Department of War Education Activity (DoWEA) Schools
The Department of War (DoW) offers high quality, tuition-free education for authorized dependents of DoW personnel assigned overseas. They also provide enrollment on a space-available, tuition-paying basis for others identified and prioritized by the Secretary of War (i.e. contractors).
There are 13 DoWEA Schools on Okinawa. Among these are 8 Elementary, 3 Middle, and 2 High schools. These schools are located on Kadena Airbase and Marine Corps bases.
Off-Post Schools
Some families choose to send their children to a non-DoWEA school located off-base. Families are responsible for paying tuition fees and arranging school transportation on their own if they enroll their child at these schools.
Explore educational options available in your community. Find resources to help your Family through the deployment cycle.
Connect with the Army Youth Sponsorship Program for all transitions experienced by children and youth.
