Scholarships and Financial Resources

            MyCAA Program

            The Military Spouse Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship is a workforce development program that provides up to $4,000 of tuition assistance to eligible military spouses.

            • Who qualifies for this scholarship?

              Spouses of service members on active duty in pay grades E-1 to E-6, W-1 to W-2 and O-1 to O-3 who have successfully completed high school and have the ability to request tuition assistance while their military sponsor is on Title 10 military orders are eligible. Spouses married to members of the National Guard and reserves in these same pay grades are eligible.

            • What programs are covered by the MyCAA scholarship?

              The My Career Advancement Account Scholarship pays tuition costs for education and training courses and examinations leading to an associate degree (excluding associate degrees in general studies, liberal arts and interdisciplinary studies that do not have a concentration). The scholarship also covers the costs for obtaining a license, certificate or certification at an accredited college, university or technical school in the United States or approved testing organization that expands employment or portable career opportunities for military spouses.

            • How do I apply?

              Submit the initial form at https://mycaa.medcertify.com/mycaa-bing/?msclkid=46bb89f7b3241882f6f1ec39e81aea28 to check your elibibility.

            • What programs does Loyola ASPIRE offer through the MyCAA program?

              Our current eligible programs are:

              • - Certified Administrative Professional (Voucher Included)
              • - Certified Ethical Hacker (Voucher Included)
              • - Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) (Voucher Included)
              • - CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP) (Voucher Included)
              • - CompTIA Certification Training: A+, Network+, Security+ (Vouchers Included)
              • - CompTIA Security+ Certification Training
              • - Human Resources Professional
              • - Mastering Project Management with PMP Prep
              • - Senior Professional in Human Resources with Payroll Practice and Management

               

              To view our full list of approved courses and programs on the MyCAA site, please visit our MyCAA page and select Programs in the middle of the page.

            ASPIRE Scholarships

            All ASPIRE scholarships follow the same selection criteria, which can be viewed here.

            Certificate in Data Analytics Scholarship

            This training certificate in data analytics provides an overview of topics in statistics and their applications in a variety of fields. This certificate will present the basics of quantitative analysis and its increasing use in today's professional landscape. Learners are exposed to quantitative decision-making tools and techniques, which tie into real-world case studies. 

            Application Window: March 31, 2025 - April 28, 2025
            Selection Date: May 12, 2025
            Scholarship Value: $439.00
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            Certificate in Agile Project Management Scholarship

            Agile project management practices have become the standard for software development projects. More recently, Agile has grown beyond software projects as more and more companies adopt Agile concepts and methodologies. Individuals who have a solid understanding of Agile have a distinct advantage in today's changing project management atmosphere.

            Application Window: 11/14/24 to 12/9/24 - CLOSED
            Selection Date: 12/16/24
            Scholarship Value: $329.00

            ASPIRE's 2024 Certificate in Agile Project Management Scholarship Winner!

            Raven Pugh

            Raven Pugh


            Certificate in Nonprofit Management Scholarship

            This online certificate program introduces learners to key current management issues for nonprofit organizations. Fundraising, board and volunteer development, budgeting, reading financial statements, leadership, marketing, and setting strategic direction are all addressed, and video commentary on these crucial topics will give you insight into how nonprofit professionals apply key concepts in their own organizations.

            Application Window: CLOSED
            Selection Date: 8/26/2024
            Scholarship Value: $769.00
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            ASPIRE's 2024 Certificate in Nonprofit Management Scholarship Winner!

            Michelle Kedem Scholarship Winner

            Michelle Kedem


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            Certificate in Digital Marketing Scholarship

            The content in this training certificate aligns with the Online Marketing Certified Associate (OMCA) credential, which is offered by OMCP. Digital marketing helps organizations promote and sell products and services through online marketing methods such as social media messaging, website ads, Facebook marketing campaigns, Google Adwords, and more.

            Application Window: CLOSED
            Selection Date: 5/1/24
            Scholarship Value: $599.00

            ASPIRE's 2024 Certificate in Digital Marketing Scholarship Winner!

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            Erin Schmidt


            Scholarship Terms and Conditions:

            Scholarship is open to all participants 16 and over. Scholarship will be provided in the form of access to the applicable certificate course. scholarship Award is not transferable to any other programs, courses, or a cash value.   

            By submitting the application, you agree to completing the applicable program within 6 months of receipt of the award.

            By accepting the scholarship, you agree to providing Loyola ASPIRE feedback about the program/learning experience.

            Scholarship recipient will be notified by Email. Once notified, the recipient will have 3 days to accept the offer. 

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