Hiring Our Heroes - Austin
TXU.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Austin-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Veteran Education in Austin (2026 Guide)
Austin, Texas veteran education benefits: GI Bill, state tuition waivers, and free academic counseling for veterans and dependents.
About education for veterans in Austin
Austin (population 961,855) is one of the larger metros in Texas, and several local and statewide programs serve veterans here. Most VA-administered care for Austin is delivered through Austin VA Outpatient Clinic. This page lists verified education resources filtered to Austin, plus the broader Texas guide for help that is available statewide.
Veterans in crisis: dial 988 then press 1, text 838255, or chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net (24/7).
Texas offers one of the most generous veteran education benefit packages in the nation, highlighted by the Hazelwood Act — which provides up to 150 hours of free tuition at any Texas public college or university. Combined with federal GI Bill benefits, VA vocational rehabilitation, and robust campus veteran support services, Texas veterans have unparalleled access to affordable, high-quality education and training.
This guide covers every education benefit available to Texas veterans, from the Hazelwood Act and its Legacy provisions to the Post-9/11 GI Bill, Montgomery GI Bill, veteran-friendly institutions, and vocational training options across the state.
Education resources in Austin
Austin American Job Center - Veterans Services
TXDepartment of Labor American Job Center serving Austin veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.
Austin Veterans Upward Bound
TXDepartment of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving Austin-area veterans. Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.
Student Veterans of America - Austin Chapter
TXStudent Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Austin area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Austin Community College Veterans Resource Center
TXVeterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Austin area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
VR&E (Chapter 31) Counselor - Austin
TXVocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31, VR&E) services for service-connected Austin veterans pursuing employment, self-employment, or independent living. Tuition, fees, books, and a monthly subsistence allowance may be covered.
Statewide education resources serving Austin
These Texas programs are not based in Austin but accept residents.
Texas Workforce Commission Veterans Services
TXEmployment and training services for Texas veterans including job placement and career counseling.
Texas Veterans Commission - Employment Programs
TXThe Texas Veterans Commission administers Texas-specific veteran employment programs and benefits and connects veterans with accredited service officers, state benefits, and local resources.
Corpus Christi American Job Center - Veterans Services
TXDepartment of Labor American Job Center serving Corpus Christi veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.
Hiring Our Heroes - El Paso
TXU.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to El Paso-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Fort Worth American Job Center - Veterans Services
TXDepartment of Labor American Job Center serving Fort Worth veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.
Hiring Our Heroes - Dallas
TXU.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Dallas-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Dallas American Job Center - Veterans Services
TXDepartment of Labor American Job Center serving Dallas veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.
Hiring Our Heroes - San Antonio
TXU.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to San Antonio-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where can a veteran get education help in Austin?
- Start with the resources listed on this page, which are filtered to Austin and the surrounding Texas area. If you do not see what you need, expand to the full Texas education guide or call the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans at 1-877-424-3838 for an immediate referral.
- What is the closest VA facility to Austin?
- Veterans in Austin are typically served by Austin VA Outpatient Clinic. Call 1-877-222-8387 or visit VA.gov/find-locations to confirm the right campus, clinic hours, and what services are offered before you travel.
- Are these Austin education resources free for veterans?
- Most listed resources are free or low-cost for eligible veterans. Eligibility, copays, and waitlists vary by program, so confirm cost and required documents (DD-214, VA award letter, proof of residency) when you call.