Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans
Up to 100% tuition exemption at Indiana public colleges for children of veterans with service-connected disability.
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Verified May 12, 2026 against in.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — Indiana
- Who it's for
- Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Up to $40,000+
- Where it applies
- Indiana
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans?
Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans is a Indiana education & training benefit for dependents. Up to 100% tuition exemption at Indiana public colleges for children of veterans with service-connected disability. The listed value is Up to $40,000+.
Who qualifies
- Dependents
- Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
- Indiana residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Child of a veteran with a service-connected disability (or who died of service-connected causes). For veterans who enlisted before July 1, 2011: child receives 100% tuition exemption. For veterans who enlisted on or after July 1, 2011: if the parent has an 80% or higher VA disability rating the child receives 100% exemption; otherwise the exemption equals 20% plus the veteran's VA disability percentage (e.g., 50% rating = 70% exemption). Child must be an Indiana resident, complete FAFSA, and enroll at an Indiana public college/university (or up to $5,000/year at a private nonprofit Indiana institution for HS class 2023+). Veteran parent must have received any discharge other than dishonorable.
What Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans covers
Covers
Up to 100% of tuition and regularly assessed fees at the undergraduate resident rate for up to 124 credit hours over 8 academic years.
How to apply for Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans
How to apply
Apply via ScholarTrack.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- in.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans
Who qualifies for Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans?
Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans is for Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); indiana residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans worth?
The listed value is Up to $40,000+. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans?
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 Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans?
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.