VA Form 22-1990 (O Application for Education Benefits

APPLICATION FOR VA EDUCATION BENEFITS
(VA FORM 22-1990)

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Use this form to apply for educational assistance under the following benefit programs:
Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) chapter 30 of title 38, U.S.Code
Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) chapter 1606 of title 10, U.S. Code
Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP) chapter 1607 of title 10, U.S. Code
Post-Vietnam Era Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) chapter 32
of title 38, U.S. Code, or section 901 or section 903 of Public Law 96-342

INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS
FOR COMPLETING THE APPLICATION FOR VA EDUCATION BENEFITS
Do not use this form to apply for Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment benefits (chapter 31 of title 38, U.S. Code), Dependents
Educational Assistance benefits (chapter 35 of title 38, U.S. Code), Transfer of Entitlement under the Montgomery GI Bill (chapter
30 of title 38, U.S. Code), or National Call to Service (section 510 of title 10, U.S. Code). These benefits require different application
forms that can be completed on-line and printed at www.va.gov/vaforms or can be obtained from the nearest VA regional office.
They may also be available where you received this application.
INTERNET VERSION AVAILABLE - You may complete and submit this application on-line at www.gibill.va.gov. Click "Apply
On Line" and select the "Education" option. It is important to remember to print the signature page, sign it, date it, and mail it to the
address provided on-line.
VA VOCATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL COUNSELING HELP AVAILABLE - If you need help planning your individual
educational and career goals, VA offers a wide range of counseling services to help you make these decisions. Services include
educational and vocational guidance and such testing as necessary for you to develop a greater understanding of your skills, talents,
and interests. For further information on VA counseling, call VA toll-free at 1-888-GI-BILL-1 (1-888-442-4551) or TDD at (800)
829-4833.
NOTE: The numbers on the instructions match the item numbers on the application. Items not mentioned are self-explanatory.

Part II
ITEM 9A. You may be eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill, also referred to as MGIB or chapter 30, if you served on active duty and
meet certain conditions. NOTE: You do not have to be on active duty to apply for benefits under this program. You must meet any
one of the following conditions (there are additional requirements):
You first entered service on or after July 1, 1985, and you didn’t decline this benefit at your initial entry into service
OR
You entered service (or agreed to delayed entry) before January 1, 1977, and you have educational assistance entitlement remaining
under the Vietnam Era GI Bill (also know as "chapter 34")
OR
You were voluntarily separated under the Voluntary Separation Incentive (VSI) or Special Separation Benefit (SSB) programs and
had your military pay reduced by $1,200
OR
You were involuntarily separated from active duty after February 2, 1991,
OR
You were on active duty and a participant in the Post-Vietnam Era Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program (VEAP) program on or
before October 9, 1996, or you first entered the National Guard under title 32, U.S.Code between July 1, 1985, and November 28,
1989, you elected chapter 30 benefits between October 9, 1996, and October 8, 1997, and you paid $1,200
OR
You were on active duty and eligible for VEAP benefits on October 9, 1996, you elected chapter 30 benefits between November 1,
2000, and October 31, 2001, and you paid $2,700.
ITEM 9B. You may be eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve Educational Assistance Program, also know as
MGIB-SR or chapter 1606, if you are a member of the Selected Reserve and meet certain requirements, including a 6-year
commitment. (The Departments of Defense and Homeland Security determine eligibility for this program.)
To expedite processing, attach a copy of your DD 2384, Selected Reserve Educational Assistance Program (GI BILL) Notice of
Basic Eligibility. This form is also called a "NOBE." Your reserve unit should have issued this notice to you when you became
eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve Educational Assistance Program. If you are unable to locate your copy,
request a duplicate from your reserve unit.

VA FORM
FEB 2008

22-1990

SUPERSEDES VA FORM 22-1990, MAY 2005,
WHICH WILL NOT BE USED.

ITEM 9C. You may be eligible for benefits under the Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP) also known as chapter
1607, if you are a member of the Ready Reserve and were called or ordered to active service to support a contingency operation for at
least 90 consecutive days on or after September 11, 2001. (The Department of Defense and Homeland Security determine eligibility
for this program.)
Attach a copy of any notice of eligibility to this program you have received from your service component. Also, attach a copy of your
orders showing you were called up to active service. If you do not have a copy of your orders, request a duplicate from your unit.
ITEM 9D. You may be eligible for benefits under the Post-Vietnam Era Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program (VEAP), also
known as Chapter 32, if your service began on or after January 1, 1977, and before July 1, 1985, and you contributed to a VEAP
account.
You may be eligible for benefits under the Post-Vietnam Era Non-Contributory Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program, also
known as "Non-Contributory VEAP" or "Section 901" or Section 903", if your service began on or after November 30, 1980, and
before October 1, 1981, and your branch of service paid contributions into your VEAP account.
PART III
ITEM 10A. Self explanatory, except for the following items:
"Vocational Flight Training." You must already have a private pilot’s license. If you are taking an Airline Transport Pilot course, you
must have a valid first-class medical certificate on the date that you enter training. For all other flight courses, you must have a valid
second-class medical certificate on the date that you enter training.
"National Test Reimbursement." You can be reimbursed for the cost of approved tests for admission to, or credit at, institutions of
higher learning.
"Licensing or Certification Test Reimbursement." A licensing test is a test offered by a state, local, or federal agency that is required
by law to practice an occupation. A certification test is a test designed to provide affirmation of an individual’s qualifications in a
specific occupation. Examples include EMT, CPA, MCSE, CCNP, etc.
"Tuition Assistance Top-Up" This benefit is payable only under the Chapter 30 Montgomery GI Bill program. You can receive
benefits to pay you for the difference between what the military pays with Tuition Assistance (TA) and the total costs of these
courses.
PART VIII
QUESTIONS ARE ONLY FOR APPLICANTS WHOSE SERVICE BEGAN BEFORE JANUARY 1, 1977, (or delayed entry before
January 2, 1978). If you are currently married or if you have children under age 18 (under age 23 if in school), you should complete
and return VA Form 21-686c. If your children are in school, you should also complete and return VA Form 21-674 for each child. If
your parent(s) are dependent on you for financial support, you should complete and return VA Form 21-509. These forms may
require additional documentation. VA cannot pay any additional benefits for dependents without properly completed forms and
documentation. You can find VA forms 21-686c, 21-674, and 21-509 on-line at www.va.gov/vaforms.
ADDITIONAL HELP
If you need more help in completing this application, call VA TOLL FREE at 1-888-GI-BILL-1 (1-888-442-4551). If you are hearing
impaired, call us toll-free at 1-800-829-4833. You can also get education assistance after normal business hours at our education
Internet site www.gibill.va.gov.
HOW TO FILE YOUR CLAIM
Be sure to sign and date the application and do the following:
(A) If you have selected a school or training establishment:
Step 1: Mail the completed application to the VA Regional Processing Office for the region of that school’s physical address. See
next page for the addresses of these VA Regional Processing Offices.
Step 2: Tell the veterans certifying official at your school or training establishment that you have applied for VA education benefits.
Ask him or her to send your enrollment information using VA Form 22-1999, Enrollment Certification, or its electronic version.
Step 3: Wait for VA to process your application and notify you of its decision concerning your eligibility for education benefits.
(B) If you haven’t selected a school or training establishment:
Step 1: Mail the completed application to the VA Regional Processing Office for the region of your home address. See next page for
the addresses of these VA Regional Processing Offices.
Step 2: Wait for VA to process your application and notify you of its decision concerning your eligibility for education benefits.

Eastern Region:
VA Regional Office
P. O. Box 4616
Buffalo, NY 14240-4616
Serves the following states:
CT
MD
NY
VT

DE
MA
OH
VA

DC
NH
PA
WV

ME
NJ
RI
Foreign Schools

IL
MI
NE
WI

IN
MN
ND
WY

AZ
LA
OR
WA

CA
NM
PHILIPPINES
GUAM

Central Region:
VA Regional Office
P. O. Box 66830
St. Louis, MO 63166-6830
Serves the following states:
CO
KS
MO
SD

IA
KY
MT
TN
Western Region:
VA Regional Office
P. O. Box 8888
Muskogee, OK 74402-8888
Serves the following states:

AK
HI
NV
TX

AR
ID
OK
UT
APO/FPO AP
Southern Region:
VA Regional Office
P. O. Box 100022
Decatur, GA 30031-7022

Serves the following states:
AL
NC

FL
PR

GA
SC

MS
US Virgin Islands

APO/FPO AA

Privacy Act Notice: The VA will not disclose information collected on this form to any source other than what has been authorized under the Privacy Act of 1974 or title 38,
Code of Federal Regulations, section 1.526 for routine uses (e.g., VA sends educational forms or letters with a veteran’s identifying information to the veteran’s school or
training establishment to (1) assist the veteran in the completion of claims forms or (2) for the VA to obtain further information as may be necessary from the school for the VA
to properly process the veteran’s education claim or to monitor his or her progress during training) as identified in the VA system of records, 58VA21/22/28, Compensation,
Pension, Education and Vocational Rehabilitation Records - VA, and published in the Federal Register. Your obligation to respond is required to obtain or retain education
benefits. Giving us your SSN account information is voluntary. Refusal to provide your SSN by itself will not result in the denial of benefits. The VA will not deny an individual
benefits for refusing to provide his or her SSN unless the disclosure of the SSN is required by a Federal Statute of law enacted before January 1, 1975, and still in effect. The
requested information is considered relevant and necessary to determine the maximum benefits under the law. While you do not have to respond, VA cannot process your
claim for education assistance unless the information is furnished as required by existing law (38 U.S.C. 3471). The responses you submit are considered confidential (38
U.S.C. 5701). Any information provided by applicants, recipients, and others may be subject to verification through computer matching programs with other agencies.

Respondent Burden: We need this information to determine your eligibility for education benefits (38 U.S.C. 3471). Title 38, United States Code, allows us to ask for this
information. We estimate that you will need an average of 15 minutes to review the instructions, find the information, and complete this form. VA cannot conduct or sponsor a
collection of information unless a valid OMB (Office of Management and Budget) control number is displayed. You are not required to respond to a collection of information if
this number is not displayed. Valid OMB control numbers can be located on the OMB Internet Page at www.whitehouse.gov/omb/library/OMBINV.VA.EPA.html#VA. If
desired, you can call 1-800-827-1000 to get information on where to send comments or suggestions about this form.

OMB Control No. 2900-0154
Respondent Burden: 15 minutes

APPLICATION FOR VA EDUCATION BENEFITS
(See attached Information and Instructions)

INTERNET VERSION AVAILABLE - You may complete and send your application over the Internet at: www.gibill.va.gov

PART I - APPLICANT INFORMATION
1. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OF APPLICANT

2. SEX OF APPLICANT

MALE

3. APPLICANT’S DATE OF BIRTH
Month
Day

Year

FEMALE

4. NAME (First, Middle Initial, Last)

5. APPLICANT’S ADDRESS

Number and Street

Apt./Unit Number

City, State, ZIP Code
6A. APPLICANT’S TELEPHONE NUMBERS (Include Area Code)
Primary:

Secondary:

6B. APPLICANT’S E-MAIL ADDRESS (If applicable)

7. DIRECT DEPOSIT (Attach a voided personal check or provide the following information. Direct Deposit is not available for VEAP)

Routing or Transit Number

Account Number

Account Type
Checking

Savings

8. PLEASE PROVIDE THE NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE NUMBER OF SOMEONE WHO WILL ALWAYS KNOW WHERE YOU CAN BE REACHED

A. NAME

B. ADDRESS

C. PHONE NUMBER

PART II - EDUCATION BENEFIT BEING APPLIED FOR
See instructions for benefit eligibility criteria
9A. Chapter 30 - Montgomery GI Bill Educational Assistance Program (MGIB)
9B. Chapter 1606 - Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve Educational Assistance Program (MGIB-SR)
9C. Chapter 1607 - Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP)
9D. Chapter 32, Section 901, or Section 903 - Post-Vietnam Era Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
(Check, if applicable)
If during the review made by VA I am found to be eligible for more than one benefit, I authorize VA to pay the benefit
with the the highest monthly rate.

PART III - TYPE AND PROGRAM OF EDUCATION OR TRAINING
10A. TYPE OF EDUCATION OR TRAINING (See instructions for additional information)
COLLEGE OR OTHER SCHOOL (Including on-line courses)

APPRENTICESHIP OR ON-THE-JOB

VOCATIONAL FLIGHT TRAINING

CORRESPONDENCE

NATIONAL TEST REIMBURSEMENT (SAT, CLEP, ETC.)

TUITION ASSISTANCE TOP-UP
(Chapter 30 only)

VA DATE STAMP
(Do Not Write In This Space)

LICENSING OR CERTIFICATION TEST REIMBURSEMENT
(MCSE, CCNA, EMT, NCLEX, ETC.)

VA FORM
FEB 2008

22-1990

SUPERSEDES VA FORM 22-1990, MAY 2005,
WHICH WILL NOT BE USED.

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10B. PROVIDE THE FULL NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE SCHOOL, IF KNOWN (Skip this item if you are only applying for National Test Reimbursement, Licensing
and Certification Test Reimbursement, or Tuition Assistance Top-Up)

10C. PLEASE SPECIFY YOUR EDUCATIONAL OR CAREER OBJECTIVE, IF KNOWN (e.g. Bachelor of Arts in Accounting, welding certificate, police officer, etc.)

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PART IV - SERVICE INFORMATION

NOTE: It will help VA process your claim if you send the following:
DD Form 214 (Member 4) for all periods of active duty service (excluding active duty for training)
DD Form 2384, Notice of Basic Eligibility (NOBE) if applying for Chapter 1606
Copies of orders if activated from the guard/reserves

11. ARE YOU NOW ON ACTIVE DUTY? (Do not check "Yes" if you are currently on drilling status in the the Selected Reserve, or if you
are on active duty for training)
YES
NO
12. ARE YOU NOW ON TERMINAL LEAVE JUST BEFORE DISCHARGE?

YES

NO

(Please provide a copy of your DD Form 214 (Member 4) when issued)
13. PLEASE COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING FOR EACH PERIOD OF MILITARY SERVICE

A. DATE ENTERED

B. DATE SEPARATED

C. SERVICE COMPONENT (USN,
USAF, USAR, ARNG, ETC.)

9/26/2000

9/24/2004

USMC

1/18/2005

8/14/2007

8/15/2007

Present

D. SERVICE STATUS (Active duty,
drilling reservist, IRR, etc.)

(EXAMPLE)

E. WERE YOU INVOLUNTARILY CALLED TO
ACTIVE DUTY FOR THIS PERIOD?

ACTIVE DUTY

NO

USMCR

DRILLING

N/A

USMC

ACTIVE DUTY

YES

PART V - EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION
14A. DID YOU RECEIVE A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR HIGH SCHOOL
EQUIVALENCY CERTIFICATE? (If "Yes" provide date)
YES

DATE:

NO

14B. DO YOU HOLD ANY FAA FLIGHT CERTIFICATES? (If "Yes, specify each
certificate in Part IX, Remarks)
YES

NO

14C. EDUCATION AFTER HIGH SCHOOL (Including apprenticeship, on-the-job training, and flight training)
NAME AND LOCATION OF
COLLEGE OR OTHER
TRAINING PROVIDER

DATES OF TRAINING
FROM

TO

NUMBER AND TYPE OF DEGREE, DIPLOMA,
HOURS ( Semester,
OR CERTIFICATE MAJOR FIELD OR COURSE OF STUDY
Quarter, or Clock)
RECEIVED

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14D. EMPLOYMENT (Only complete if you held a license or journeyman rating to practice a profession)
EMPLOYMENT

PRINCIPAL OCCUPATION

NUMBERS OF MONTHS WORKED

LICENSE OR RATING

BEFORE MILITARY SERVICE

AFTER MILITARY SERVICE

PART VI - ENTITLEMENT TO AND USAGE OF ADDITIONAL TYPES OF ASSISTANCE
15. DID YOU MAKE ADDITIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS (UP TO $600.00) TO INCREASE THE AMOUNT OF YOUR MONTHLY
BENEFITS? IF "YES," IT WILL HELP VA PROCESS YOUR CLAIM IF YOU SUBMIT ANY EVIDENCE YOU HAVE TO
SUPPORT YOUR CLAIM (e.g., cash collection voucher, leave and earnings statement(s), receipt voucher, etc.)
16. DO YOU QUALIFY FOR A KICKER (sometimes called a "College Fund") BASED ON YOUR MILITARY SERVICE?
(Kickers are additional amounts contributed by DOD to an education fund). If you qualify for a kicker, it will help
VA process your claim if you submit a copy of the kicker contract. Reserve kicker contracts must include the
amount and effective date
17. IF YOU GRADUATED FROM A MILITARY SERVICE ACADEMY, SPECIFY THE YEAR YOU GRADUATED AND
RECEIVED YOUR COMMISSION
18. WERE YOU COMMISSIONED AS THE RESULT OF A SENIOR ROTC (Reserve Officers Training Corps)
SCHOLARSHIP? If you received your commission through a non-scholarship program, check "No." If
"Yes," provide the date of your commission and the amount of your scholarship for each school year you
were in the Senior ROTC program. Don’t report your monthly subsistence allowance (stipend).

YES

NO

ACTIVE DUTY KICKER
YES

NO

RESERVE KICKER
YES
Graduation Year

YES

NO

NO

Scholarship Amounts:
Date of Commission
Year:

Amount:

Year:

Amount:

Year:

Amount:

Year:

Amount:

Year:

Amount:

19. ARE YOU CURRENTLY PARTICIPATING IN A SENIOR ROTC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM THAT PAYS FOR YOUR
TUITION, FEES, BOOKS AND SUPPLIES UNDER SECTION 2107 OF TITLE 10, U.S. CODE?

YES

NO

20. IF YOU HAD A PERIOD OF ACTIVE DUTY THAT THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE COUNTS FOR PURPOSES OF
REPAYING AN EDUCATION LOAN, CHECK "YES". SHOW THE PERIOD OF ACTIVE DUTY THAT THE MILITARY
CONSIDERS AS BEING USED FOR THE PURPOSES OF REPAYING THIS EDUCATION LOAN IN PART IX "REMARKS".

YES

NO

21. FOR ACTIVE DUTY CLAIMANTS ONLY: ARE YOU RECEIVING, OR DO YOU ANTICIPATE RECEIVING, ANY MONEY
(INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO FEDERAL TUITION ASSISTANCE) FROM THE ARMED FORCES OR PUBLIC
HEALTH SERVICE FOR THE COURSE FOR WHICH YOU HAVE APPLIED TO THE VA FOR EDUCATION BENEFITS?
IF YOU RECEIVE SUCH BENEFITS DURING ANY PART OF YOUR TRAINING, CHECK "YES." NOTE: IF YOU ARE
ONLY APPLYING FOR TUITION ASSISTANCE TOP-UP, CHECK NO IN THIS ITEM.

YES

NO

22. FOR CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES OF THE U.S. GOVERNMENT ONLY: ARE YOU RECEIVING, OR DO YOU ANTICIPATE
RECEIVING, ANY MONEY (INCLUDING BY NOT LIMITED TO THE GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES TRAINING ACT)
FROM YOUR AGENCY FOR THE SAME PERIOD FOR WHICH YOU HAVE APPLIED TO THE VA FOR EDUCATION
BENEFITS? IF YOU WILL RECEIVE SUCH BENEFITS DURING ANY PART OF YOUR TRAINING, CHECK "YES."

YES

NO

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PART VII - INFORMATION ON VA EDUCATION BENEFITS
NOTE: The most current information on VA education benefits is available online at www.gibill.va.gov
If you would like to receive a printed pamphlet check here.
PART VIII - MARITAL AND DEPENDENCY STATUS
NOTE : Only complete this section if you have military service before January 1, 1977 (or delayed entry before January 2, 1978). See instructions.
22. ARE YOU MARRIED?
YES
NO
23. DO YOU HAVE ANY CHILDREN WHO ARE UNDER AGE 18, OR OVER 18 BUT UNDER AGE 23, NOT MARRIED AND ATTENDING SCHOOL, OR OF
ANY AGE PERMANENTLY HELPLESS FOR MENTAL OR PHYSICAL REASONS?

YES
NO
24. DO YOU HAVE A PARENT WHO IS DEPENDENT UPON YOU FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT?
YES

NO

PART IX - REMARKS
(If more space is needed, please attach a separate sheet of paper. Be sure to include your name and social security number on each sheet)

APPLICATION SUBMISSION REMINDERS
Did you remember to ........

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Write your social security number on each page?
Write your complete mailing address?
Attach all supporting documents (e.g. voided check, orders, DD214, kicker contract, NOBE, cash
collection voucher, etc.)?

IF SO, PLEASE SIGN AND DATE THE APPLICATION BELOW
PART X - CERTIFICATION AND SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT
I CERTIFY THAT all statements in my application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. If on active duty, I also certify
that I have consulted with an Education Service Officer (ESO) regarding my education program.
PENALTY - Willful false statements as to a material fact in a claim for education benefits is a punishable offense and may result in the
forfeiture of these or other benefits and in criminal penalties.
25A. SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT (DO NOT PRINT)

25B. DATE SIGNED

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