Lee University’s Office of Military and Veteran Affairs seeks to help active military, veterans and their dependents navigate the process of obtaining their military education benefits. Lee is approved for the certification of students eligible for educational assistance from the Department of Veterans Affairs and is enrolled in the Yellow Ribbon Program. The GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
New students who have not used any VA educational assistance programs should apply for benefits.
- Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)
- Montgomery GI Bill® Active Duty (Chapter 30)
- Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)
- Update your current benefit and get an updated Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
- Switch your existing education benefit and get a new COE
Dependents who have not received Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35) benefits will need to apply using VA Form 22-5490 or provide a Certificate of Eligibility.
- Chapter 35 Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA)
- Chapter 33 Fry Scholarship
- Make updates to your current benefit and get an updated Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
- Apply to switch your existing education benefit and get a new COE
- Apply as an eligible dependent for education benefits from a different Veteran than you’ve used in the past
If a course is dropped/added or withdrawn, inform the Veteran Affairs Office immediately so we can amend your certification and inform the VA
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Online using the VA tool with your verified account through ID.me or Login.gov
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Text message if you opt-in
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Phone Call, 888-442-4551
When the system says the veteran is certified for the month, payment can be expected within 10-14 days, or 3-5 days when using direct deposit. The Veteran Affairs Office must still be notified when enrollment changes are made, even though the change has been reported to the VA on WAVE.
For additional information visit the VA's website: https://www.va.gov/education/verify-school-enrollment/
This program offers employment to those attending school at least three-quarter time and receiving educational benefits. Applications can be filled out at the Office of Veteran Affairs on campus or any VA facility (VA Hospital or VA Regional Office). For more information visit: https://www.va.gov/education/about-gi-bill-benefits/how-to-use-benefits/work-study/.
Department of Defense Tuition Assistance
Lee University is a participating institution in the Department of Defense Voluntary Education Partnership. Through this partnership, eligible active duty members of the military have access to DoD Tuition Assistance (TA) funds. These TA funds are a unique, distinct source of financial aid available to eligible Service members. Please note that TA is a first payer for the purposes of determining financial aid.
How to Apply
Each military branch has its own TA application form and procedures. To get started, visit your local installation education center, go online to a virtual education center, or click on the following links for each service branch.
Prior to your course enrollment, you may be required to develop an education plan or complete TA orientation. Your service’s education center must approve your military tuition assistance before you enroll in a course at Lee University.
Veteran Affairs • PO Box 3450 • Cleveland, TN 37320 • Phone: (423) 614-8500 • [email protected]
Veteran Affairs
PO Box 3450
Cleveland, TN 37320
Phone: (423) 614-8500
[email protected]