VA Programs, Eligibility and Benefits
The Military and Veterans Resource Center (MVRC) acts as a liaison with the Department of Veterans Affairs Education Office in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Committed to providing direct assistance to veterans and the dependents of veterans with the application and certification process, the primary goal is the initiation and assured continuation of education benefits. The MVRC is available to provide supportive services to veterans, dependents, National Guard, reservists, and active duty enrolled at UNF. Any questions regarding eligibility should be directed to the VA Regional Processing Office at 1-888-GI-BILL-1. All degree programs at UNF are approved for VA purposes by the State Approving Agency for Veterans Education Benefits, however, certificate programs vary. Any questions concerning education benefits should be referred to the MVRC at (904) 620-5131 or by emailing mvrc@unf.edu. Students should expect a possible delay of up to 60 days for receipt of benefits during their first term at UNF to allow for processing of forms at the regional level.
Applying for Benefits
Students may apply for education benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs online application, located at https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/. Students without the capability to apply online can call 1-888-GI-BILL-1 to have a form mailed.
- First application 10 weeks before semester
- Transfer from out-of-state 10 weeks before semester
- Transfer from school in Florida 6 weeks before semester
- Return to UNF after two semester absence 6 weeks before semester.
Benefit Chapters
Chapter 30 - Montgomery G.I. Bill®: For veterans who served on active duty after June 30, 1985, those who remained eligible under the Vietnam Era G.I. Bill®, and those who switched from VEAP before being involuntarily separated after February 2, 1991. For more information visit the Veterans Affairs website, located at https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/montgomery-active-duty/. Student is responsible to pay tuition and fees to the school by the payment deadline. VA will pay a monthly subsistence allowance to the student based on certified hours of enrollment.
Chapter 31 - Vocational Rehabilitation: For veterans with a service-connected disability. A service-connected disability rating as determined by the Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (VR&E) Service is required and determines eligibility for this benefit. For more information visit the Veterans Affairs website, located at https://www.benefits.va.gov/vocrehab/index.asp. VA will pay tuition and fees, and other costs on a case by case basis, directly to UNF. VA will also pay a monthly subsistence allowance to the student based on actual enrollment.Chapter 33 - Post 9/11 G.I. Bill: For individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service after September 11, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability with at least 30 days. You must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post 9/11 G.I. Bill®. For more information visit the Veterans Affairs website, located at https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/post-9-11/. VA will pay tuition and fees not to exceed the maximum in-state rate at a public institution, prorated based on benefit level and actual hours of enrollment. VA will pay a monthly subsistence allowance and an annual books and supplies stipend to students enrolled more than half-time, prorated based on benefit level.
Chapter 35 - Dependents Educational Assistance Program: Spouse and/or child of a veteran with permanent and total service-connected disability; or whose death was service connected; or who died of any cause while rated as having a permanent and total service-connected disability. For more information visit the Veterans Affairs website, located at https://www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-benefits/dependents-education-assistance/. Student is responsible to pay tuition and fees to the school by the payment deadline. VA will pay a monthly subsistence allowance to the student based on certified hours of enrollment.
Chapter 1606 - Montgomery G.I. Bill Selected Reserve: For members of the Selected Reserve. The Selected Reserve includes the Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Air Force Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve, and Coast Guard Reserve, the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard. For more information visit the Veterans Affairs website, located at https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/montgomery-selected-reserve/. Student is responsible to pay tuition and fees to the school by the payment deadline. VA will pay a monthly subsistence allowance to the student based on certified hours of enrollment.