Kentucky Tuition Waiver Program (Dependents/Spouses)
Tuition waiver at Kentucky state schools for children, spouses, and surviving spouses of 100% disabled or deceased veterans.
Who qualifies
- Veteran sponsor needs 100%+ VA rating
- Kentucky residency
How to apply
Up to $45,000+ in tuition waiver
Apply through the official Kentucky agency.
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Eligibility
Children (under age 26), stepchildren, adopted children, spouses, and unremarried widow(er)s of Kentucky veterans who: died on active duty, OR died as a direct result of a service-connected disability, OR are 100% service-connected disabled, OR are totally disabled (non-service-connected) with wartime service. The veteran must be (or have been) a Kentucky resident. No age limit for spouses/widow(er)s. Children with certain birth defects linked to military service (such as spina bifida) may also qualify.
Covers
Waiver of tuition only (not room, board, books, or fees) for up to 45 months at two-year, four-year, or vocational-technical Kentucky public institutions. In-state tuition at University of Kentucky is roughly $6,500/semester.
How to apply
Contact the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs (KDVA.TuitionWaiver@ky.gov or 502-503-7911).
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Kentucky state agency before applying.
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