For most New Student Inquiries, please refer to the New Student Checklist.
Q: How do I start receiving my GI Bill benefits from the VA?
A: Explore GI Bill benefit information, use the GI Bill Comparison Tool, and apply for education benefits, such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill, here. If you are unsure of which benefits you may be entitled to, please contact the Veterans Success On-Campus Counselor, Alexandra Birmingham, to assist you.
Q: How do I start using my VA Educational Benefits at PSU?
A: Once you have applied and have been accepted to PSU, schedule an orientation to get access to the student myPSU, register for courses, and start getting your courses certified. There is an option to attend a veteran orientation as well. For more information, refer to the New Student Checklist.
Q: Where do I go to get my VA Educational Benefits Certified?
A: The Veteran Certification Office processes veteran educational benefits for PSU. They are located in the lobby of Fariborz Maseeh Hall. Contact by phone at 503-725-8380 or email at vetcert@pdx.edu
Q: What do I need to bring with me when I come in?
A: Your chapter will determine which forms you will need to complete or bring with you.
For more information, check out the Forms and Resources page or contact Veterans Certification
vetcert@pdx.edu.
Q: How is Oregon residency determined?
A: Please refer to the Registrar's Residency page to see the current policy and procedures on determining residency at PSU. Please contact our residency officer if you have any questions in regard to your residency status - askres@pdx.edu
Q: Is there a tuition fee waiver program?
A: Yes, however, it depends on your benefit chapter and residency. The State of Oregon offers additional fee remission programs which can be found here: Veterans Certification Benefits. Additional questions about tuition and fees should be directed to the Veterans Certification Office.
Q: How does Summer Term Registration and benefits work?
A: Per VA regulations, each summer enrollment period is certified separately, and BAH is only available while actively enrolled. You must have at least one in-person course in each enrollment period in order to receive in-person BAH for that period.
For undergraduate students full-time averages 1 credit per week of enrollment. I.e. 4 credit hours per week for four weeks is full time for those four weeks. Or 8 credit hours per week for eight weeks, etc. For any clarification needed on a Summer course schedule reach out to vetcert@pdx.edu as soon as possible to avoid any missing payments.