Oklahoma Heroes Promise Scholarship

Tuition at Oklahoma public colleges for children of Oklahoma service members killed in the line of duty after January 1, 2000.

State BenefitOklahomaEducation & Training

Verified September 30, 2026 against secure.okcollegestart.org

At a glance

Benefit type: Education & Training — Oklahoma
Who it's for: Survivors, Dependents
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: $20,000+ over life of benefit
Where it applies: Oklahoma
Last verified: September 30, 2026

What is Oklahoma Heroes Promise Scholarship?

Oklahoma Heroes Promise Scholarship is a Oklahoma education & training benefit for survivors, dependents. Tuition at Oklahoma public colleges for children of Oklahoma service members killed in the line of duty after January 1, 2000. The listed value is $20,000+ over life of benefit.

Who qualifies

Survivors
Dependents

Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
Oklahoma residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Oklahoma agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Child of a person killed in the line of duty in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces after January 1, 2000 (or who died after that date from a line-of-duty injury). The parent must have filed an Oklahoma income tax return for the tax year before the death, and the student must enroll before age 21.

What Oklahoma Heroes Promise Scholarship covers

Covers

Pays tuition at Oklahoma public colleges/universities. Also covers a portion of tuition at accredited Oklahoma private institutions or public technology centers. Usable for up to 5 years or completion of a bachelor's degree, whichever comes first.

Estimated value

Potentially $20,000+ over the life of the benefit.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: September 30, 2026
Official source: secure.okcollegestart.org
Apply at: okhighered.org

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 Oklahoma Heroes Promise Scholarship

Who qualifies for Oklahoma Heroes Promise Scholarship?

Oklahoma Heroes Promise Scholarship is for Survivors, Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); oklahoma residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is Oklahoma Heroes Promise Scholarship worth?

The listed value is $20,000+ over life of benefit. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.

How do I apply for Oklahoma Heroes Promise 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 Oklahoma Heroes Promise 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.