Overseas Combat Veteran Tuition Waiver
Free tuition for up to 8 semesters at UW or any Wyoming community college for overseas combat veterans.
State BenefitWyomingEducation & Training
Verified May 12, 2026 against communitycolleges.wy.edu
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Education & Training — Wyoming
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Survivors, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- $20,000-$43,000+ over 8 semesters
- Where it applies
- Wyoming
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is Overseas Combat Veteran Tuition Waiver?
Overseas Combat Veteran Tuition Waiver is a Wyoming education & training benefit for veterans, survivors, dependents. Free tuition for up to 8 semesters at UW or any Wyoming community college for overseas combat veterans. The listed value is $20,000-$43,000+ over 8 semesters.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Survivors
- Dependents
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- Combat veteran service required
- Wyoming residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Was a Wyoming resident for at least 1 year prior to entering active service. Honorably discharged. Awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal or other authorized service/campaign medal for service in a foreign armed conflict. Surviving spouses and dependents of combat veterans who died during active service also qualify (see W.S. 19-14-106 for dependent age limits).
What Overseas Combat Veteran Tuition Waiver covers
Covers
Tuition only (fees no longer covered for participants enrolled summer 2018 or later) for up to 8 semesters (full- or part-time) at the University of Wyoming or any Wyoming community college. Must use within an 8-year period of first receiving the benefit.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- communitycolleges.wy.edu
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 Overseas Combat Veteran Tuition Waiver
Who qualifies for Overseas Combat Veteran Tuition Waiver?
Overseas Combat Veteran Tuition Waiver is for Veterans, Survivors, Dependents; available to any veteran; wyoming residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Overseas Combat Veteran Tuition Waiver worth?
The listed value is $20,000-$43,000+ over 8 semesters. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Overseas Combat Veteran 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 Overseas Combat Veteran 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.