Veterans Tuition Gap Program
Supplemental state grant covering tuition, fees, and books for veterans whose federal VA education benefits have been exhausted or are unavailable.
State BenefitUtahEducation & Training
Verified May 12, 2026 against veterans.utah.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — Utah
- Who it's for
- Veterans
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- $9,000-$10,000
- Where it applies
- Utah
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Veterans Tuition Gap Program?
Veterans Tuition Gap Program is a Utah education & training benefit for veterans. Supplemental state grant covering tuition, fees, and books for veterans whose federal VA education benefits have been exhausted or are unavailable. The listed value is $9,000-$10,000.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Available to any veteran
- Utah residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Utah resident veteran whose federal VA education benefits (e.g., Post-9/11 GI Bill) have been exhausted or are not available, working toward their first bachelor's degree at a Utah public institution (the grant targets the last year of that program).
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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Veterans Tuition Gap Program
Who qualifies for Veterans Tuition Gap Program?
Veterans Tuition Gap Program is for Veterans; available to any veteran; utah residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Veterans Tuition Gap Program worth?
The listed value is $9,000-$10,000. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Veterans Tuition Gap Program?
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 Tuition Gap Program?
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 Utah Education & Training
- Purple Heart Tuition Waiver$36,000-$50,000+ over full degreeTuition waiver at all Utah public institutions of higher learning, usable toward a degree up to and including a Master's degree.
- Scott B. Lundell Military Survivors Tuition WaiverTuition waiver at Utah state schools for surviving dependents of Utah-resident service members killed, or who died of wounds or injuries, while on state or federal active duty.
- Utah National Guard State Tuition AssistanceUp to $7,000Up to $7,000 in state tuition assistance for accredited post-secondary schools and some certificate programs for active UT National Guard members.