State Benefit·Oregon·🎓Education & Training

Veterans' Dependent Tuition Waiver

Full tuition waiver at Oregon public institutions for children and spouses of veterans who died on active duty or are 100% permanently disabled.

Verified May 12, 2026againstoregon.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Education & Training — Oregon
Who it's for: Spouses, Survivors, Dependents
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: $10,000-$15,000+/year
Where it applies: Oregon
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Veterans' Dependent Tuition Waiver?

Veterans' Dependent Tuition Waiver is a Oregon education & training benefit for spouses, survivors, dependents. Full tuition waiver at Oregon public institutions for children and spouses of veterans who died on active duty or are 100% permanently disabled. The listed value is $10,000-$15,000+/year.

Who qualifies

SpousesSurvivorsDependents

Through veteran sponsor (any rating)
Oregon residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Oregon agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Children (up to age 23 for bachelor's) and unremarried spouses of service members who: (a) died on active duty or as a result of active duty injury, OR (b) became 100% permanently disabled due to military service.

What Veterans' Dependent Tuition Waiver covers

Covers

Tuition (excluding fees) for associate, bachelor's, or master's degree at any Oregon public institution.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: oregon.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 Veterans' Dependent Tuition Waiver

Who qualifies for Veterans' Dependent Tuition Waiver?▾

Veterans' Dependent Tuition Waiver is for Spouses, Survivors, Dependents; Through veteran sponsor (any rating); oregon residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is Veterans' Dependent Tuition Waiver worth?▾

The listed value is $10,000-$15,000+/year. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.

How do I apply for Veterans' Dependent 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 Veterans' Dependent 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 Oregon Education & Training

Resident Tuition Rate for Veterans

In-state tuition rate at Oregon public universities and community colleges regardless of current state of residence.

$15,000-$25,000/year savings

Veterans Educational Bridge Grant

Up to $5,000 one-time grant for veterans enrolled in approved education or training programs during gap periods.

Up to $5,000

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