College Tuition Waiver for Military Dependents?

Hi folks, anyone know of any colleges that waive out-of-state tuition for military dependents? My parent's service has us moving around quite a bit, and I'd love to expand my college options without overstretching our finances. Thoughts?

Sure, expanding your college options can definitely be valuable, and it's great that you're looking for financially feasible ways to do so as a military dependent. Many public schools offer in-state tuition rates for military dependents, which can be a significant cost-saving opportunity.

One example is the University of California system, which provides in-state tuition for dependents of active-duty military members stationed in California. This can be a substantial saving given that out-of-state tuition is significantly higher.

Additionally, the University of Texas system grants in-state tuition to military dependents both while their parent is stationed in Texas and if the parent claims Texas as their home of record. This really helps to expand your college options across the state.

Also, keep in mind the Yellow Ribbon Program as part of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. This program allows private schools and out-of-state public schools to enter into an agreement with the Veterans Affairs to fund tuition and fee expenses that exceed the tuition and fees at the in-state public institution rate.

Overall, I'd recommend reaching out directly to the schools you're interested in to inquire about their policies. Schools can have nuanced policies that aren't always well advertised on their website, so it's a good idea to get the information directly from a representative from the school. Good luck with your college search!