A 10 point preference eligible is
a veteran or eligible family member of a veteran who served at any time, was
discharged or released from active duty in the armed forces under honorable
conditions and:
- has a compensable
service connected disability,
- has a present service-connected disability or
is receiving compensation, disability retirement benefits, or pension
from the military or the Department of Veterans Affairs OR
- has received
a Purple Heart.
The
veteran must have been discharged under an honorable or general discharge.
Note: Certain spouses,
widows, widowers, or parents of veterans may also be entitled.