Program Purpose
To provide a waiver of nonresident tuition to the spouse and/or dependent children of non-Texas members of the U.S. Armed Forces and Commissioned Officers of the Public Health Service whose intent it is to make Texas his/her new home.
Eligibility Requirements
Individuals who are the spouse and dependent children of members of the U.S. Armed Forces or Commissioned Officers of the Public Health Service from states other than Texas who are stationed outside of Texas who file with the Texas institution of higher education at which they plan to attend a letter of intent to establish residence in Texas.
Eligible Institutions
Limited to Texas public colleges and universities.
Award Amount
This program permits nonresident students to pay tuition and fees at the resident rate.
Application Process
The Office of the Registrar at each college normally processes waivers. If they do not process waivers, they should be able to refer you to the proper office on campus.
Additional Information
Generally, student eligibility for a waiver must be established prior to or at the time of enrollment. Contact your college for additional information.
- To read more about this program check out:
Texas Education Code 54.241(g) and Coordinating Board Rule, Chapter 21, Subchapter B, Section 29(10)(C) (Pertaining to Exceptions)..
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