Veterans Affairs Application Procedures
Before Applying for VA Education Benefits
The Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) requires each applicant for VA education benefits be formally accepted to an approved degree program before initial certification can be sent to the DVA. You must apply to the University of North Florida by the posted deadline to be considered for admission. Choose your student type for specific admission requirement information and be prepared to supply your military transcripts.
Application requirements for VA education benefits vary from program to program. The DVA will determine your eligibility based on your complete application package. The UNF Veteran's Affairs Office is available to assist you with your application package.
Benefit Programs and Application Requirements
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs webpage.
Submit to the Department of Veterans Affairs:
- Application for VA Education Benefits
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DD Form 214 (member copy 4)
- Proof of additional $600 payment to obtain $150/month kicker (i.e. LES, receipt), if eligible
- VA Form 21-686C - Declaration of Status Dependents (when claiming dependents)
Submit to UNF:
The UNF Veterans Affairs Office will access your class schedule and degree evaluation (program of study) each semester to verify that coursework is required for your degree program to submit certification to the DVA. You will only be certified for required courses, as listed on your Degree Evaluation.
Chapter 30 students are required to confirm their monthly enrollment to continue receipt of benefits. Enrollment may be verified through WAVE (Web Automated Verification of Enrollment) or by calling 1-877-823-2378.
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs Webpage.
To be evaluated for Chapter 31, you must apply for services, with the local VR&E (phone 904.737.0665) or online through Vets.Gov, and receive an appointment with a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor (VRC). The VRC will work with the veteran to determine eligibility.
Submit to UNF:
The UNF Veterans Affairs Office will access your class schedule and degree evaluation (program of study) each semester to verify that coursework is required for your degree program to submit certification to the DVA. You will only be certified for required courses, as listed on your Degree Evaluation.
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs webpage.
Submit to the Department of Veterans Affairs:
- Application for VA Education Benefits
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DD Form 214 of the Veteran, if applicable (member copy 4)
- Proof of additional $600 payment to obtain $150/month kicker (i.e. LES, receipt), if eligible
- VA Form 21-686C - Declaration of Status Dependents (when claiming dependents)
Submit to UNF:
The UNF Veterans Affairs Office will access your class schedule and degree evaluation (program of study) each semester to verify that coursework is required for your degree program to submit certification to the DVA. You will only be certified for required courses, as listed on your Degree Evaluation.
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For eligible dependents who meet one of the following conditions:
- Spouse or child of a veteran who has been rated as permanently and totally disabled due to a service-related condition
- Surviving spouse or child of a veteran who died in the line of duty while a service member or
- Surviving spouse or child of a veteran who died while rated as totally and permanently disabled due to a service-related condition
For more information visit the Department of Veterans Affairs webpage.
Submit to the Department of Veterans Affairs:
- Application for Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance
- Veteran's DD Form 214 (member copy 4)
- Veteran's disability paperwork, showing 100% service connected disabled rating
- Dependent birth certificate (if child) or marriage certificate (if spouse)
- And copy of marriage license of veteran parent, if dependent is a step child
Submit to UNF:
The UNF Veterans Affairs Office will access your class schedule and degree evaluation (program of study) each semester to verify that coursework is required for your degree program to submit certification to the DVA. You will only be certified for required courses, as listed on your Degree Evaluation.
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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 Department of Veterans Affairs webpage.
Submit to the Department of Veterans Affairs:
- Application for VA Education Benefits
- Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE), also known as DD Form 2384-1. This form is issued through the Guard/Reserve Unit.
- Copy of any "Kicker" contract, if you contributed up to an additional $600 to the G.I. Bill ® "buy-up" program. This information is also issued by the Guard/Reserve Unit if applicable.
Submit to UNF:
The UNF Veterans Affairs Office will access your class schedule and degree evaluation (program of study) each semester to verify that coursework is required for your degree program to submit certification to the DVA. You will only be certified for required courses, as listed on your Degree Evaluation.
Chapter 1606 students are required to confirm their monthly enrollment to continue receipt of benefits. Enrollment may be verified through WAVE (Web Automated Verification of Enrollment) or by calling 1-877-823-2378.
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For Guard/Reservists and Coast Guard who served 90 days or more on active duty on or after 9/11/01 under title 10 U.S. Code (Reserves), section 502(f) (National Guard) or title 32 U.S.C. (Coast Guard) for a contingency operation. The Department of Defense (DOD) will determine eligibility. For more information visit the Department of Veterans Affairs webpage.
Submit to the Department of Veterans Affairs:
- Application for VA Education Benefits
- Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE), also known as DD Form 2384-1. This form is issued through the Guard/Reserve Unit. If the student has already used Chapter 1606 MGIB Selected Reserves, this form should be on file with the VA.
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DD Form 214 (member copy 4)
- Copy of any "Kicker" contract, if you contributed up to an additional $600 to the G.I. Bill ® "buy-up" program. This information is also issued by the Guard/Reserve Unit if applicable.
Submit to UNF:
The UNF Veterans Affairs Office will access your class schedule and degree evaluation (program of study) each semester to verify that coursework is required for your degree program to submit certification to the DVA. You will only be certified for required courses, as listed on your Degree Evaluation.
Chapter 1607 students are required to confirm their monthly enrollment to continue receipt of benefits. Enrollment may be verified through WAVE (Web Automated Verification of Enrollment) or by calling 1-877-823-2378.
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