Daniel Webster College Distance Education

Military Education Benefits and Financial Aid

You enjoy many benefits associated with the U.S. Military including help in financing your education.  It is up to you to take full advantage of those benefits.  Here is some help getting you started.

Financial Assistance

The DOD currently allows $4,500 per year in Tuition Assistance for active duty service personnel, although the amount may vary depending on the service branch.  Contact your Education Services Office and see www.dantes.doded.mil for more information. 

For general information on Financial Assistance at Daniel Webster College, including federal loans and grants, CLICK HERE.  The application form and more information on federal financial aid is at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/.

Veterans Education Benefits

Daniel Webster College is approved for veterans educational benefits. The Registrar's Office certifies enrollment dates and courses taken.  You need to supply either VA-form 22-1990 (Application for VA Educational Benefits) or VA-form 22-5495 (Request for Change of Program or Place of Training, and a copy of your DD214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.  The college can supply both forms to you.  The Veterans Administration phone number is 888-442-4551 and the general website for education benefits is www.gibill.va.gov.  Following is a listing of the major programs:

The Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty (MGIB) provides up to 36 months of education benefits for eligible veterans.

If you have served two years of active duty you may be eligible for additional assistance under the Top-Up Program, an amendment to the above Montgomery GI Bill. 

The Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) also provides up to 36 months of education benefits.

The Veterans Education Assistance Program (VEAP) is available to you if you participated in the program.

The Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA) provides up to 45 months of education benefits for those who qualify.

The Vocational Rehabilitation Program for Disabled Veterans may cover tuition, fees and books for qualifying courses.  The payment comes directly to the college, and the student may qualify for a monthly stipend depending on the training status.  To qualify you must meet with a Vocational Rehabilitation Specialist from the VA prior to enrolling.  For more information on the Vocational Rehabilitation Program CLICK HERE.