Free Tuition for Children of Veterans who Die During Service

Eligibility Requirements

Applicant must be under the age of 25 and a resident of South Dakota whose mother or father was killed in action or died of other causes while on active duty.

How to Apply

Apply directly through South Dakota Division of Veterans Affairs's official application . Review the eligibility requirements above first. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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