Scholarship Programs
THE GATHERING OF EAGLES FOUNDATION (GOEF) APPLICATION PERIOD IS NOW OPEN!
River Region STEM Scholarships
The GOEF scholarship program supports participation in life-changing STEM opportunities. Our program provides a diverse array of air, space, and cyber-focused opportunities for children and young adults: Space Camp, Aviation Challenge Camp, National Flight Academy Camps, U.S. Cyber Academy, discovery flights in real aircraft, and new, exciting opportunities added each year! To apply, click here: Spring 2025 Scholarship Application.
Future Eagles ROTC Scholarship Program
The AFROTC scholarship includes a cash prize as well as travel expenses to attend the annual GOE Week events at Maxwell AFB, AL.
The scholarship winners receive much more than just funding. Our program unites Airpower heroes, leaders, and innovators with the next generation of Airpower advocates by creating an environment to share personal experiences, successes and failures to make a significant impact in the military.
ROTC Southeast Region, in their Freshman through Junior years, in good standing (as defined by the educational institution) enrolled in AS 200, AS 250, AS 300, and AS 350, as well as any cadet in good standing enrolled in the Marion Military Institute, may apply for the GOE AFROTC Scholarship program.
On what basis are GOE Scholarship winners selected?
- Compelling, thoughtful, genuine and thorough essay question responses
- Educational ambitions
- Record of military service and/or community impact
- Record of personal achievement
- Demonstration of service to others in the community
- Desire to continue to serve others and make a positive impact on your community
- Leadership potential
Spring 2025 AFROTC Scholarship Application
Completed applications should be emailed to acscgoe@goefoundation.org
AFJROTC Scholarship Program
AFJROTC scholarships will be awarded to a graduating senior from a River Region high school. The spring scholarship application window is now open from JANUARY – MARCH! Applications submitted outside of this window will not be accepted. Scholarship winners are chosen in coordination with local Detachment faculty through an essay application process.
River Region AFJROTC graduating high school seniors accepted to a university with intent to attend in the fall. The applicant must possess a 3.5 GPA or above, be enrolled in the AFJROTC program, and preferably majoring in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math program in the fall.
On what basis are GOE Scholarship winners selected?
- Compelling, thoughtful, genuine and thorough essay question responses
- Educational ambitions
- Record of military service and/or community impact
- Record of personal achievement
- Demonstration of service to others in the community
- Desire to continue to serve others and make a positive impact on your community
- Leadership potential
Spring 2025 AFJROTC Scholarship Application
Completed applications should be emailed to acscgoe@goefoundation.org
GOEF is proud to partner with Montgomery Public School System, National Flight Academy, U.S. Space & Rocket Center and Red Tail Flight Academy Scholarship Foundation to provide these opportunities for local youth. These scholarships would not be possible without their support!