Using your VA Education Benefits

Step 1. Apply for VA Education Benefits

• Apply at VA.gov
• You must have an ID.me or DS Login account

Required Forms

Select the correct application based on your benefit type:

Post 9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33), Montgomery GI Bill® (Chapter 30), &  the Montgomery GI Bill(R) Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)

• Veterans
  VA Form 22-1990
• Veterans applying for additional entitlement under the Rudisill Review
  VA Form 22-1995
• Dependents using Transfer of Benefit
  VA Form 22-1990e

Dependents Education Assistance (Chapter 35)

• VA Form 22-5490

Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E, Chapter 31): 

• VRE Form 28-1900

Step 2. Gather Required Information

Have the following ready before starting your application:

• Servicemember name and SSN if using transferred benefits
• Current address and contact information
• One email address for all VA communication
• Opt in to VA text messaging when prompted
• Bank account information for direct deposit

Step 3. What Happens After You Apply

• The VA application takes about 15 minutes to complete.
• You will receive a decision letter by mail within approximately 30 business days. This is your Certificate of Eligibility.
• Students utilizing Chapter 33 and Chapter 35 must verify their enrollment monthly to receive their housing stipend. 

Step 4. Submit Documents to PLNU
You will receive a Workday Action Item with instructions to submit all required documentation. 

• Upload your Certificate of Eligibility through Workday.
• PLNU VA Student Contract
• VA Certification Request Form
• PLNU VA Parent Letter