SAN DIEGO, Sept. 12, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- For the eighth consecutive year, Ashford University is offering five Homefront Heroes scholarships to military spouses in San Diego County. Recipients can use the full-tuition scholarship for either an Associate's or Bachelor's degree at Ashford University.

"As Americans, we owe a debt of gratitude to our military community and we honor the sacrifices they have made to preserve our freedom," said Dr. Craig Swenson, president and CEO of Ashford University. "No military member stands alone of course.  The unwavering support of military spouses and families is critical.  The Homefront Heroes scholarship serves to recognize the incredible spouses of our service members for their own sacrifices by giving them an opportunity to pursue their college online degree."

Military spouses interested in applying for this scholarship should submit two short essays about their education and career goals. Essays will be accepted between September 11 and November 5, 2017.

For more information on the Homefront Heroes Scholarship, visit https://www.ashford.edu/homefrontheroes/.

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Where heritage meets innovation – that's Ashford University. At Ashford, students discover relevant degree programs, innovative technology, and cherished tradition. Ashford offers associates, bachelor's, and master's degree programs online, allowing students to balance life by providing the flexibility to do school work anywhere, anytime. For more information, please visit www.ashford.edu, www.facebook.com/ashforduniversity, www.twitter.com/AshfordU, or call Lauren Coartney, Media Relations Manager, at 858.513.9240 x11636, or email lauren.coartney@bpiedu.com.

SOURCE Ashford University