Veterans and Military Affiliated Students

Veterans Affairs Student Application Checklist 

This checklist is intended for all military-affiliated students, including dependents of veterans.

1. Apply for Admission at SUNY Fredonia.
2. Apply for VA Benefits.
3. New and Transfer Students Complete:
   • VA Form 22-1990 (Chapters 30, 33, 1606, 1607) 
     or 
   • VA Form 22-5490 (Chapter 35 – Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program 
4. Transfer Students Complete:
   • VA Form 22-1995 (Chapters 30, 33, 1606, 1607) 
     or 
   • VA Form 22-5495 (Chapter 35 – Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program
5. Submit DD214, Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE), Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
   • Request a copy of your DD214 military service record.
   • Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE) VA Form DD-2384-1 is used to determine eligibility to receive the Montgomery GI Bill® Educational Assistance Benefits (MGIB). Members must obtain their NOBE from their service unit of assignment.
   • Certificate of Eligibility (COE) is sent to service personnel after confirming eligibility with the NOBE.
6. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
7. Fill out a SUNY Fredonia Veterans Fact Sheet to certify your enrollment to receive VA benefits.
8. Transfer students must transfer their VA Education Benefits to SUNY Fredonia.
9. Supply degree plan, for students receiving VA Tutorial Assistance.
10. Visit the Veteran Financial Aid Information web page to use cost calculators and other resources.
11. Visit the Student Accounts Office website.
12. Contact Residence Life Office (if applicable) or call 716-673-3341.
13. For National Guard and active Reservists, speak with your unit's career counselor and first-line leader about using additional state and federal benefits.
14. Visit Disability Support Services for Accommodations (if applicable). For an appointment, call 716-673-3270.
15. Complete the E-Services Critical Checklist to access your campus email, use WiFi, YourConnection, etc.
16. Make an appointment with the Chautauqua County Veterans Services Agency (Veterans Only) or call 716-268-6030 to find out all your benefits.
17. Current Students may apply for Veterans Scholarships:
    • SUNY Fredonia Veterans Scholarship
    • Courage & Honor Scholarship
    • Ronald L. and Marilyn M. Denison Scholarship

Online Forms

• Veterans Fact Sheet  - All veterans and military affiliated students receiving any educational benefits must complete the Veterans Fact Sheet to initiate the certification process.
• VA Repeated Course Notification Form

Downloads

• GI Bill® Tutorial Assistance VA FORM 22-1990t
• Reimbursement of National Exam Fee VA FORM 22-0810
• Reimbursement of Licensing & Certification Test Fees VA Form 22-0803

Quick Links

• Apply for VA Educational Benefits
• New York State scholarships or awards available to veterans and their families
• WAVE (Verify Enrollment)
• GI Bill® Website
• GoArmyEd (Using TA?)
• Current Payment Rates
• VA Work Study Program
• GI Bill® Tutorial Assistance Program
• Guide to Veteran & Dependent Scholarships by State

Cost of Attendance

• Financial Aid Office
• Net Price Calculator
• Complete Your FAFSA!
• Student Accounts Office

The mission of the Veterans Affairs Office is to:

• Support active duty service members, veterans, and affiliated family members to maintain a diverse and highly qualified student body, faculty, and staff.
• Commit to certifying accurate and timely veterans educational entitlements while striving to maintain a high level of customer service in assisting our students achieve their educational goals.
• Assist students in making the transition from military to academic life by providing them with the access to information, tools and services that they are entitled to receive.
• Provide and continue to expand on-campus military-friendly services and programs.
• Uphold a military student bill of rights and participation in the Service Members Opportunity Colleges.