Tuition Assistance is available to qualified members of the armed forces. Each branch of the military administers its own Tuition Assistance program, managed independently through branch‑specific online portals and military education centers
- The Army uses ArmyIgnited for Active Duty and Reserve soldiers.
- The Air Force uses the Virtual Education Center. As a reminder, if you are active duty or on orders please visit your Education Center to see a counselor.
- The Navy uses the Navy College Program, which also supports the U.S. Marine Corps and Coast Guard.
- Kansas Army and Air National Guard are also eligible for State Tuition Assistance through the Kansas Adjutant General's Office.
- Additional resources for military and veterans are available through the Kansas Board of Regents.
In addition to VA educational benefits, there are also Military Service scholarships, as well as Federal and State Tuition Assistance programs available. More information on these other opportunities can be found at the bottom of this page.
Kansas Board of Regents Military Service Scholarship
The Kansas Military Service Scholarship is available for the payment of tuition and fees at a public Kansas institution for students who are a resident of Kansas and has either (a) served in military service in international waters or on foreign soil in support of military operations at least 90 days after September 11, 2001, or served less than such 90 days because of injuries during such military service; (b) has received an honorable discharge or under honorable conditions (general) discharge from military service or is still in military service; and (c) has provided copies of military discharge papers (DD-214 form) or active duty orders whichever such paper or order indicate the location of such person’s deployment and indicate the person has served after September 11, 2001, in any military operation for which the person received hostile fire pay. Because financial need is a priority in awarding this scholarship, students will need to file a FAFSA form. Once your school considers you as a graduate status student, you are not eligible for this scholarship.
More information about and the application for the Kansas Military Service Scholarship
Federal Military Tuition Assistance
The Armed Forces offers soldiers, sailors, marines, guardsman, and airmen several programs to support their education goals including up to 100% Tuition Assistance for college courses taken during off-duty hours.
More information on each military branch's tuition assistance program and application process
Kansas Board of Regents National Guard Educational Assistance
The Kansas National Guard Educational Assistance provides up to 100% of tuition and fees that leads to the award of a certificate, diploma or degree upon satisfactory completion of course work requirements for enlisted members of a Kansas Air/Army National Guard unit. Full-time enrollment not required. Student must have a GED or high school diploma to qualify for this assistance. The member must have less than 20 years of service with the National Guard and not already have obtained a bachelor’s degree.