State Benefit·Alaska·🎓Education & Training

Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver

Waiver of undergraduate tuition at University of Alaska system schools for spouses/dependents of service members killed in line of duty or POW/MIA.

Verified May 12, 2026againstveterans.alaska.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Education & Training — Alaska
Who it's for: Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: Full undergraduate tuition
Where it applies: Alaska
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver?

Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver is a Alaska education & training benefit for spouses, survivors, dependents. Waiver of undergraduate tuition at University of Alaska system schools for spouses/dependents of service members killed in line of duty or POW/MIA. The listed value is Full undergraduate tuition.

Who qualifies

SpousesSurvivorsDependents

Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
Alaska residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Alaska agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Spouse or dependent child of a bona fide Alaska resident who was a member of the armed services and died in the line of duty, or listed by DOD as POW or MIA. Must be enrolled as a student in good standing at a state-supported institution.

What Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver covers

Covers

Waiver of undergraduate tuition at University of Alaska system schools.

Estimated value

Potentially $40,000-$80,000+ for a full undergraduate education.

How to apply for Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver

How to apply

Contact Student Accounts at the specific University of Alaska campus.

Open application Verify at official source

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: veterans.alaska.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

Frequently asked questions about Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver

Who qualifies for Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver?▾

Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver is for Spouses, Survivors, Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); alaska residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver worth?▾

The listed value is Full undergraduate tuition. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.

How do I apply for Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver?▾

Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

Where can I verify Surviving Spouse/Dependent Tuition Waiver?▾

Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

Other Alaska Education & Training

University of Alaska In-State Tuition for Veterans

In-state tuition rates at any University of Alaska campus regardless of actual state of residence.

In-state tuition rates

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