Gov. Tom Wolf signed the Fostering Independence Through Education Act on June 28, which waives tuition for youth who were in foster care at age 16 or older, including those adopted. Beginning in the fall of 2020, all colleges and universities will be required to offer tuition waivers for eligible students. The waivers, which also cover college application fees, can be used for up to five years or until a student reaches age 26.
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Source: Altoona Mirror, Aug. 4, 2019.