Americorps Education Award

Ask your program staff about your member assistance program for resources on financial planning, legal assistance, and career development support.

  • Using the Education Award
    The official AmeriCorps site provides information about the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award, including its eligibility criteria, benefits, and how it can be used to pay for educational expenses.  

  • Segal AmeriCorps Education Award FAQ's & Fact Sheet
    Comprehensive resource with information repay college loans, pay for current educational expenses, financial aid, as well as a robust FAQ about the Segal Education Award. With exception of a few California state specific details, the majitory of the facts shared in this document are relevant to all AmeriCorps programs.

  • Loan Forebearance & Interest Repayment
    Serve Minnesota's resource explains how individuals serving in AmeriCorps members serving across the nation can potentially defer their student loan payments and offers guidance on the process for postponement.

  • College Money Matters
    This non-profit provides comprehensive resources and advice for college students and their families to navigate financial matters, including scholarships, loans, budgeting, and financial aid applications.

  • Schools of National Service Search
    Many institutions offer education benefits to AmeriCorps alumni. These benefits could include application waivers, scholarships, or even matching your education award, and vary by institution. Use this tool to explore options for applying your education award funds.  

  • ACC: Education Award Use
    The website offers information about scholarships specifically tailored for Austin Community College students who have received the AmeriCorps Service Award, including eligibility criteria and application details.

  • NOLS: National Outdoor Leadership School
    The National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) offers wilderness education and leadership training programs to foster personal growth and environmental stewardship, for which the Segal Education Award may be applied.