A waiver allows for a portion of a student's tuition not to be paid. The student is responsible for payment of the remaining tuition not covered by the waiver. Waivers are issued only for the period in which a student is currently enrolled; therefore, applications must be submitted no later than the date of commencement at the end of the spring semester or the official graduation date at the end of the summer semester or fall semester. Satisfactory Academic Progress must be met in order to maintain eligibility for most waivers.

Competitive Scholarship Waiver

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
A limited number of nonresident and international students who have received a competitive scholarship. The scholarship must be administered by a school-recognized scholarship committee	Nonresident portion of tuition. The student is responsible for payment of resident tuition.	Student's department (undergraduate or graduate student service office).

Economic Development and Diversification Waiver

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
Nonresident and domiciled international students whose families transferred to Texas as part of the state's Economic Development and Diversification Plan.	Nonresident portion of tuition. The student is responsible for payment of resident tuition.	The University of Texas at Austin, Office of Admissions/OGA, PO Box 7608, Austin TX 78713-7608; http://www.collegeforalltexans.com/apps/financialaid/tofa2.cfm?ID=567

Waiver for Faculty Members, Teaching Assistants, and Research Assistants, and their Dependents

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
Employee, or employee's dependent. The employee must have a qualifying job title for at least 20 hours per week. The beginning employment date must be on or before the twelfth class day (fourth class day for a summer term), and the end date must be no earlier than the last class day; these dates are published in the academic calendar. If the dependent is the spouse of the employee, a marriage license must be on file with Special Billing, Student Accounts Receivable, MAI 4.	Nonresident portion of tuition. The student is responsible for payment of resident tuition.	Enrolled students apply directly to the hiring department. Graduate School applicants may indicate interest in a teaching or research assistantship when they apply for admission. https://utdirect.utexas.edu/acct/fb/waivers

Good Neighbor Scholarship

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
Native-born citizens and residents from nations of the Western Hemisphere other than the United States. Applicants must furnish certified evidence of native-born citizenship and scholastic qualifications.	Tuition.	The University of Texas at Austin, Texas Global, ISSS, 1925 San Jacinto Blvd., G14 Austin, TX 78712; https://global.utexas.edu/isss/advising-services/financial-aid

Waiver for International Students Who Hold Visas Allowing for Domicile in the United States

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
International students establishing domicile in Texas and meeting residency requirements.	Nonresident portion of tuition. The student is responsible for payment of resident tuition.	The University of Texas at Austin, Office of Admissions/OGA, PO Box 7608, Austin TX 78713-7608; https://admissions.utexas.edu/apply/frequently-asked-questions/#texasresidency

Waiver for Mexican Citizens with Financial Need

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
A limited number of students from Mexico who have financial need.	Nonresident portion of tuition. The student is responsible for payment of resident tuition.	The University of Texas at Austin, Texas Global, ISSS, 1925 San Jacinto Blvd., G14 Austin, TX 78712; https://global.utexas.edu/isss/advising-services/financial-aid

Waiver for Military: Persons Eligible for Veterans Education Benefits, Their Spouses and Children who Move to Texas

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
Veteran or dependent eligible for VA Post-9/11 GI Bill® or another federal law authorizing VA Education Benefits. Child must be 25 years of age or younger on the first day of the semester or summer term for which the benefit is used. Eligibility may be extended if child can provide proof of severe illness or debilitating condition that prevented prior enrollment. Applicant must provide a letter of intent to establish residence in Texas.	Nonresident portion of tuition. The student is responsible for payment of resident tuition.	The University of Texas at Austin, Office of Admissions/OGA, PO Box 7608, Austin TX 78713-7608; Email: residency@austin.utexas.edu https://admissions.utexas.edu/apply/frequently-asked-questions/#texasresidency

Waiver for Military: After Assignment in Texas, Assigned to Duty in Texas, and other Military Exemptions

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
Members of the U.S. Armed Forces, their spouses, and/or dependent children in accordance with the Texas Education Code (TEC), Texas Administrative Code (TAC), and Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) statutes and regulations. Eligibility is determined by the Office of Admissions Residency.	Tuition waivers can vary depending on a student’s status and/or benefits. The nonresident portion of tuition is waived for eligible students. Students are responsible for payment of any resident portion of tuition not exempted.	For additional information contact The University of Texas at Austin, Office of Admissions Residency, residency@austin.utexas.edu; Veteran Certification https://bit.ly/utvetbenefits, or Veteran and Military Affiliated Services https://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/veterans.

Nonresidents Enrolled in the Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan or Texas Tuition Promise Fund

Who is eligible	What is exempted	Where to apply
Nonresident students whose tuition is paid by the Texas Guaranteed Tuition Plan or the Texas Tuition Promise Fund for the semester for which the waiver is issued.	Nonresident portion of tuition.	The University of Texas at Austin, Student Accounts Receivable, Special Billing, tuition@austin.utexas.edu