Purple Heart Tuition Waiver
Tuition waiver at all Utah public institutions of higher learning, usable toward a degree up to and including a Master's degree.
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — Utah
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- $36,000-$50,000+ over full degree
- Where it applies
- Utah
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Purple Heart Tuition Waiver?
Purple Heart Tuition Waiver is a Utah education & training benefit for veterans. Tuition waiver at all Utah public institutions of higher learning, usable toward a degree up to and including a Master's degree. The listed value is $36,000-$50,000+ over full degree.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Purple Heart recipient
- Utah residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Purple Heart recipients attending a Utah public institution of higher education. No disability rating required.
What Purple Heart Tuition Waiver covers
Covers
Tuition at all public institutions of higher learning in Utah. Benefit can be used toward a degree up to and including a Master's degree (see Utah Code 53B-8e-103 for statutory limits).
Verified information & sources
Last verified: May 12, 2026
Official source: veterans.utah.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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