Armed Forces and Public Safety Officer Dependent Scholarship
Full tuition, fees, books ($750/semester), and housing for dependents of veterans killed in action, 100% disabled, or MIA/POW.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Idaho resident who graduated from an Idaho high school or equivalent. Must be child or spouse of a military member who was killed in action, died of injuries from active duty, has been determined 100% disabled (IU by VA or total/permanent disability by SSA), or is MIA/POW. Death/disability must have occurred on or after January 1, 1975.
Covers
Full waiver of tuition and fees for up to 36 months total; up to $750/semester for books; on-campus housing and subsistence. Available at University of Idaho, Boise State, Idaho State University, Lewis-Clark State, and Idaho community colleges.
Duration
Benefits extend for 10 years after high school graduation OR 10 years after the qualifying event, whichever is longer.
How to apply
Through Idaho State Board of Education at scholarships.idaho.gov.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-06 against nextsteps.idaho.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Idaho state agency before applying.
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Up to $8,000/year
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