Active Duty Military Exemptions (s.1009.26(15), F.S.)

Section 1009.21(10), F.S., grants in-state residency for tuition purposes to active duty military members, including their spouses and dependents, who reside in Florida or attend a public postsecondary institution within 50 miles of a military establishment at the time of acceptance to the institution. Active drilling members of the Florida National Guard are also granted in-state residency for tuition purposes. Pursuant to S.1009.26(14), F.S., a state university, Florida College System institution, career center operated by a school district, or charter technical career center shall waive out-of-state tuition and fees for a person who is an active duty member of the Armed Forces of the United States residing or stationed outside of this state.