Intel-AFCEA Scholarships are merit-based scholarships of $5,000 and $10,000 to be awarded to full-time students that are a veteran, active duty service member, or a Gold Star Family Member, currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree (masters or PhD) at an accredited academic institution in the United States and living in the United States. Applicants must also be either a current member of the Armed Forces, have prior military experience, or be a Gold Star Family Member. Candidates must currently be enrolled in their second semester and at least two (2) semester-equivalent courses per semester at any accredited university in the United States at the time of application. A current overall GPA of 3.0 or higher is required at the time of application.

Distance-learning or online programs affiliated with a major U.S. institution are eligible.

AFCEA Educational Foundation scholarship funding is restricted to tuition and course-related expenses, such as fees, books, supplies and equipment that are required for the courses at the university. All award checks are written to the university to be deposited into student's account.