We at the Texas Tech University Military & Veteran Programs office are the point of contact that assists Service-Members, Veterans, and their dependents in their goals for academic success and professional development.
To begin, Federal benefits managed by the VA entitled to beneficiaries are based on the veteran’s service. Beneficiaries would receive a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) detailing the entitlements of said benefit.
A few federal benefits managed by the VA that Service-members & Veterans can utilize are as follows:
More VA benefit information for Veterans & Service-members can be found here: VA Benefits For Service Members | Veterans Affairs
Benefits that dependents can apply for are as follows:
More VA Benefit information for dependents can be found here: Education And Career Benefits For Family Members | Veterans Affairs
For additional information or to view frequently asked questions regarding military benefits, please visit the Knowledge Base - Military Benefits
Instructions to on requesting your Federal VA Certificate of Eligibility:
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Go to va.gov/education/how-to-apply/
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Scroll down and click the Apply for the specific education benefit you're intending to use, answer the questions and click Apply now.
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On the next page you will be directed to sign in using your preferred method of login (DS Login, ID.me, etc.) to start your application.
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Complete the selection process and submit your application!
After completing the application process, it can take the VA up to 30 DAYS to process your digital application, please be sure to check the status online every 2-3 business days.
Once you have the COE of the benefit you are entitled to, upload it into your Military Benefit Application Portal.
Important Criteria
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The Certificate of Eligibility (COE) must be addressed to the student, have their full name, type of benefit awarded and time remaining for use of said benefit.
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Chapter 33 COE MUST be addressed to the student and be dated within SIX months from the start of the semester.
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A full-page, uploaded screen shot of the entitled benefits, with the student’s full name, type of benefit awarded, and time remaining would suffice for us to verify your benefits.
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We encourage all students to formally request a mailed letter from the VA containing their benefits at least once a semester.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
As of November 10th, 2025, Student Business Services manages all military education benefit applications, questions and/or inquiries. This includes federal military benefits and the Hazlewood Act exemptions.
All processes will now be completed through their office located on the third floor of West Hall.
For questions regarding the processing or implementation of your benefits, including the status of submitted documents, please contact Texas Tech University Student Business Services through the Service Catalog - Military Service or by calling (806) 742-3272. SBS staff have access to your application and supporting documentation and will be able to assist you further.
Official communication is done through TTU Email, the SBS Office will contact you via your TTU email if additional documentation is required.
Students have up to the LAST DAY OF CLASSES to submit their application, please see the Texas Tech Academic Calendar.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT TO ENSURE THEY HAVE SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION & UPLOADED NEEDED DOCUMENTS EACH SEMESTER.
If you need assistance obtaining your COE, please call VA education benefits (Monday – Friday, 8:00am -7:00pm ET) at 1(888) 442-4551 or visit va.gov/education/how-to-apply/. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs Education and Training. The use of military-themed imagery does not constitute endorsement by the U.S. Department of Defense.