State Benefit·Massachusetts·🎓Education & Training

Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship

Full tuition scholarship at Massachusetts state institutions for dependents of KIA, MIA, POW, or service-connected death veterans.

Verified May 12, 2026againstmass.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Education & Training — Massachusetts
Who it's for: Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: Full tuition
Where it applies: Massachusetts
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship?

Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship is a Massachusetts education & training benefit for spouses, survivors, dependents. Full tuition scholarship at Massachusetts state institutions for dependents of KIA, MIA, POW, or service-connected death veterans. The listed value is Full tuition.

Who qualifies

SpousesSurvivorsDependents

Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
Massachusetts residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Massachusetts agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Children and spouses of service members who were killed in action (KIA), missing in action (MIA), prisoners of war (POW), or who died from a service-connected cause. Must attend a Massachusetts state institution.

What Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship covers

Covers

Undergraduate scholarship equal to full-time tuition at a state institution.

How to apply for Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship

How to apply

Contact the MA Department of Higher Education or the institution's financial aid office.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: mass.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.

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Frequently asked questions about Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship

Who qualifies for Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship?▾

Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship is for Spouses, Survivors, Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); massachusetts residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW Scholarship worth?▾

The listed value is Full tuition. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.

How do I apply for Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW 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 Children/Spouse of KIA/MIA/POW 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.

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