Financial Aid for Veterans
Veterans, learn about:
- Applying for aid
- Reporting income and benefits
- Benefits for your dependents
- Scholarships for Veterans
- Active military service and education loan deferment
Who is a veteran of the U. S. armed forces?
You are a veteran for financial aid purposes and are not required to provide your parents’ information on the FAFSA if you:
- Are currently serving or have engaged in active duty in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard
- Are a National Guard or Reserve enlistee who was called to federal active duty for purposes other than training
- Were a cadet or midshipman at one of the service academies (example: West Point)
- Were released from service under a condition other than dishonorable
- Are not now a veteran but will be by June 30 before the academic year for which you are applying
Helpful links
For additional information, visit the following websites: