About Hazelwood Act (Free College for Veterans)
Texas veterans get up to 150 credit hours of FREE tuition and fees at any Texas public college or university. One of the most generous veteran education benefits in the nation. Unused hours can be transferred to eligible children (Hazelwood Legacy Act).
How to Apply in Texas
- Apply through your Texas public college's Veterans Affairs office
- Must have been a Texas resident when entering military service
- Or have been a Texas resident for at least 12 months
- Provides up to 150 free credit hours
- Unused hours can transfer to children via Hazelwood Legacy Act
Documents You May Need
- DD-214
- Proof of Texas residency
- College admission documents
- VA education benefit documentation
Contact & Official Links
Phone: 1-877-898-3833
Official website: tvc.texas.gov/education/hazlewood
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How much is Hazelwood Act (Free College for Veterans) worth?
Hazelwood Act (Free College for Veterans): Worth ~$500/month (free tuition). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$500 per month.
Hazelwood Act (Free College for Veterans): Worth ~$500/month (free tuition). Eligible households may receive a benefit worth up to ~$500 per month.
How do I apply for Hazelwood Act (Free College for Veterans) in Texas?
To apply: Apply through your Texas public college's Veterans Affairs office. Must have been a Texas resident when entering military service. Or have been a Texas resident for at least 12 months. You can also call 1-877-898-3833. Official website: https://tvc.texas.gov/education/hazlewood/
To apply: Apply through your Texas public college's Veterans Affairs office. Must have been a Texas resident when entering military service. Or have been a Texas resident for at least 12 months. You can also call 1-877-898-3833. Official website: https://tvc.texas.gov/education/hazlewood/
Who qualifies for Hazelwood Act (Free College for Veterans)?
Texas veterans get up to 150 credit hours of FREE tuition and fees at any Texas public college or university. One of the most generous veteran education benefits in the nation. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.
Texas veterans get up to 150 credit hours of FREE tuition and fees at any Texas public college or university. One of the most generous veteran education benefits in the nation. Final eligibility is determined by the program when you apply. Beneify's free screener can estimate your eligibility in about 3 minutes.