Military & Veteran Information

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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).

To setup your direct deposit information or the address on your paper checks, you can call the VA at 800-827-1000.

To determine the approximate rate of benefit click here.

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@fanger128.net

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.

If you have a question directly for the VA you may navigate to http://gibill.custhelp.va.gov/.  If you have questions regarding payment, you may call the student hotline at 888-442-4551

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.

If you received a letter from the VA Debt Management Center, it is important that you contact them immediately by calling 800-227-0648

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).

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.

1. Chapter 30: Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD)
2. Chapter 31: Veterans Readiness and Employment (formerly vocational rehabilitation& Employment)
3. Chapter 33: Post 9/11 GI Bill
4. Chapter 35: Survivors and Dependent Assistance
5. Chapter 1606: Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
6. SC National Guard College Assistance Program

Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program (TA)

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@fanger128.net.

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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