Tuition and Fee Exemption
About This Benefit
Indiana’s Tuition and Fee Exemption program covers up to 100% of tuition and regularly assessed fees at state-supported colleges for children of disabled veterans, Purple Heart recipients and certain veterans of the Morton Memorial High School. The program has credit-hour limits and residency requirements:contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}.
Tuition and Fee Exemption is a state benefit administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for eligible veterans in Indiana.
To qualify, veterans must meet the following requirements: must be a resident of indiana; requires 100% va disability rating; must be a purple heart recipient.
Why This Benefit Matters
Career advancement. Education benefits can cover tuition, fees, and living expenses — worth tens of thousands of dollars. These programs help veterans transition to civilian careers or advance in their current field.
Who Qualifies
- Must be a resident of Indiana
- Requires 100% VA disability rating
- Must be a Purple Heart recipient
Available in: IN
Last Verified
February 5, 2026
Likely CurrentNext Steps
Gather your documents
Most applications require your DD-214, VA disability rating letter, and state ID. Some benefits may require additional documentation.
Contact the administering office
Visit the official source above for application instructions, or contact your state veterans affairs office for assistance.
Consider working with a VSO
A Veterans Service Organization (VSO) can help you navigate the application process at no cost. They're trained to maximize your benefits.
This information is for general reference only and is not a legal eligibility determination. Always verify with a VA-accredited representative.