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Missouri State University is approved for certification of students eligible to receive educational assistance (G.I. Bill)  from the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). All students who receive benefits through the DVA are assisted by a Veterans Certifying Official  in the Office of the Registrar, Carrington Hall, Room 320, phone (417) 836-5520, fax (417) 836-8776. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding holidays.

The information stated here is based on existing rules and regulations of the Department of Veterans Affairs and should not be construed as being absolute. New rules and regulations are being released by the DVA continually and may supersede the information stated here. The DVA will notify you of changes that will affect your benefits (G.I. Bill).  

Reminder for Fall 2008 Enrollment:

In order to continue your veteran's education benefits, you must complete a Veteran Certification Request for the fall 2008 semester.  Forms are also available in the Office of the Registrar in Carrington Hall 320.

Chapter Benefits:

Described below are chapters under which you may qualify:

• Chapter 30-New Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty

Persons who entered active duty after July 1, 1985, and had their military pay reduced by $100 per month for 12 months, may qualify for this program. This is a non-refundable contribution. These persons also must have served a minimum of two years, earned a high school diploma or its equivalent either prior to, or during the qualifying enlistment, and must have an honorable discharge.   Other requirements may apply.

• Chapter 1606-New Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve/National Guard

This program provides benefits for members of the Reserve/National Guard who enlisted, re-enlisted or extended their enlistment for a period of six years after July 1, 1985.

• Chapter 1607-REAP (Reserve Educational Assistance Program)

This program provides up to 36 months of education benefits to members of the Selected Reserves, Individual Ready Reserve (IRR), and National Guard, who are called or ordered to active service in response to a war or national emergency.  

• Chapter 35-Dependent or Spouse of 100% Disabled or Deceased Veterans (Service Connected)

This program provides benefits for dependents and spouses of veterans who died or are 100% disabled due to service-connected causes.

• Chapter 31-Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Eligibility for this program is determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The program provides payment of required fees and a monthly allotment.

Additional Entitlements

• Tutorial Assistance is available to eligible persons to help with the cost of tutors.
• Veterans Work Study Program is available to certain eligible students at approved locations.
• Advance Payment of educational assistance allowance is intended to help students meet school-related and other expenses which are concentrated at the beginning of a term. When a veteran, serviceperson, reservist, or other eligible person enrolls at a half-time rate or more, and is not eligible for an interval payment, he or she may elect, in writing, to be paid in advance for the first initial month or a fraction thereof at the beginning of the term plus the amount payable for the following month. Students should be aware that if they receive advance payments at the beginning of a fall term commencing in September, they will not receive their November benefit check until after December 1. 

• You are required to complete a Veterans Certification Request Form every semester (summer and fall may be submitted on one form) to continue receiving veterans education benefits. Forms are available online or in the Missouri State University Office of the Registrar in Carrington Hall 320.

• In order to comply with laws governing education benefits, it is your responsibility to notify the Missouri State University Office of the Registrar of your status at the University which includes when you: add or drop a course, change your major, change your address, withdraw from the University, or need tutorial assistance.

• If you do not make satisfactory academic progress and are suspended from the University, your education benefits cannot be resumed until you have met the University requirements for reinstatement.

• Your benefits may be terminated if you do not comply with the regulations stated above.

1. Apply for admission to the University
2. Participate in SOAR (Student Orientation and Registration)  or complete Transfer Orientation (for transfer students)
3. Register for classes (enrolling in classes)
4. Contact a Veterans Certifying Official in the Office of the Registrar at (417) 836-5520 or VeteransServices@MissouriState.edu
5. Complete required paperwork for benefits

 

Forms:

 

The following forms are to be submitted to the Missouri State University Office of the Registrar.  Upon reviewing the completed forms, we will forward to the DVA for processing.

First-Time Students

Chapter 30 - New Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty

• Application for Educational Assistance (Form 22-1990)
• Copy of DD-214 Discharge Document (This form is provided to you by your
  military branch at completion of enlistment.)
• Copy of "kicker" paperwork, if applicable (This paperwork is provided to you by your military branch at time of enlistment)
• Veterans Certification Request Form

Chapter 1606 - Members of the Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve/National Guard  

• Application for Educational Assistance (Form 22-1990)
• Copy of DD-214 or Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE) Form #2384  (This form is provided to you by your unit.)
• Copy of "kicker" paperwork, if applicable (This paperwork is provided to you by your military branch at time of enlistment)
• Veterans Certification Request Form

Chapter 35 - Dependents or Spouse of 100% Disabled or Deceased Veterans (Service Connected)

• Application for Educational Assistance (Form 22-5490). To complete this form, you must provide the veteran's file number.
• Veterans Certification Request Form

Continuing Students

 If you have previously received education benefits at Missouri State University, you will need to complete a Veterans Certification Request Form each semester of enrollment (summer and fall may be submitted on one form). 

Transfer Students

When your admission to Missouri State University is complete, please contact the Missouri State University office of the Registrar in order to complete the process for continuing your G.I. Bill.

To view and print the Veterans Certification Request Form, you will need Adobe Acrobat Reader.

For more information contact:

Veterans Certifying Official
Office of the Registrar
Missouri State University
Carrington Hall 320
901 S. National Ave.
Springfield, MO 65897
Phone (417) 836-5520
Fax (417) 836-8776  

  

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