Applying for Military Benefits

The steps for applying and receiving military educational benefits

Your Financial Aid Officer will help you through this process, but if you'd like to get started, the information below may be helpful.

1. Find out if the educational program you wish to enroll in is approved for VA benefits
   Herzing University Online is certified to offer VA benefits
   For a listing of Herzing University Online’s programs that have been approved by the State Approving Agency for the VA, please visit: http://www.gibill.va.gov/GI_Bill_Info/search_programs.htm
2. Complete the Application for VA Benefits Forms can be accessed at: http://vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp/main.asp
   • If you have not yet applied for VA Benefits please complete an Application for VA Benefits.

     - Form 22-1990 for Chapter 30, 32, 1606, 1607

     - Form 22-5490 for Chapter 35

     - Form 28-1990 for Chapter 31. You must speak with a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor in order to obtain this form

   • If you have used VA benefits before please complete a Request for Place of Training or Change of Program Form.
     

     - Form 22-1995 for Chapters 30, 32, 1606, 1607

     - Form 22-5495 for Chapter 35

     - For Chapter 31, you must speak with your Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor to obtain the appropriate forms.

3. Certification
   Herzing University’s School Certifying Official will submit an Enrollment Certification (22-1999) to the VA confirming your enrollment with the University. You must be accepted and an enrolled student in the University before the certification will be sent.
   Please note: If you are Chapter 30, 1606, or 1607 you are also responsible for verifying your enrollment on a monthly basis via the GI Bill web site at http://www.gibill.va.gov and click on W.A.V.E. or call 1-877-823-2378.

You will also need to complete the admissions application for acceptance to the educational institution. To get started on the Herzing University Online application, click here.

If you are accepted to Herzing University, a Fiscal or Financial Aid Officer specializing in military benefits will help you complete the proper military documentation. Your officer will also be able to assist you in determining how to make the most of your military educational benefits. Should there be a gap from the start of classes to the receipt of your benefit money, your officer will work with you to create a customized plan to cover expenses.