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Education Benefits for Military-Connected Students: GI Bill® and other VA Benefits, Hazlewood Act Exemption, and Tuition Assistance

Veterans and military-connected students have access to several educational benefits, including the GI Bill®, Hazlewood Act, and Military Tuition Assistance, to help cover the cost of their education.

The GI Bill® is a federal benefit provided by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), offering a variety of education benefits to eligible veterans, service members, and their families. For more information, visit the official VA website.

The Hazlewood Act, a state benefit available in Texas, provides qualified veterans, spouses, and dependent children with up to 150 hours of tuition exemption at public institutions of higher education in Texas, though it does not cover living expenses, books, or certain fees.

Additionally, military students planning to utilize Department of Defense (DoD) Tuition Assistance must consult with their Educational Services Officer (ESO) or counselor within their service before enrolling at TTUHSC. TTUHSC will assist with providing necessary enrollment, grade, and billing information to the appropriate education offices as required by military regulations. To learn more and how to apply for each benefit, read below.

GI Bill Benefits: Coverage for Tests, Training, and Credit Review for VA Students

 

Reimbursement for Tests & Trainings

The GI Bill covers more than just tuition. You can use part of your entitlement to cover the cost of certain tests and or training courses. Visit VA Benefits to find out what types of tests can be reimbursed.

You can also call Veterans Affairs at 888.442.4551.

Credit for Previous Training for Students Receiving VA Benefits

(Title 38 Code of Federal Regulations 21.4253(d)(3) and 21.4254(c)(4))

Students receiving VA education benefits are required to have all prior credit reviewed by the school, with credit awarded where applicable. This review includes all credits from military service as well as all post-secondary institutions previously attended.

The school is responsible for obtaining copies of all post-secondary and military transcripts for all veteran students receiving or requesting to receive VA education benefits. This requirement applies to all approved programs of study offered by the school.

Important Note: All students, even if they are not requesting VA benefits, should have all official transcripts sent to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) for evaluation.

Official transcripts can be requested to be electronically delivered to TTUHSC for free on the Joint Services Transcript website or Community College of the Air Force website.

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Veteran & Military Services

Phone: 806.743.7549
Email: Veteran&MilitaryServices@ttuhsc.edu