Veterans Resources
How do I determine if I am eligible for VA education benefits?
- The www.benefits.va.gov/gibill website is the best source of VA information for eligibility, types of benefit programs, payment rates and much more beyond education.
- You may call the VA at 1-888-442-4551 (1-888-GI-BILL1).
How do I use my VA benefits at Union?
- Apply online for VA education benefits.
- Print and complete the Union University Veteran Information Sheet.
- Get accepted into a degree-seeking program of study.
- Get registered for classes.
- Send a copy of the DD-214 to Union.
- Send a copy of your VA "Certificate of Eligibility" to Union.
What will I need to apply for VA benefits?
- Post 9/11 Era GI Bill® Ch. 33
- DD Form 214 - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
- Union Veteran Information Sheet (.pdf)
- VA Form 22-1990, Application for VA Education Benefits
- Transfer of Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits to Dependents (TEB)
- Active Duty Ch. 30 MGIB
- DD Form 214 - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
- Union Veteran Information Sheet (.pdf)
- VA Form 22-1990, Application for VA Education Benefits
- Selected Reserves Ch. 1606 MGIB
- DD Form 214 - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
- DD Form 2384 - Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE), for Selected Reservists only
- Union Veteran Information Sheet (.pdf)
- VA Form 22-1990, Application for VA Education Benefits
- Reserves Educational Assistance Program Ch. 1607 REAP
- DD Form 214 - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty
- DD Form 2384 - Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE), for Selected Reservists only
- Union Veteran Information Sheet (.pdf)
- VA Form 22-1990, Application for VA Education Benefits
- Veterans Vocational Rehabilitation Ch. 31
- You must apply and be eligible by the VA first. The VA will fax your approval to Union to certify your enrollment.
- Be advised that a Veteran may not switch from Chapter 33 to Chapter 31 in the same semester. Please contact the VA before switching your benefits.
- Contact the VA at 800-827-1000 or go online at http://www.vba.va.gov/bln/vre/.
- Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Ch. 35
- VA Form 22-5490, Application for Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance
- Union Veteran Information Sheet (.pdf)
- DD Form 214 - Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (for the Veteran)
Can I receive the Yellow Ribbon benefit at Union if I am eligible for 100% of the Post 9/11 Era GI Bill (Ch.33)?
Union participates on a first-come, first-served basis for up to 40 undergraduate and 15 graduate students in the Yellow Ribbon program. Union University's Policies and Procedures
What if I transfer to Union?
- Complete one of the forms linked below according to the type of benefits you receive.
- VA Form 22-1995, Request For Change of Program or Place of Training
- VA Form 22-5495, Request for Change of Program or Place of Training Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance
Monthly Verifications
IMPORTANT - All students who are receiving either the Montgomery GI BILL Active duty or Selected Reserve MUST verify their enrollment monthly to receive payments. This verification can be done either by using the Web Automated Verification of Enrollment (WAVE) application or by using an automated telephone system (IVR) at 1-877-823-2378 and follow the prompts.
Who is the Veterans' Certifying Official at Union?
Kathie Clanton
Financial Aid Specialist and Veterans Certifying Official
Student Financial Planning/Veteran Services
1050 Union University Drive
Jackson, TN 38305-3697
kclanton@uu.edu
731-661-6582
FAX: 731-661-5570
