Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver
Full waiver of tuition and mandatory fees at all WV state-supported institutions for Medal of Honor and qualifying Purple Heart recipients.
State BenefitWest VirginiaEducation & Training
Verified May 12, 2026 against code.wvlegislature.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — West Virginia
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Active Duty
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Up to ~$40,000 (8 semesters)
- Where it applies
- West Virginia
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver?
Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver is a West Virginia education & training benefit for veterans, active duty. Full waiver of tuition and mandatory fees at all WV state-supported institutions for Medal of Honor and qualifying Purple Heart recipients. The listed value is Up to ~$40,000 (8 semesters).
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Active Duty
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- West Virginia residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
WV resident. Honorably discharged. Awarded the Medal of Honor OR Purple Heart. The combat wound/permanent-disability/limb-loss requirement applies to a SECOND, broader waiver tier (covering charges exceeding only tuition+fee benefits) per WV Code 18B-10-10. Standard MOH/PH waiver covers tuition and fees exceeding state/federal education benefits. Up to 8 semesters total.
What Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver covers
Covers
Full waiver of tuition and mandatory fees at all WV state-supported institutions of higher education.
Estimated value
At WVU Morgantown, 2025-26 resident undergraduate tuition and university fees are about $10,100/year, so this benefit could be worth up to ~$40,000 over 8 semesters.
How to apply for Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver
How to apply
Contact the institution's veterans affairs office or financial aid office with DD-214 and award documentation.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- code.wvlegislature.gov
- Apply at
- veterans.wv.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 Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver
Who qualifies for Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver?
Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver is for Veterans, Active Duty; available to any veteran; west virginia residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Medal of Honor / Purple Heart Tuition Waiver worth?
The listed value is Up to ~$40,000 (8 semesters). Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Medal of Honor / Purple Heart 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 Medal of Honor / Purple Heart 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 West Virginia Education & Training
- Veterans Re-education Assistance ProgramUp to $500/semesterUp to $500 per semester stipend for tuition, certifications, and training materials at WV institutions.
- In-State Tuition for Non-Resident GI Bill Recipients~$15,000/yr in tuition savingsNon-resident veterans using GI Bill benefits who enroll within three years of discharge pay in-state tuition rates.