$325,000 in marksmanship scholarships available for high school seniors

The Civilian Marksmanship Program is proud to provide scholarships for deserving high school seniors who excel in marksmanship! The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) offers $1,000, $3,000 and $5,000 one-year scholarship assistance to qualified junior marksmen in order to encourage and reward their outstanding efforts. In 2025, over $325,000 will be awarded.

The scholarships are paid directly to the scholarship recipient. The check may then be used to pay other fees or expenses that are not covered by other awards or grants.

The CMP seeks applications from high school seniors who currently compete in marksmanship competitions. Based on merit, selected individuals are high school seniors who are currently enrolled in a team or club that is participating in marksmanship competitions.

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If you have any questions, please contact CMP at (419) 635-2141, ext. 701 or email shand@thecmp.org.

Who is eligible to apply for a scholarship? ;

To be eligible for CMP scholarships, junior shooters must:

• Be a U.S. Citizen.
• Be of good moral character.
• Be a graduating high school senior.
• Demonstrate acceptance to a university, college or trade school leading to a diploma or trade certification.
• Demonstrate marksmanship competition experience (this includes air gun, smallbore, pistol, rifle, shotgun, archery, etc.).

Information for the 2024-2025 CMP Scholarships

In addition to the completed application form, please include:

• A certified copy of the applicant’s high school transcript
• A letter from the applicant including the reasons for applying and how the scholarship will help in pursuit of the applicant’s goals
• Additional Documentation of proof of marksmanship activity

Your scholarship application must be completed by April 4, 2025.