Overview
The John S. McCain International Scholarship for Military Families (Gilman-McCain Scholarship) is a U.S. government-funded scholarship opportunity designed to help eligible undergraduate students from U.S. military families participate in international education and internship experiences. The scholarship provides awards of up to $5,000 toward the costs associated with eligible credit-bearing stud
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The John S. McCain International Scholarship for Military Families (Gilman-McCain Scholarship) is a U.S. government-funded scholarship opportunity designed to help eligible undergraduate students from U.S. military families participate in international education and internship experiences. The scholarship provides awards of up to $5,000 toward the costs associated with eligible credit-bearing study abroad programs and international internships. […] The post Gilman-McCain Scholarship 2026: Apply for a $5,000 Study Abroad Scholarship for U.S. Military Family Dependents appeared first on Opportunities for Youth .
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