Serve. Lead. Achieve.

We are here to support prospective and current student veterans, service members and their families throughout their education journey, from admission to ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ to graduation.

Financial support

Veteran benefits at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ

ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ accepts the following VA education benefits. Learn more here.

  • Chapter 30: Montgomery GI Bill® — Active Duty (MGIB)
  • Chapter 31: Veteran Readiness and Employment
  • Chapter 33: Post-9/11 GI Bill®
    • Yellow Ribbon Program
    • Edith Nourse Rogers STEM Scholarship
  • Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship
  • Chapter 35: Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program
  • Chapter 1606: Montgomery GI Bill® - Selective Reserve (MGIB-SR)

Texas’ Hazelwood benefit cannot be used at ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ as it is only offered through public institutions. 

How to get veteran benefits

  • Apply through the VA: Apply for VA benefits , unless you're applying for Chapter 31: Veteran Readiness and Employment, which requires . The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs determine eligibility.
  • Submit documents to ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ: If the VA determines that you're eligible for benefits, submit the following documents to vabenefits@smu.edu or in-person at the Laura Lee Blanton Building, Suite 100 (open 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m):
  1. Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or a copy of your . Your COE will arrive in the mail after the VA has processed your application. You can request a copy from the VA Hotline at 1-888-442-4551.
  2. Form to Claim VA Education Benefits
  3. Veterans Financial Benefit Form for Student Financial Services 
  4. Yellow Ribbon Program Application — if receiving the Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefit at the 100% eligibility level
  5. Military transcript (only veteran and active-duty service members): Either CCAF (Air Force) or Joint Services Transcript (all other branches)

Admission and enrollment

How do I apply to ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ?

Undergraduate students: Follow the steps here. There's no application fee for undergraduate U.S. military veteran applicants! 

Graduate students: Apply . For more information on programs, click here.

Continuing and Professional Education (CAPE) students: Earn certificates designed to get you ahead in the workforce, ranging from financial planning to digital marketing. This is a great option for those who can't pursue a degree full-time. Contact vetresource@mail.smu.edu or 214-768-1086.

What if I make changes to my enrollment?

You must notify the VA Certifying Official of any enrollment changes during the term. If you drop a course, you will be responsible for repaying any resulting debt to the VA, ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, or both. 

I was called to active-duty service and left ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ. How do I return?

Undergraduate students: If you were called to active-duty service and left ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ in good academic standing, your file remains active for one year. If your service period lasted longer than two regular terms (fall, spring), you must request reactivation by submitting . When you are ready to return to ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ, we suggest you notify the appropriate University departments as soon as possible.

Graduate students: Contact your school of record directly.

Student support and services

ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ is proud to have students who have served their country in the armed services. We are dedicated to your growth and well-being. From academic support to health and wellness services, the ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ family has your back.

ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ has hundreds of student groups, including some that are tailored specifically to veteran students, such as ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ MilVets, Veterans in Business and Veterans Law Association.

More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at .

The GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. 

Compliance with 38 U.S.C. § 3679(f): Find out about 38 U.S.C. § 3679(f) and how ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ complies with its requirements, including cost transparency, educational plans, accreditation, and ethical recruitment.

Contact Us

Call us:
214-768-4348

Email us:
vabenefits@smu.edu

Visit us:
Blanton Student Services Building, Suite 100

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mailing Address:
PO Box 750181
Dallas, TX 75275-0181

Delivery Address:
Blanton Student Services Building, Suite 100
6185 Airline Rd
Dallas, TX 75205


More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at .

Compliance with 38 U.S.C. § 3679(f): Find out about 38 U.S.C. § 3679(f) and how ºù«ÍÞÊÓƵ complies with its requirements, including cost transparency, educational plans, accreditation, and ethical recruitment.

The GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.