War Orphan Tuition Waiver

Tuition waiver at Montana University System campuses for children of service members killed in action.

State BenefitMontanaEducation & Training

Verified September 30, 2026 against mus.edu

At a glance

Benefit type: Education & Training — Montana
Who it's for: Survivors, Dependents
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: Full tuition to bachelor's degree
Where it applies: Montana
Last verified: September 30, 2026

What is War Orphan Tuition Waiver?

War Orphan Tuition Waiver is a Montana education & training benefit for survivors, dependents. Tuition waiver at Montana University System campuses for children of service members killed in action. The listed value is Full tuition to bachelor's degree.

Who qualifies

Survivors
Dependents

Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
Montana residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Montana agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Child age 25 or younger of a service member killed in action or who died from combat-related injury, disease, or disability. Service member must have been a Montana resident at time of entry into service. Service during WWII, Korea, Vietnam, Iraq, or Afghanistan. Child must be a Montana resident.

Covers undergraduate tuition only. Does not cover fees. Cannot be combined with other tuition waivers.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: September 30, 2026
Official source: mus.edu

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 War Orphan Tuition Waiver

Who qualifies for War Orphan Tuition Waiver?

War Orphan Tuition Waiver is for Survivors, Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); montana residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is War Orphan Tuition Waiver worth?

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

How do I apply for War Orphan Tuition Waiver?

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 War Orphan Tuition Waiver?

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.