FAQ - Veterans Affairs

1. How do I apply for my veterans benefits?
2. When will the Office of Student Financial Aid certify my VA?
3. How do I apply for Hazlewood benefits?
4. How long will my Hazlewood benefits last?
5. Can I receive VA benefits and financial aid at the same time?

1. How do I apply for my veterans benefits?

If you have used VA benefits at another school, you will need:

• A VA Application available at Online Forms & Services
• A change of school form (22-1995)
• A current Candidate Plan of Study (CPS)
• DD-214 (member 4 copy)

If you have never used VA before you will need

• A VA Application available at Online Forms & Services
• Application for VA benefits (22-1990)
• A current CPS
• DD-214 (member 4 copy)

2. When will the Office of Student Financial Aid office certify my VA ?

At the beginning of each semester, we electronically certify veterans who complete all the paperwork and have completed a UHCL Certification Request online.

3. How do I apply for Hazlewood benefits?

To apply for Hazlewood benefits, you must

• Complete a Hazlewood Application available at Online Forms & Services
• Submit a DD-214 (Honorable discharge, Home of Record, and 6 months of service MUST appear on DD-214)
• A letter from VARO stating all VA Benefits have been exhausted (unless you have been out of the military for more than ten years)
• Hazlewood applicants must complete a FAFSA each year

Please note that the census date for each semester is the deadline for applying for Hazlewood.

4. How long will my Hazlewood benefits last?

Hazlewood benefits last for a total of 150 hours.

5. Can I receive VA benefits and financial aid at the same time?

Yes. If you meet the eligibility requirements for both VA and financial aid programs you may receive both.