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Heroes Scholarship

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The University of South Alabama has announced a new scholarship available to active-duty members of the U.S. military and all public safety employees employed by city, county, state or federal agencies. The scholarship is for those seeking an undergraduate degree. 

Application Process and Details for Active-Duty Military

The Heroes Scholarship is designed to cover undergraduate tuition expenses not met by the federal government’s provision to active-duty personnel for tuition assistance. The program allows students to enroll in online or in-person courses, providing flexibility to accommodate their schedules. Applicants must be active members in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard and will be required to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form.

  • For admission students can apply using this link: SouthAlabama.edu/Apply 
  • They can use our free application code for active military, HEROES. 
  • Students should complete the FAFSA to be considered for the award (Use federal code, 001057). 
  • If admitted to South, students are directed to complete the Heroes scholarship application in JagSPOT. 
  • University makes the award after we see what the student is eligible for (after Tuition Assistance and potential Pell grant). 

JagSPOT Heroes Application

  1. Log into JagSPOT using JagNet credentials.
  2. Complete General Scholarship Application.
  3. Complete Heroes Scholarship Application.

Application Process and Details for Public Safety Employees

The Heroes Scholarship is designed to help cover tuition expenses not met by federal or other tuition assistance. The program will allow students to enroll in online or in-person courses, providing flexibility to accommodate their schedules. Applicants must be full time public safety employees in EMS, law enforcement, fire-rescue, and emergency management fields. Applicants will also be required to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. 

  • For admission students can apply using this link: SouthAlabama.edu/Apply 
  • Use our free application code: HEROES. 
  • Complete the FAFSA to be considered for the award (Use federal code, 001057). 
  • Once admitted to South, you will be directed to complete the Heroes scholarship application in JagSPOT, where you will supply proof of employment. 
  • South provides a scholarship of 37.5% of the remaining tuition balance after the award of all other applicable aid. 
  • Only new part-time students are eligible for this award and it does not stack on top of any other university funding. Currently enrolled students do not qualify. 
  • Some public safety agencies may offer additional aid.

JagSPOT Heroes Application

  1. Log into JagSPOT using JagNet credentials.
  2. Complete General Scholarship Application.
  3. Complete Heroes Scholarship Application.

Application Process and Details for Mobile County Deputy Sheriff & Correctional Officer Foundation Members

We work with the Mobile County Deputy Sheriff & Correctional Officer Foundation to provide an undergraduate education to a new group of heroes.

  • For admission students can apply using this link: SouthAlabama.edu/Apply  
  • Use our free application code: HEROES. 
  • Complete the FAFSA to be considered for the award (Use federal code, 001057). 
    Once admitted to South, you will be directed to complete the Heroes scholarship application in JagSPOT, where you will supply proof of employment. 
  • University makes the award after we see what the student is eligible for (after Foundation and potential Pell grant).
  • The Foundation pays 50% the remaining balance and South pays 75% of the remaining tuition balance.
  • Only students pursuing a criminal justice degree are eligible for participation. 

JagSPOT Heroes Application

  1. Log into JagSPOT using JagNet credentials.
  2. Complete General Scholarship Application.
  3. Complete Heroes Scholarship Application.

Why Choose South? 

  • South has nearly 14,000 students, a vast alumni network, and a growing healthcare system along the upper Gulf Coast. 
  • South has the resources of a large university with the personal attention of a smaller university. 
  • The University offers free counseling, free tutoring and excellent advising services, including through our Office of Adult Learner Services. 
  • Flexible online options and many course offerings. 
  • Free admittance to South’s Division I (home) athletic events with student ID.