State Veterans Benefits (State-Specific Example: California CalVet Fee Waiver)

State Government (e.g., California Department of Veterans Affairs)

Amount: $Varies (tuition waiver)
Deadline: Annually (check county VA office)
Level: undergraduate, graduate
Renewable: Yes

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About

The CalVet College Fee Waiver Program waives tuition and fees at any State of California Community College, California State University, or University of California campus for eligible dependents of veterans.

Eligibility

  • Citizenship: US
  • GPA: 2.0+
  • Demographic: veteran, military-child, military-spouse
  • California resident, eligible dependent child or spouse of a service-connected disabled veteran, or POW/MIA veteran
  • Must be attending a California Community College, CSU, or UC campus

Required Materials

  • Application form
  • Veteran's DD-214
  • Proof of relationship
  • Proof of California residency
  • VA service-connected disability letter

Timeline

Apply through your local County Veterans Service Office (CVSO). Annual renewal required.

Tips

Contact your local County Veterans Service Office (CVSO) for assistance with the application. Ensure all veteran documentation (especially disability ratings) is current and accurate.