Illinois Deceased, Disabled, and MIA/POW Veterans' Dependents Scholarship
Tuition and fees at Illinois public colleges for dependents of veterans who are POW, MIA, deceased, or 100% disabled.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Dependent (spouse, natural child, stepchild, adopted child, or minor under guardianship) of an Illinois veteran who is/was a POW, declared MIA, died while on active duty, died as a result of service-connected disability, or has a 100% service-connected disability. The veteran must have been an Illinois resident at the time of entry into service OR maintained 15+ consecutive years of Illinois residency thereafter.
Covers
Tuition and mandatory fees at Illinois public community colleges and universities. Up to 120 points (approximately 4 years full-time). Benefit expires 12 years from first enrollment.
How to apply
Apply through the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs.
Verified against official source
Last checked 2026-05-04 against veterans.illinois.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Illinois state agency before applying.
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