Military and Veterans Resources

Out of State Tuition and Fee Waiver

In accordance with Florida Statute 1009.26(13) and (14), Out-of-State( OOS) tuition and fees shall be waived for  (a)  an honorably discharged veteran of the United Stated Armed Forces, Reserves Forces, and National Guard,  (b)  entitled and uses VA education benefits  (c)  active-duty member of the Armed Forces of the United States residing or stationed outside of this state.

Members stationed in or living in Florida may established residency under the  Registrar office (Reclassification for Tuition Purpose) .

Forms

The Military and Veteran Student Success Center provides two waiver form for tuition and fees. Students will complete and submit the appropriate respective to their settings.

Out-of-State Tuition and Fee Waiver Request Form

Complete and submit this form is you are utilizing VA education benefit during the semester and/or are active-duty while enrolled.
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Veteran Non-Resident Tuition Waiver Request Form

Complete and submit this form if you are an honorably discharged veteran who is living in this state and is NOT receiving educational assistance from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
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MVSSC Forms & Resources

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FAU’s Summer 2026 - VA Enrollment Certification Request Form

To request an Enrollment Certification (VA-Form 22-1999) is submitted to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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FAU's Out of State Tuition and Fee Waiver Request Form

Applicable to non-FL resident students who are on active duty and/or utilizing VA education benefits.
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FAU's Veteran Non-Resident Tuition Waiver Request Form

Applicable to non-FL resident students who are “honorably” discharge and wishing to have the Out-of- State portion of their Tuition waive while living in Florida. These students are NOT utilizing any VA education benefits.
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MVSSC Parent Letter

Applicable to FAU students who are approved to take classes at a secondary school and who wishes to have their enrollment certified at the guest school.
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FAU MVSCC Scholarship

This scholarship is provided to students who express educational hardship during their enrollment at FAU, only offered upon funding availability. Currently Unavailable
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MVSSC Programs

Side-by-Side: Career Readiness Program

In collaboration with FAU’s Career Center, the Side-by-Side program works to prepare veterans for professional careers in civilian life.
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Veteran Owls

The mission and purpose of the Veterans Owls at Florida Atlantic University is to provide support and assistance to veteran students who are making a transition into the academic community.
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Resources

Scholarship Opportunity List

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Rate of Pursuit Information

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Work Study Allowance Program

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FAU VA Work Study Job Description

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Assessment of Late Fees

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Quick Links & Resources

  1. Florida Atlantic University
    a. Academic Calendar - Dates & Deadlines
    b. Florida Residency Guidelines
    c. FAU Financial Aid Office
    d. College of Medicine
    e. Transger Success Program
    f. Cost of Attendance
    g. University Catalog - Policies & Requirements
    h. Family Education Rights and Privact Act (FERPA)

  2. Federal Benefits
    a. Federal Student Aid
    b. VA Education Programs
    c. Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR & E)
    d. eBenefits
    e. Learn about transferring the Post 0/11 GI Bill to an eligible Spouse or Dependent.
    f. VA Education and Training Rates Table

  3. State of Florida
    a. Florida Department of Veteran Affairs - Education
    b. Florida Department of education - Financial Assistance for College
    c. Florida Department of education - Exceptional Student Education for Military Families
    d. Florida Student Financial Aid
    e. Florida Board of Governors
    f. Florida Statute on Educational Scholarships, Fees and Financial Assistance
      -  Recipients of Purple Heart or Other Combay Decoration Superior in Precedence (FS 1009.26(8))
      -  Active Duty Non-Resident Fee Waiver (FS 1009.26(14))
      -  Congressman C.W. "Bill" Young Veteran Tuition Waiver Act (FS 1009.26(13))

  4. FAU-Military Programs Resources
    a. FAU Army ROTC
    b. FAU Air Force ROTC
    c. FAUs "Caring-based Academic Partnerships in Excellence: Veteran RNs in Primary Care (CAPE-V)
    d. FAU Veteran Entrepreneurship Program

Military and Veteran Student Success (MVSSC)

The Military and Veteran Student Success Team has one primary mission: YOU. We stand ready to provide holistic support, services, and advocacy for military-connected students’ academic, career, and personal success.

Contact Us

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Florida Atlantic University
777 Glades Road
Boca Raton, FL 33431
call (561) 297-4725
mail veterans@fau.edu