Waiver of Nonresident Tuition for Foreign Service Officers Stationed in Mexico Attending Public Institutions of Higher Education in Texas

To provide a waiver of nonresident tuition for officers in the U.S. Foreign Service who are assigned to a post in Mexico and are attending a public institution of higher education in Texas.

NOTE: This webpage is intended to provide basic information for the public by highlighting requirements that appear in the Texas Education Code (TEC) and Texas Administrative Code (TAC). When reviewing eligibility requirements this exemption program, you should always refer to the relevant statutes and rules. The information on this webpage is to be used solely as a resource and does not override the statute or rules for this exemption program. It is not intended as, and does not constitute, legal advice.

Students who:

• Are foreign service officers employed by the U.S. Department of State;
• Are assigned to duty in an office of the U.S. Department of State located in Mexico; and
• Are enrolled in a public institution of higher education in Texas.

Non-immigrant aliens are not eligible for this program as they would not be serving as foreign service officers for the United States.

Limited to public institution in Texas.

The process for applying for a tuition waiver varies from college to college. Normally, the office of the registrar processes tuition waivers. However, waivers may also be processed by the admissions office and/or financial aid. The student must be able to provide the college or university with proof that he/she meets the program eligibility requirements.

• Generally, student eligibility for a waiver must be established prior to or at the time of enrollment. Contact your college for additional information.

• To read more about this program check out:

  Texas Education Code, 54.206 and Coordinating Board Rule, Chapter 21, Subchapter B, Section 29 (Pertaining to Exceptions)

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