Completing your veteran file
Click here to download a printable list of all the necessary forms and documentation noted below that must be submitted in order to complete your veteran file.
To complete your veteran file with the Veterans Affairs Office, you must submit the following documentation:
Step 1: Submit VONAPP or VA Form 22-1990/5490
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Veteran Online Application (VONAPP)
The VONAPP web site is an official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) web site that enables veterans to apply for their MGIB benefits via the internet.
Once received from the Department of Veterans Affairs, you must present your Certificate of Eligibility to the Veterans Affairs Office. |
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VA Form 22-1990: Application for VA Education Benefits
This form is to be submitted (in lieu of the VONAPP electronic application) by active duty servicemembers and veterans to apply for MGIB benefits.
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VA Form 22-5490: Application for Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance
This form is to be submitted (in lieu of the VONAPP electronic application) by dependents of totally disabled veterans to apply for MGIB benefits.
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Step 2: Submit VA Form 22-1995 or VA Form 22-5495
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VA Form 22-1995: Request for Change of Program or Place of Training
This form is to be submitted by active duty servicemembers and veterans who have used MGIB benefits at another school (e.g., transfer students), or are changing majors.
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VA Form 22-5495: Request for Change of Program or Place of Training (Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance)
This form is to be submitted by dependents of veterans who have used MGIB benefits at another school (e.g., transfer students), or are changing majors.
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Step 3: Submit DD Form 214
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DD Form 214 (Member-4 copy): Discharge Papers and Separation Documents
For veterans, the member-4 copy of the discharge papers is submitted to the Department of Veterans Affairs to establish eligibility for benefits following a period of active duty service.
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Step 4: Submit your military transcript(s)
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Your military transcript(s)
You must submit your military transcript(s) to the Office of Admissions for evaluation. Military transcripts will be evaluated for transfer credit, including military coursework and experience.
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Step 5: Submit your official degree plan
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Your official degree plan
You must make an appointment (following your admission/enrollment) with your academic advisor to acquire a copy of your official degree plan.
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Step 6: Submit Intent to Enroll Form
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Veteran Intent to Enroll Form
A Veteran Intent to Enroll Form must be submitted upon registration each term, for an enrollment certification to be submitted to the Department of Veterans Affairs.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to inform the University's VA Office of any changes to your schedule, including added or dropped courses, withdrawals, or a change of major.
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