State Benefit·New Jersey·🎓Education & Training

NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition

Free undergraduate tuition at New Jersey public OR private institutions for children of POWs or MIAs (post-1/1/1960).

Verified May 12, 2026againstnj.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Education & Training — New Jersey
Who it's for: Dependents
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Where it applies: New Jersey
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition?

NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition is a New Jersey education & training benefit for dependents. Free undergraduate tuition at New Jersey public OR private institutions for children of POWs or MIAs (post-1/1/1960).

Who qualifies

Dependents

Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
New Jersey residency

How to apply

Apply through the official New Jersey agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Child born or adopted before or during the period when their parent was officially declared a Prisoner of War (POW) or Missing in Action (MIA) after January 1, 1960. Parent (POW/MIA) must have been a NJ resident at time of entry into service or whose official residence is in NJ.

What NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition covers

Covers

Free undergraduate tuition at NJ public OR private institutions of higher education. A DD 1300 form must accompany the application. Does NOT typically cover room, board, fees, books, or other expenses.

How to apply for NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition

How to apply

Contact the NJ Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA, formerly DMAVA) Veterans Benefits Bureau at 609-530-6949 or vbb@dva.nj.gov for certification of eligibility. Then present the certification letter to the financial aid office.

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Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: nj.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.

Frequently asked questions about NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition

Who qualifies for NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition?▾

NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition is for Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); new jersey residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition?▾

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 NJ POW/MIA Dependent Tuition?▾

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 New Jersey Education & Training

NJ Veterans Tuition Credit

Tuition credit up to $400/year (full-time) or $200/year (part-time) for Vietnam-era veterans at New Jersey public colleges.

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