Exemptions & Waivers

The state of Texas and Ranger College provide and fund several tuition exemptions and/or waivers. Interested students should contact the Office of Student Financial Aid or the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board at 1-800-242-3062 or www.collegeforalltexans.com for additional information.

Students receiving tuition exemptions and/or agency sponsorship must take their estimated statement to the Financial Aid office along with the appropriate payment voucher or letter before the payment deadline.


Types of Tuition Exemptions:

  • Foster Care and Adopted Children
  •  Deaf
  •  Blind
  •  Professional Firefighters
  •  Highest Ranking High School Graduate/Valedictorian
  •  Children of Disabled/Deceased Peace Officers
  •  Hazlewood
  •  Children of Clinical Preceptors and Professional Nurse Faculty

Types of Tuition Sponsors:

  • Texas Workforce Commission (WIA)
  •  Division for Rehabilitation Services (DRS)
  •  Military Tuition Assistance
  •  Veteran’s Assistance (Vocational Rehab and Post 9/11)
  •  Educational Aide Exemption
  • Early High School Graduation Scholarship
  • High Schools
  • Employers

Applying online is easy!