MILITARY & VETERAN INFORMATION
Coker University is proud to serve United States veterans and their dependents.
The Veterans Administration recognizes Coker University as an eligible and Military Friendly institution to provide education to qualified veterans. If you are a veteran, active duty Army Reserve, a member of the National Guard, or the dependent or spouse of a veteran, you may be eligible for financial benefits to help fund your Coker education.
To speak to Coker University’s veteran benefits personnel, email va_benefits@coker.edu.
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- Apply for admission
- Submit all transcripts from previous institutions attended
- Once admitted, apply for financial aid
- Determine your educational benefits and apply
- Chapter 30: Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD)
- Chapter 31: Veterans Readiness and Employment (formerly vocational rehabilitation& Employment)
- If you are using Vocational Rehabilitation, your VR&E counselor will provide a 1905 form. This form is used in lieu of a Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
- Chapter 33: Post 9/11 GI Bill
- Chapter 35: Survivors and Dependent Assistance
- Chapter 1606: Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
- SC National Guard College Assistance Program
- Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program (TA)
- After you are registered for courses, submit your TA Request for enrolled courses. When received submit your approved authorization form to va_benefits@coker.edu
- Submit a copy of your Certificate of Eligibility and DD-214 to va_benefits@coker.edu
- Register for classes
- Complete enrollment certification To be certified for VA Benefits, students must submit a VA Enrollment Certification form each semester in order to receive benefit funds.
FAQs
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add remove What happens if I’m called to duty?
If a student is called to duty, he/she should request an official leave of absence. Students should submit a leave of absence form, along with any written military orders. When an official leave of absence is granted, it will not be necessary for the student to go through the process of readmission to the University if the student returns in the semester or term designated on the request and if the student informs the Office of Academic Records of his or her intention to return two weeks prior to the enrollment period.
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add remove What should I do if I decide to drop/add a course or withdraw from the institution?
We are required to notify the VA of any changes to a student’s schedule or status within thirty days of the change taking place. To make our office aware of a change to your schedule, or your intention to withdraw or take a leave of absence, please submit the VA Enrollment Certification form.
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add remove What should I do to initiate certification?
After you are registered for classes, submit the VA Enrollment Certification form. You will need to be signed into your Coker email address to submit this form. You will receive a confirmation email from the SCO when your classes are certified with the VA.
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Certification of classes will take place after rosters have been verified. The School Certifying Official (SCO) will notify VA students of the projected certification dates.
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add remove Do I need to verify my enrollment with the VA?
If you are receiving chapter 30 or chapter 1606 benefits, you are required to certify your enrollment through the Web Automated Verification of Enrollment (WAVE). If you have trouble verifying your enrollment, you may call 877-VA-ECERT.
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add remove Will the VA pay me directly?
The only chapter that will pay directly to Coker is the Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33). All other chapters will pay the veteran student directly (or put it in Direct Deposit, if you are eligible).
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add remove How do I set-up direct deposit?
To setup your direct deposit information or the address on your paper checks, you can call the VA at 800-827-1000.
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add remove How much money will I receive?
To determine the approximate rate of benefit click here.
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add remove I would like to use TA through the Department of Defense. What should I do?
Click here to begin the process to apply for TA. Service members are required to obtain approval before enrolling. Please contact your ESO, or military counselor for approval. Once approved, send your TA Request Authorization form to va_benefits@coker.edu
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add remove Am I eligible for advance pay?
Coker University is not an advanced pay school. The SCO will certify courses after a student registers for classes, submits the VA enrollment certification form, and rosters have been verified.
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add remove What if I have questions for the VA directly?
If you have a question directly for the VA you may navigate to https://gibill.custhelp.va.gov/. If you have questions regarding payment, you may call the student hotline at 888-442-4551
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add remove Where should I go if I need counseling or academic support?
Coker University has partnered with MUSC TelePsych to provide students access to licensed mental health professionals, including psychiatrists. For more information, and to schedule an appointment, click here.
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add remove I received a letter in the mail about a VA debt. What should I do?
If you received a letter from the VA Debt Management Center, it is important that you contact them immediately by calling 800-227-0648
Resources
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The GI Bill® is outlined by chapters and the specific chapter that you apply for will be listed on your Certificate of Eligibility (COE). A summary of the Veteran Administrations Education Benefits Guide, developed by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, can help in determining your benefit eligibility and can be found at the website for the Veterans Benefits Administration.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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Veterans and veterans’ dependents may apply for education benefits, find more information about available benefits, and access necessary forms through both eBenefits and the GI Bill® website.
- Chapter 30: Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD)
- Chapter 31: Veterans Readiness and Employment (formerly vocational rehabilitation& Employment)
- Chapter 33: Post 9/11 GI Bill
- Chapter 35: Survivors and Dependent Assistance
- Chapter 1606: Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
- SC National Guard College Assistance Program
Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program (TA)
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add remove Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program
An active duty Army Reserve or National Guard student may be eligible for the Department of Defense Tuition Assistance program. Click here to begin the process to apply for TA. Service members are required to obtain approval before enrolling. Please contact your ESO, or military counselor for approval. Once approved, send your TA Request Authorization form to va_benefits@coker.edu.
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On-campus counselors are available to meet with any student—including veterans, veterans’ dependents, and students on active-duty. Please contact the Center for Health & Wellness to schedule an appointment.
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- MILITARY.COM
- STUDENT VETERANS OF AMERICA
- SC ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
- FISHER HOUSE FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
- AIR FORCE ROTC
- ARMY ROTC
- MARINE OFFICER NAVY ROTC
- NAVY ROTC
- AFFORDABLE COLLEGES VETERAN SCHOLARSHIPS
- ARMY EMERGENCY RELIEF
- MARINE CORPS SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
- VETERANS SUPPORT FOUNDATION
- AIR FORCE AID SOCIETY
- WELLS FARGO VETERANS SCHOLARSHIP AND EMERGENCY GRANT PROGRAMS
- AMERICAN LEGION
- AMVETS
- PARALYZED VETERANS OF AMERICA
- VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS
- VETERAN AID VETERANS BENEFIT SCHOLARSHIP