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Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver

Tuition waiver at all Nevada System of Higher Education institutions for Purple Heart recipients who have exhausted other education benefits.

Verified May 12, 2026againstveterans.nv.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Education & Training — Nevada
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Estimated value
$8,000-$25,000+/year
Where it applies
Nevada
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver?

Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver is a Nevada education & training benefit for veterans. Tuition waiver at all Nevada System of Higher Education institutions for Purple Heart recipients who have exhausted other education benefits. The listed value is $8,000-$25,000+/year.

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Available to any veteran
  • Purple Heart recipient
  • Nevada residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Nevada agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Veteran who has received the Purple Heart and has exhausted all other education benefits (e.g., Post-9/11 GI Bill).

What Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver covers

Covers

Tuition waiver at any NSHE institution -- all state universities and community colleges. Also confers bona fide Nevada residency for tuition purposes.

How to apply for Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver

How to apply

Complete and submit the NSHE Purple Heart Fee Waiver form to the campus veterans office.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: veterans.nv.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 Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver

Who qualifies for Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver?▾
Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver is for Veterans; available to any veteran; nevada residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Purple Heart Recipient Tuition Waiver worth?▾
The listed value is $8,000-$25,000+/year. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Purple Heart Recipient 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 Purple Heart Recipient 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.

Other Nevada Education & Training

Nevada National Guard Tuition Waiver

Waiver of tuition and laboratory fees at NSHE public institutions for active Nevada National Guard members.

Varies by institution; potentially thousands per year

Tuition Waiver for Dependents of Fallen or MIA Service Members

Registration and lab fee waiver at NSHE institutions for dependents of killed or MIA service members.

Full in-state tuition and lab fees

Veteran In-State Tuition Residency

In-state tuition rates at all NSHE institutions for honorably discharged veterans stationed in or recently discharged in Nevada.

$10,000-$15,000/year savings vs. out-of-state tuition

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