Colleges That Offer In-State Tuition for Military Personnel?

Hey all, I'm currently serving in the military and thinking about higher education. I've heard some colleges offer in-state tuition for military personnel, regardless of their state of residence. Can anyone point me in the right direction?

Hi there! First of all, thank you for your service. There are indeed numerous colleges that offer in-state tuition to active-duty military personnel and their dependents, irrespective of their residency status.

Some state college systems have blanket policies regarding this. For instance, the entire University of Texas system offers in-state tuition for military members stationed in Texas, as well as their dependents. Similarly, the State University System of Florida has a similar policy for active duty military members stationed in Florida.

As part of the Choice Act, public colleges and universities are required to provide in-state tuition to veterans or else lose their eligibility for certain veterans' educational benefits. The legislation is applicable throughout the United States and has resulted in the expansion of in-state tuition benefits for military personnel. This further extends to the GI Bill which is worth looking into.

Also, the federal GI Bill covers the full amount of in-state tuition at public colleges and universities for up to 36 months, so this could be another option, depending on your eligibility.

Do note that policies may vary among schools and states, so it's always a good idea to directly contact the financial aid or admissions department of the institution you're interested in to understand their specific policies and procedures.

Good luck with your educational pursuits!