The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary is an accredited school recognized by the Veterans Administration (VA). Through the VA, entitled Veterans may receive financial assistance for education.

In order to certify students for Veterans Benefits, the Financial Aid Office requires the following documents:

1. VA form DD-214
2. VA form 22-1990 OR 22-1995
3. Certificate of Eligibility (provided by VA after receipt of VA form 22-1990 or 22-1995)
4. Initial Disclosures for Certification of Veterans Benefits to be submitted upon initial certification
5. SBTS Veteran Certification Request Form to be submitted each semester

For specific questions regarding benefits, please contact the VA at 1.888.442.4551, or visit the GI Bill Web Site.

How to Get Started With VA

Veterans are encouraged to apply with the VA using their online application.  This will allow you to submit your application to the VA electronically for the fastest response.  Below are the paper forms that may also be submitted to begin the process: 

• For GI Bill students who have never received benefits:
  http://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/22-1990.pdf
• For GI Bill students who have received benefits at another institution:
  http://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-22-1995-ARE.pdf
• For dependents of veterans who have never received benefits:
  http://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-22-5490-ARE.pdf
• For dependents of veterans who have received benefits at another institution:
  http://www.vba.va.gov/pubs/forms/VBA-22-5495-ARE.pdf

For specific questions regarding benefits, please contact the VA at 1.888.442.4551, or visit the GI Bill Web Site.

Vocational Rehabilitation

Qualifying students should contact their Vocational Rehabilitation counselor who will notify Financial Aid of eligibility. Vocational Rehabilitation students must continue to contact Financial Aid each semester that they intend to use their benefits prior to the close of registration.