Benefits for children of active military personnel?

Hey! My parent is active in the military and I'm trying to understand if there are benefits, financial aid or fee waivers available for college if you're in a military family? Anyone around here who can provide insights?

Absolutely, there are several benefits available to children of active military personnel. Here's a brief overview:

1. Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33): This can be transferred by the parent to their child. It covers tuition and fees, a monthly housing allowance, and a stipend for textbooks and supplies for up to 36 months.

2. Yellow Ribbon Program: If a school is participating in this program, they can agree to provide additional funds to a student if the cost of tuition exceeds the highest public in-state undergraduate tuition rate, with the VA matching the amount the school contributes.

3. Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC): It's a network of colleges offering flexible policies that allow military children and spouses to complete degrees rather quickly. These colleges also often offer reduced tuition rates.

4. Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (Chapter 35): Offers education and training opportunities to eligible dependents (child or spouse) of Veterans who have died or are totally and permanently disabled due to a service-related condition.

5. Military Scholarships: There are numerous scholarships specifically aimed at military dependents. Examples include the Military Commanders' Scholarship Fund and the Hero's Legacy Scholarships.

6. In-State Tuition Benefits: Many states offer in-state tuition benefits to military dependents, even if the family is not currently stationed in that state.

7. Fee Waivers: Many colleges and the College Board offer application fee waivers for students from military families.

Each of these benefits has its own eligibility rules and requirements, so you'll want to do a bit of research to see which ones apply to your specific situation. It's always good to start the financial aid process early, as some of these programs may require additional paperwork or have early deadlines. Happy searching!