Every Dollar Counts for College: Alliance Members Can Access Up to $5,000 in Scholarship Support

College planning has a way of turning “we’ll figure it out” into a full-on financial strategy.

Because the real cost of college isn’t just tuition. It’s application fees, deposits, books, a laptop that suddenly becomes mandatory, transportation, dorm essentials, and all the day-to-day expenses that don’t show up in the headline number. And when those costs hit all at once—often in the same few months—students and families need every savings opportunity they can get.

That’s exactly why Alliance offers education benefits to members enrolled in Alliance Health or Alliance Travel—so you can pair smart planning with real financial support. One of the biggest opportunities: the Alliance Member College Scholarship Program, which gives eligible applicants access to up to $5,000 in scholarships. 

The “hidden costs” students feel first

Even families who plan ahead are often surprised by how quickly college expenses stack up. Beyond tuition, common costs include:

• Enrollment and housing deposits
• Textbooks, access codes, and required lab materials
• Technology (laptop, software, calculators)
• Orientation fees, campus fees, and program-related costs
• Transportation, parking, commuting, and travel
• Everyday living expenses that increase fast once school starts

When you can bring in scholarship funding, you’re not just reducing a bill—you’re buying flexibility. You can make better decisions about where to enroll, how much to borrow, or how to cover essential expenses without scrambling.

The Alliance Scholarship benefit: what you should know

The Alliance Member College Scholarship Program is designed to support students at multiple stages—whether you’re finishing high school or already enrolled in college.

Here are the key details (and why they matter):

Who can apply

• The scholarship program is open to eligible Alliance Members and their legal dependents ages 16–28. 
• Both high school graduates and current college students may apply. 

How much it’s worth

• Alliance notes eligible applicants may be able to receive up to $5,000 in scholarship support. 
• For your messaging and positioning: applicants can receive $2,000 for the first year, with $1,000 renewal scholarships up to 3 consecutive years available for qualifying applicants—making this a benefit that can support students beyond freshman year. (This aligns with Alliance’s multi-year re-application structure.) 

Important deadline

• Deadline: Application and transcripts must be received by May 15.
  Alliance also notes to allow extra time for mail delivery so you’re not risking a last-minute miss. 

Multi-year opportunity

• Students who receive a scholarship and maintain a 3.5 GPA can be eligible to re-apply for up to 3 years, with renewal documentation also due by May 15. 

This is the core value proposition: it’s not just a one-time perk. It’s a benefit that can reward students who stay on track year after year.

Not every path is a 4-year campus—and Alliance supports that too

College savings aren’t only about universities. Many students are choosing trade or technical programs that lead directly to stable, high-demand careers. If that’s the path, Alliance offers another education benefit:

Career Education Grant Program (Trade/Technical School)

The Career Education Grant Program provides a one-time grant of up to $1,000 for eligible Alliance Members and legal dependents who attend an accredited 2-year trade or technical school program (expected completion within two years or less). 

Key points:

• Eligible applicants include Alliance members, spouse, and legal dependents ages 16–28. 
• Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis from the date of receipt, with May 15 as the annual application deadline. 
• Applicants can apply for either the scholarship or the career education grant—not both. 

Stack the savings with the Alliance College Guide

Scholarships are powerful—but they’re even more valuable when paired with better decisions.

That’s why Alliance also offers the Alliance College Guide, a resource hub that supports students through every phase of the journey: choosing schools, preparing, applying, and paying. 

The guide covers practical, stress-reducing topics like:

• What to look for on campus visits
• When to apply and how to strengthen your application
• Standardized test planning
• Student loan basics and college finance guidance
• How to find and win scholarships and grants 

If your blog’s message is “students need all the savings they can get,” this is the perfect pairing:

1. Apply for funding support (scholarship or career education grant)
2. Use the College Guide to avoid missed deadlines, unnecessary debt, and costly mistakes 

A simple 4-step plan to apply before May 15

1. Pick your path: scholarship (college/university) or career education grant (trade/technical). 
2. Start gathering documents early: transcripts are often the slowest part, and Alliance requires they be received by the deadline. 
3. Submit before the rush: don’t aim for May 15—aim for early May to allow delivery time. 
4. If you’re renewing, track the GPA requirement: recipients who maintain a 3.5 GPA can re-apply for additional years. 

Ready to turn membership into college savings?

If you’re enrolled in Alliance Health or Alliance Travel, you’re already connected to benefits designed to help families save—on health, travel, and education.

Now’s the moment to use the education benefits: due by May 15 and give your student one more way to reduce the cost of college.