Money for College
How Much is The Education Award?
AmeriCorps members who successfully complete all program requirements are eligible to receive the award of $4,725! This award is in the form of a voucher, not cash. You must have a high school diploma or equivalent in order to receive an education award.
How Can I Use The Education Award?
You can use your education award in the following ways:
- To repay qualified existing or future student loans;
- To pay all or part of the cost of attending a qualified institution of higher education (including certain vocational programs); or
- To pay expenses while participating in an approved school-to-work program.
When Can I Use The Education Award?
You must use your education award within seven years of completion of your service. You must have a high school diploma or equivalent at the time you use it. You may apply for an extension if, during the seven-year period, you perform another term of service in an approved AmeriCorps position or if you were unavoidably prevented from using the award.
