Scholarships

Honorable Robert Hale Endowed CDFM Scholarship

The Honorable Robert Hale Endowed CDFM Scholarship is an annual program established to recognize one individual who demonstrates exceptional dedication to professional development and a clear commitment to public service, and to support that individual in pursuing the Certified Defense Financial Manager (CDFM) certification.

The scholarship recipient will receive up to $2,500 to cover expenses related to pursuing the CDFM certification including, application and exam fees for modules 1-3, and exam preparatory courses/materials.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criterial at the time of submission and selection:

Be a current professional working in, or transitioning into, the defense financial management field (Open to any defense financial management professional).
Hold an associate degree or higher, plus 2 years of defense-related financial management experience OR a high school diploma or equivalent, plus 4 years of defense-related financial management experience.
Individual does not currently hold an active CDFM certification.
Submit a complete application package, including a nomination essay addressing both why public service in defense financial management and why professional development and the pursuit of the CDFM certification are important to you.
Receive a letter of recommendation from your supervisor or a professional reference.