Dolphin Scholarship Foundation grants are available, on a competitive basis, to high school or college children/stepchildren and spouses of members or former members of the submarine force or those who have served in submarine support activities (see the Dolphin Scholarship Foundation website for the specific eligibility requirements and application process per scholarship). Currently, Dolphin Scholarship Foundation sponsors 112 ongoing DOLPHIN SCHOLARSHIPS with an annual grant of $2,000 or $3,400 per student for two to four years of full-time undergraduate studies as well as students pursuing trade/vocational certification. Approximately 25-30 new scholarships are awarded each year. All scholars are selected on the basis of academic proficiency as well as commitment and excellence in school and community activities. Although not a part of the actual selection process, financial need is considered once all financial aid assistance for an applicant has been determined. Since our founding 60 years ago, Dolphin Scholarship Foundation has granted over $13,000,000 to more than 1,375 outstanding students attending universities and colleges throughout the U.S.