Dependent's & Survivor's Educational Assistance Program
Dependents and Survivors Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)
Chapter 35 provides education benefits to eligible dependents and survivors of veterans.
- Monthly education benefit payments
- Can be used for tuition, fees, and other education-related expenses
- Eligible for degree programs, certificates, and training
- Must be a spouse or dependent of a qualifying veteran
- Veteran must be permanently disabled due to a service-related condition, missing in action, or deceased from service-related causes
- Must meet VA eligibility guidelines
First-Time Users:
Apply online at and complete VA Form 22-5490 (Application for Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance) to receive your Certificate or Letter of Eligibility.
Returning Users:
If you have previously used VA education benefits, complete VA Form 22-1995 (Change of Program or Place of Training) at to receive an updated Certificate of Eligibility.
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Submit the following items to the 91勛圖厙 Financial Aid Office:
- Certificate of Eligibility
- Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges or universities
- VA Request for Certification Form
- VA Degree Plan
Degree plans are completed by your 91勛圖厙 advisor.