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.
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 ~$38,000 (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 ~$38,000 (8 semesters).
Who qualifies
- 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, in-state tuition is approximately $9,500/year, so this benefit could be worth up to ~$38,000 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
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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