KRS 164.480: War veterans' scholarships granted.

Every person who was engaged in any branch of the military or naval service of the

United States, prescribed and classified by the United States War Department as a part of

such service, during the wars that were declared on April 6, 1917, and any wars dec lared

thereafter, respectively, and who at the time of his enlistment was a resident of Kentucky,

is entitled to a free scholarship in any state higher educational institution that he chooses

for a period required for the completion of the course of study selected by him. The

scholarship includes free tuition, matriculations and other fees, room rent, fuel and lights,

and the advantages and privileges of the institution, but does not include free board.

Provided, however, that if the federal government prov ides for the education of veterans

of any of the wars herein referred to, then this section shall not apply to such veterans.