State Benefit·Colorado·🎓Education & Training

In-State Tuition for Veterans and Dependents

In-state tuition rates at Colorado public colleges and universities for veterans and military dependents regardless of residency.

Verified May 12, 2026againstfinancialaid.colostate.edu

Who qualifies

VeteransActive DutySpousesDependents
  • Available to any veteran
  • Colorado residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Colorado agency.

Open application

Details

Eligibility

Veterans, active-duty members stationed in Colorado, and their dependents, even without establishing Colorado residency (per federal Section 702 of the Veterans Access, Choice, and Accountability Act, adopted by Colorado).

Covers

In-state tuition rates at Colorado public colleges and universities.

How to apply

Through the institution's registrar/admissions office.

Always confirm current rates and rules with the Colorado state agency before applying.

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