroes to each receive a $1,500 scholarship to support their educational journey.

Whether you are pursuing a degree in college or training for a skilled trade, this scholarship is designed to ease the financial strain of balancing school, work, and family life.

Review the application criteria below to see if you qualify and take the next step toward achieving your goals.

The Application

To be considered for the John Archuleta Education Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be currently serving in the United States military or have been honorably discharged
Be enrolled at a community college, university, or trade school located in Santa Barbara County or San Luis Obispo County

Before submitting your application, please carefully review all responses. Once submitted, no changes can be made. Incomplete applications will not be considered. You may save your progress and return to your application as many times as needed before submitting.

Application Period:
Applications will be accepted from September 1 through October 15. All applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on October 15. Applications that are started but not submitted by this deadline will not be eligible.

Important Notes About the Application System:

The application has a 45-minute timeout for inactivity
Each time you move to a new page, the timer resets to 45 minutes
Your information is saved as you navigate, but if the application times out due to inactivity, any unsaved changes will be lost
A brief warning will appear before the application closes due to inactivity

If you applied in previous years and were not selected, you are welcome and encouraged to reapply for the 2025 scholarship.

Documents/information needed to fill out the scholarship application

Proof of Service: Please upload one of the following items as proof of service. If you do not have any of these items but have another form of proof, upload that document, and we will review it for acceptance:

– A copy of your DD214
– A copy of your Military or Retirement ID
– A copy of your VA Health ID
– A state license showing you are a Veteran

This documentation is essential for verifying your eligibility for the scholarship.

Transcript: Include an electronic PDF copy of your current unofficial transcript, showing your cumulative GPA (if available), along with your schedule of current classes.
Letters of Recommendation: You are responsible for uploading the required letters of recommendation with your completed application.

Letters of Recommendations

Please provide 2-3 letters of recommendation from individuals who can speak to your character, your service, and your qualifications for the scholarship. These letters should highlight your strengths, achievements, and potential for success in college.

Other Letter of Recommendation considerations:

It is advisable that you list 2 or 3 recommenders in case one does not respond.
The student is responsible for uploading the required documents along with their completed application.
Don’t wait until the last minute to ask for a recommendation as they may not be able to accommodate your request.

Scholarship Awards

Scholarship winners will be announced on our social media pages on Veterans Day, November 11, and will also receive a phone call. Please note that if a veteran does not answer the call, it will not affect their scholarship.
Those who did not win will be notified via email.
The date and location for picking up the scholarship check will be arranged with Welcome Home Military Heroes. All winners will have their photo taken, which will be shared on our social media sites and possibly featured in news organizations, including newspapers and television.
For all communications regarding scholarships, including any questions or concerns, please use email.

Application

Personal Information

Name(Required)

First Middle Last

Email(Required)

Phone(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Date of Birth(Required)

Military Background

Branch of Service(Required)

Army

Air Force

Space Force

Marine Corps

Navy

Coast Guard

Dates of Service(Required)

Enter month/year-month/year. Example: 08/2003-11/2011

Pay Grade(Required)

Type of Discharge(Required)

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)(Required)

Did you receive any military awards or honors? If yes, please list.

Proof of Service

Please upload one of the following items as proof of your military service. This documentation will help verify your eligibility for the scholarship:

DOD Identification Card
Veteran Health Identification Card
Veteran ID Card
State ID, including driver's license or state parks pass with "veteran" designation.
VA Benefits letter

Please ensure that the uploaded document is clear, legible, and includes your name and relevant service details. If you have multiple forms of proof, you may select the most appropriate one for submission.

Upload Proof of Service(Required)

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Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, png, Max. file size: 5 MB.

Educational Information

Name of College/University/Trade School(Required)

Intended Major(Required)

Anticipated Start Date(Required)

Expected Graduation Date(Required)

Cumulative GPA (if applicable)

Essay Questions

Please answer the following essay questions (limit your response to 500 words per question)

1. How has your military experience influenced your decision to pursue higher education and your chosen field of study?(Required)

2. Describe any challenges or obstacles you have overcome during your military service or in transitioning to civilian life, and how these experiences have shaped your character and determination to succeed in college.(Required)

3. Explain why you believe you are a deserving candidate for this scholarship and how it will help you achieve your educational goals.(Required)

4. Please describe any community involvement or volunteer activities you are currently engaged in or have participated in. Include the organization name, your role and/or responsibilities.(Required)

Letters of Recommendation (optional, but highly recommended)

The following information should be provided at the top of page one for the letter of recommendation:

Name of Recommender
Position/Occupation
Institution/Organization
Email Address
Phone Number

Upload Letters of Recommendation

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Accepted file types: pdf, jpg, png, Max. file size: 10 MB, Max. files: 3.

Please read and acknowledge each of the following statements before submitting your application:(Required)

I confirm that all information provided in this application is complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

I understand that providing false, misleading, or omitted information may result in disqualification from scholarship consideration.

If selected as a scholarship recipient, I agree to allow Welcome Home Military Heroes to share my name, photo, and story on its social media platforms and with local media as part of recognizing and celebrating this award.

Signature(Required)

Date(Required)