Kansas Hero's Scholarship
Tuition and fee waiver at Kansas public postsecondary institutions for dependents/spouses of fallen or disabled military and public safety personnel.
State BenefitKansasEducation & Training
Verified September 30, 2026 against kansasregents.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — Kansas
- Who it's for
- Spouses, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Full tuition + required fees
- Where it applies
- Kansas
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Kansas Hero's Scholarship?
Kansas Hero's Scholarship is a Kansas education & training benefit for spouses, dependents. Tuition and fee waiver at Kansas public postsecondary institutions for dependents/spouses of fallen or disabled military and public safety personnel. The listed value is Full tuition + required fees.
Who qualifies
- Spouses
- Dependents
- Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
- Kansas residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Dependents and spouses of: (a) military servicemembers killed in active service, (b) military servicemembers entitled to compensation for a service-connected disability of at least 80% or rendered incapable of continuing service by a service-connected injury or disability, (c) POWs, OR (d) public safety officers killed/disabled in line of duty. Verify the exact disability threshold and semester cap with the KBOR program guidelines.
What Kansas Hero's Scholarship covers
Covers
Waiver of tuition and required fees at any Kansas public postsecondary institution for undergraduate coursework. Awarded first-come, first-served; funding is limited.
How to apply for Kansas Hero's Scholarship
How to apply
Apply through the Kansas Board of Regents scholarship portal.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- kansasregents.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 Kansas Hero's Scholarship
Who qualifies for Kansas Hero's Scholarship?
Kansas Hero's Scholarship is for Spouses, Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); kansas residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Kansas Hero's Scholarship worth?
The listed value is Full tuition + required fees. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Kansas Hero's Scholarship?
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 Kansas Hero's Scholarship?
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 Kansas Education & Training
- Kansas Military Service ScholarshipFull tuition and fees for up to 8 semestersFull tuition and fees at Kansas public colleges for veterans who served on foreign soil post-9/11.
- In-State Tuition for Veterans and DependentsThousands in tuition savings per yearIn-state tuition rates at all Kansas public colleges for eligible veterans living in Kansas while attending, and for active-duty families.
- Kansas National Guard Educational AssistanceTuition assistance covering a percentage of tuition and fees at Kansas state institutions for active Guard members.