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VFW Patriot's Pen Essay Contest
Veterans of Foreign Wars
- Award
- $5,000
- Deadline
- Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Study in
- the United States
Before you apply
- Check the current application cycle and whether you need a separate application or nomination.
- Make a list of the documents and recommendations the provider requests.
- Write down the exact prompt and deadline. Verify your final work before submitting.
How sources and corrections work
These are preparation suggestions. The provider’s current instructions take priority.About this scholarship
Open to: First-year students students.
Citizenship requirement: US
Categories: essay-contest · patriotism · middle-school
Last catalog check: September 2026. Confirm current details on the official site.
Requirements
- essay
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