• MyISU
• ISU A-Z
• Giving To ISU
• Search

Veterans Benefits

Survivors' and Dependents'
Educational Assistance Program (DEA)
(CHAPTER 35)

You may be eligible for this program if you meet the following:

• You are the son, daughter, or spouse of a veteran who is permanently and totally disabled or died as a result of military service.
   
• If you are a son or daughter, you must be between the ages of 18 and 26 (some exceptions apply); marriage does not bar benefits.
   
• You must be degree seeking (have a declared major), or be an Open Preference student, not to exceed two semesters. (Note: For certificates, endorsements, and licensure programs, check with the VA for approval.)
   
• For details and exceptions, visit the Veteran Affairs web site: VA Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA)

NOTE:  If you think you may be eligible for this benefit, you should apply (instructions are listed below). Upon receipt of your application, Veterans Affairs will review your file and notify you regarding your eligibility, typically within 8-10 weeks.

BENEFITS

This program provides up to 45 months of education benefits to eligible applicants.

HOW TO APPLY

NOTE: The federal school code for Indiana State University is 001807.

1. The first step is to complete and submit the Federal Student Aid FAFSA, due by March 10th each year. For instructions (and online application) visit www.fafsa.ed.gov
    
2. Second step is to complete and submit VA Form 22-5490 (Application for Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance). Instructions (and online application) are located on the Veterans Affairs web site.

   Go to VA Form 22-5490
   www.gibill.va.gov/GI_Bill_Info/education_forms.htm

   Forms also can be obtained from the University’s Office of Registration and Records (Parson Hall, room 009).
    
3. You must request that the University complete and submit VA Form 22-1999 (Enrollment Certification) and send all the forms to VA.

CONTACT

For information, assistance--or to schedule an appointment, contact:

Veterans Benefits Coordinator
Indiana State University
218 North Sixth Street
(Erickson Hall--Welcome Center)
Terre Haute, Indiana
1-800-GO-TO-ISU
studentservices@indstate.edu

To help us serve you better, please indicate that you are interested in assistance with veterans benefits when you contact our office.
 
 

Last updated: 18 June 2008