FUNDING OPTIONS (VA GI Bill)
Fort Hays VA Office POC:
Fort Hays State University
600 Park Street
Hays, Kansas 67601
(800) 628-3478
(785) 628-4408
fax (785) 628-4014
http://www.fhsu.edu/finaid
Some important VA information/telephone numbers:
Visit the VA's WAVE site - click here
GI Bill: toll-free 1-888-442-4551. These folks can verify your eligibility and remaining months of stipend still in your account.
GI Bill Monthly Enrollment/Stipend Verification: toll-free 1-877-823-2378. (Once registered, please call this number once per month, or use the WAVE link provided above.).
Ms. Dixie Balman ()
VA Certifying Official
Fort Hays State University
600 Park Street
Hays, Kansas 67601
(800) 628-3478
(785) 628-4408
fax (785) 628-4014
http://www.fhsu.edu/finaid
Some important VA information/telephone numbers:
Visit the VA's WAVE site - click here
GI Bill: toll-free 1-888-442-4551. These folks can verify your eligibility and remaining months of stipend still in your account.
GI Bill Monthly Enrollment/Stipend Verification: toll-free 1-877-823-2378. (Once registered, please call this number once per month, or use the WAVE link provided above.).
Registrants eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill or the Post 9-11 GI Bill, please follow these instructions:
If you are strictly changing degree programs or institutions, and are already receiving MGIB benefits then use this form: VA Form 22-1995. In block 4A write/or type in one of the following:
If you are using the MGIB for the first time, or are electing to transfer your benefits from Chapter 30 to Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 GI Bill - not recommended for JROTC instructors still eligible for old MGIB...speak with your RTG mentor as to why!) complete and sign your VA Form 22-1990.
Use the online system to both apply and provide your supporting documentation to the VA. This will allow the VA to email you your Certificate of Eligiblity for Chapter 33, the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Also, they will process Chapters 30 and 34 applications faster too.
Students must complete the VA form 22-1990-VON-App online. Additionally, each semester you must complete the FHSU Veteran's class schedule online by Clicking here. If you are utilizing this benefit, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Eligibility, showing your percentage of benefit, to the Financial Assistance Office Veterans Affairs POC, Ms. Dixie Balman. See her email address/fax number on left side of this webpage, and provide it to her via scanned email attachment or fax. The Department of Veterans Affairs estimates 30-60 days for the processing of initial applications.
Students with significant questions about the new Post 9/11 GI Bill, please click on this link: https://gibill.custhelp.com/app/answers/list
FIRST-TIME REGISTRANTS AT FHSU
Click here and follow published FHSU directions at the time of course registration.
IMPORTANT: you will require your course designation(s) for the new semester when you go to the site (i.e. PSY 670, Educational Psychology).
If you are strictly changing degree programs or institutions, and are already receiving MGIB benefits then use this form: VA Form 22-1995. In block 4A write/or type in one of the following:
- the title of the degree you are seeking,
- the certificate you are seeking (Teaching and Learning), or
- 'Degree Major Undecided at this time, pending decision'.
If you are using the MGIB for the first time, or are electing to transfer your benefits from Chapter 30 to Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 GI Bill - not recommended for JROTC instructors still eligible for old MGIB...speak with your RTG mentor as to why!) complete and sign your VA Form 22-1990.
Use the online system to both apply and provide your supporting documentation to the VA. This will allow the VA to email you your Certificate of Eligiblity for Chapter 33, the Post 9/11 GI Bill. Also, they will process Chapters 30 and 34 applications faster too.
RETURNING FHSU MGIB STUDENTS
In subsequent semesters/registrations at FHSU, strictly follow the guidance
provided at the FHSU returning Veterans portion of this link:
Click here
Post-9/11 GI Bill Students:
How do I apply for the Post 9/11 Montgomery GI Bill Chapter 33 educational benefits?Students must complete the VA form 22-1990-VON-App online. Additionally, each semester you must complete the FHSU Veteran's class schedule online by Clicking here. If you are utilizing this benefit, you must submit a copy of your Certificate of Eligibility, showing your percentage of benefit, to the Financial Assistance Office Veterans Affairs POC, Ms. Dixie Balman. See her email address/fax number on left side of this webpage, and provide it to her via scanned email attachment or fax. The Department of Veterans Affairs estimates 30-60 days for the processing of initial applications.
Students with significant questions about the new Post 9/11 GI Bill, please click on this link: https://gibill.custhelp.com/app/answers/list
VocRehab (Chapter 31) Applicants:
Click Here for information on VocRehab.
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