Civil Air Patrol

CAP Cadet Academic Scholarships (CadetInvest)

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Award
Generally $1,000 to $2,500; the Board of Governors Academic Scholarship is $2,500 for two cadets
Deadline
2027 applications projected to open December 15, 2026 and close January 15, 2027 at 12 noon Central
How to apply
Submit the primary scholarship application and at least one scholarship subevent in Registration Zone (e-Services), with a resume and 1 to 3 recommendation letters; unit and wing commanders must approve by the deadline.
What you'll need
  • Recommendation letters
  • Membership in the sponsoring organization
  • A resume or activities list
Who can apply
Current, active CAP cadets in good standing who have earned the Billy Mitchell Award or higher, are high school seniors or graduates, and are accepted to or have applied to a postsecondary school. Recipients from the prior three years are not eligible.
Good to know
Some listed scholarships are limited to certain wings or are need-based; the Schroder STEM scholarship requires an essay checked for AI use.