Texas Veterans Commission
Hazlewood Act (veterans)
Deadline
Varies by school
Award
Up to 150 hours of tuition exemption, including most fees
Set by each Texas public college.
Who it's for
Veterans who entered service from Texas, served 181+ days of active duty, were honorably discharged, and now live in Texas.
Things to double-check:
- Entered service from Texas, 181+ days active duty, honorable discharge
What you need to apply
- Hazlewood application
- DD214
- VA Certificate of Eligibility if applicable
Your next 3 steps
- Get accepted to a Texas public college.
- Register in the TVC Hazlewood database.
- Submit the packet to the college's veterans office.
The Hazlewood Act is a State of Texas benefit that provides qualified Veterans, spouses, and dependent children with an education benefit of up to 150 hours of tuition exemption, including most fee charges, at public institutions of higher education in Texas.
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