How to use DEA Chapter 35

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Benefit Information

How to Apply / Use Benefits

  1. or
  2. Provide to 91Ƶ Office of Military and Veteran Services:
    • Certificate of Eligibility (proof of benefits). Document is mailed to student or can be requested via
    • Service Member’s first and last name
    • Last four digits of the Service Member’s social security number
    • Student social security number if not provided on college application
  3. Submit 91Ƶ VA certification request form
  4. Send all official college transcripts
  5. Make an appointment with
    • Military Benefits Official, Sharon Painter
    • Veteran Academic Advisor, Jeanmarie Corrado
  6. Enroll in courses required for VA approved degree/certificate.
  7. Pay tuition and fees. Effective Fall 2025, students are required to pay in full or have a payment plan in place by the standard posted payment deadlines.
  8. Attend and complete the course(s)
  9. Students must each month to receive housing stipend.

Stipend

  • Benefit pays monthly stipend based on days of enrollment.
  • Enrollment status below is based on 14 week session. Student can receive full time stipend if taking fewer credits within shorter sessions, such as 12 week or 7 week session.
Enrollment Monthly rate*
Full Time (12+ credits) $1574.00
¾ time (9-11 credits) $1244.00
½ time (6-8 credits) $912.00
Less than ½ (4-5)** $912.00
¼ time or less (1-3)** $393.50

*Rate is effective October 1, 2025

** If enrolled less than 1/2 time, stipend will be amount listed here but no more than total tuition and fees.  For more information,

  • Visit
  • Call the VA education hotline, 1-888-442-4551

Financial Information

  • Student is responsible for all tuition, fees, software and textbooks
  • Effective Fall 2025, students are required to pay in full or have a payment plan in place by the standard posted payment deadlines. Students using military education benefits can also use financial aid (FAFSA)
  • Reductions in enrollment may cause a Dept. of Veteran Affairs debt to student

Questions?

Please verify all benefit information:

  • Dept. of Veterans Affairs education hotline 1-888-442-4551

91Ƶ Office of Military and Veterans Services