Post-Secondary Education Resources for Military-Connected Individuals
While the Texas Education Agency (TEA) does not oversee post-secondary education, there are numerous programs and benefits available to support military-connected students, service members, and their families in pursuing higher education. The resources below are organized by audience to help you quickly find the information and support you need.
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🎓 Students
- Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation | Scholarships and educational counseling for children who have lost a parent in the line of duty.
- Education Benefits for Survivors and Dependents | Veterans Affairs | VA education benefits for eligible dependents of veterans.
- Folds of Honor Foundation | Scholarships for spouses and children of fallen or disabled service members.
- Hazlewood Act (Legacy) | Texas Veterans Commission | Tuition exemption for eligible dependent children of Texas veterans.
- Taps for Tuition | Texas Veterans Commission | Tuition assistance for surviving dependents of Texas service members.
- Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) | Support and educational resources for families of fallen military members.
- Transfer Your Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits | Veterans Affairs | Information on transferring GI Bill benefits to dependents.
🪖 Service Members
- Education Resources | Texas Veterans Commission | Overview of education benefits and services for Texas veterans.
- Hazlewood Act (Veterans) | Texas Veterans Commission | Tuition exemption for eligible Texas veterans.
- Military Education Benefits User's Guide | Military.com | Comprehensive guide to military education benefits.
- Military Education & Employment Benefits | Military OneSource | Resources for continuing education and career advancement.
- Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty | Education benefits for active-duty service members.
- Montgomery GI Bill Select Reserve | Benefits for members of the Reserve and National Guard.
- On-the-Job Training (OJT) | Texas Veterans Commission | Earn while you learn through approved OJT programs.
- Post-9/11 GI Bill | Veterans Affairs | Education benefits for veterans who served after September 10, 2001.
- Texas Teacher Certification Fee Waivers | Waivers for eligible veterans pursuing teacher certification in Texas.
💼 Spouses
- Education and Career Guidance for Military Spouses | Military OneSource | Personalized support for education and career planning.
- Hazlewood Act (Spouse/Dependent) | Texas Veterans Commission | Tuition exemption for eligible spouses and dependents.
- MyCAA Scholarship | Financial assistance for spouses pursuing licenses, certifications, or associate degrees.
- National Military Family Association Scholarships | Scholarships for military spouses to advance their education.
- Texas Teacher Certification Fee Waivers | Fee waivers for spouses seeking teacher certification in Texas.