Getting started at Washburn University
Download a printable version of the Military Student Checklist
Apply for Admission to Washburn
Obtain a copy of your DD-214
If you do not have a copy of your DD-214, you may order it at the following website: https://www.archives.gov/veterans
(Please contact the Diversity & Inclusion Office for further assistance obtaining your DD-214.)
Complete FAFSA
Complete the Student Application for Federal Financial Aid form located at: www.fafsa.gov
- You may be eligible for other types of financial aid while receiving your Veterans Educational Benefits. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- You ARE NOT required to report federal educational benefits on the FAFSA, such as Montgomery GI Bill®, Post 9/11 GI Bill®, Dependent Educational Assistance, and Vocational Rehabilitation.
For other financial aid questions please visit Financial Aid at the Student One Stop in Morgan Hall.
Review VA Education Benefit Programs
Determine which program is right for you by viewing the Education Benefit information at: https://benefits.va.gov/gibill/
Complete an "Application for VA Education Benefits" (VONAPP)
- Chapters 30/33/1606/1607: VA FORM 22-1990
- Chapter 33 Transfer of Entitlement: VA FORM 22-1990E
- Chapters 31 (Vocational Rehab): Contact the Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist at the Topeka VA Medical Center
- Chapters 35 (Survivors and Dependents): VA FORM 22-5490
Prior to enrollment, students must schedule a meeting with:
Chris Bowers, Military Transitions Coordinator, Military Student Advisor & (ESO), Military-Student Success Center, Mabee Library Room 206A, wuveterans@washburn.edu or 785.670.1983.
- Create a degree plan with a Military-Student advisor (a list of all the courses needed to complete your degree) before registering for classes.
If Military student Advisor is unavailable, meet with Academic Advising, Mabee Library, Room 201, advising@washburn.edu or with Yvette Montgomery, School Certifying Official, Morgan Hall, Room 105, yvette.montgomery@washburn.edu, 785.670.2329.
Center for Prior Learning & Testing, Mabee Library, Room 218, testing@washburn.edu or 785.670.1227.
- Discuss military transcripts and earning credit for military training/experience through DSST and CLEP exams which are funded for qualified military service members
Complete your paperwork
Turn in the following documents to WU Diversity and Inclusion Office, Morgan 105
- Copy of Certificate of Eligibility from Department of Veterans Affairs (this document is mailed to you once your VA benefits application is processed)
- Fill out the Military Enrollment Certification Request Form and Veterans Information Sheet (complete each semester)
- Degree Plan (created with your Academic Advisor)
Remember, you will have to recertify for your VA benefits at the beginning of each semester through the WU Diversity and Inclusion Office.
If you have questions or need help with the certification process, please contact the WU Diversity and Inclusion Office at 785.670.1622.
VA Education Benefits
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
GET IN TOUCH WITH University Diversity and Inclusion
Location
Morgan Hall
Room 105
Phone & Email
785.670.1622
diversity.inclusion@washburn.edu
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5 pm
(After 5pm by appointment)
