Arkansas veterans are eligible for 8 state and federal benefit programs, including Healthcare, Education, Employment, and more. Most state programs require state residency and a VA-issued disability rating; eligibility thresholds vary by program. This page lists every benefit with source URLs, application paths, and 2026 verification status.
The Arkansas Veterans Home in Fayetteville provides skilled nursing and domiciliary care for eligible Arkansas veterans at subsidized rates.
Note: Located in Fayetteville. VA per diem offsets costs.
Provides up to eight semesters of free tuition, mandatory fees, and on-campus room and board at Arkansas public colleges and universities to dependent children and spouses of Arkansas resident military members who were killed in action, killed on ordnance delivery, declared missing in action (MIA), held as a prisoner of war (POW), or who have been declared 100% permanently and totally disabled as a result of active military service. KIA, MIA, and POW dependents qualify regardless of disability rating.
Note: One of the most comprehensive dependent education benefits — covers room and board in addition to tuition. Apply through ADHE. Interaction with federal education benefits varies — contact school financial aid office for details.
Arkansas grants veterans preference in state employment with points added to passing civil service exam scores. Disabled veterans receive additional consideration.
Note: Disabled veterans receive additional preference beyond standard veteran preference.
Veterans with a 100% permanent and total service-connected VA disability rating are fully exempt from property taxes on their primary residence in Arkansas.
Note: Must be 100% P&T rated. Apply at your county assessor's office with VA disability letter. Surviving spouses retain the exemption as long as they do not remarry and continue to reside in the home.
Military retirement pay received by Arkansas residents is fully exempt from state income tax, providing significant annual savings for retired military personnel residing in the state.
Note: Claim the exemption on your AR1000 state tax return. No cap on the exempted amount. VA disability compensation is also tax-free at both federal and state levels.
Arkansas resident disabled veterans with a 100% service-connected disability receive free camping at all Arkansas state parks.
Note: 100% disabled veterans only. Covers tent and RV camping sites.
Arkansas veterans with a 100% service-connected disability receive a free lifetime combination hunting and fishing license. Veterans with 70%+ disability receive discounted annual licenses.
Note: 100% disabled get free lifetime. 70%+ get discounts. Apply with VA documentation.
Arkansas operates two state veterans cemeteries in North Little Rock and Birdeye providing burial at no cost for eligible veterans and their dependents.
Note: Two locations: North Little Rock and Birdeye. Free for veterans and eligible dependents.
“Must be 100% P&T rated. Apply at your county assessor's office with VA disability letter. Surviving spouses retain the exemption as long as they do not remarry and continue to reside in the home.”
Arkansas offers 8 veteran benefit programs spanning Healthcare, Education, Employment, Tax, Recreation, Other. Eligibility requirements vary by program — most require a VA-issued disability rating and state residency.
Many Arkansas benefit programs require a minimum VA disability rating — commonly 10%, 50%, or 100%. Some programs, such as education assistance or employment preference, have no rating requirement. Check each benefit listing on this page for the specific threshold.
Most Arkansas state benefits require current state residency. Some programs require continuous residency for one or more years. Federal VA benefits are available to all eligible veterans regardless of state of residence.
Yes — in most cases, state and federal veteran benefits are stackable. For example, a property tax exemption from Arkansas does not reduce your federal VA disability compensation. Some federal needs-based programs may offset certain state payments; review each program's terms.
Applications for Arkansas state benefits are typically submitted through the Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs or the administering state agency. Application links are listed directly on each benefit card on this page. Federal VA benefits are applied for at VA.gov.
Yes — Arkansas has at least one property tax benefit listed for veterans. Eligibility typically requires a minimum disability rating and state residency. See the Tax section on this page for the current threshold and application link.
Yes — Arkansas offers education benefits for veterans. These may include tuition waivers, National Guard tuition assistance, or supplemental GI Bill top-ups. See the Education section on this page for current programs and eligibility.
Most Arkansas state benefit programs and all federal VA benefit programs require an honorable or general (under honorable conditions) discharge. Veterans with other-than-honorable discharges may still qualify for some programs; consult a VSO or accredited claims agent for individual eligibility.
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