General Information
The Office of the Registrar wants to assist veterans and their
dependents in utilizing their education benefits.
If you have questions about applying for benefits, come to the
Registrar's Office at 146 Silas H. Hunt Hall, Monday - Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., and ask to speak to the
Veterans Certifying Officer.
You may also contact us by phone, (479) 575-5454, or via email.
The Department of Veterans Affairs and the Veterans Certifying Official at the University of Arkansas closely monitor each veteran student's enrollment status and academic program. Attendance is a MUST for veteran students.
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How do I get started?
You must first be accepted to attend the University of Arkansas.
Click here for Admissions information.
Once you are admitted, you must come by the Registrar's Office at 146 Silas H. Hunt Hall, Monday - Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to fill out the necessary VA form to request education benefits.
What is Priority Registration and what are the advantages to me as a student receiving VA education benefits?
Priority Registration is the opportunity to register
for the next term based upon student groups by current class standing. The Schedule
of Classes, registration information, definitions and checklist are available here.
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What is the certification to the Veteran's
Administration based upon?
The veteran/dependent's certification is based upon the number
of required credit hours for which the student is enrolled.
When may I add or drop a class?
You may add or drop a class ONLY during specified drop/add periods. See
the Semester Calendar for this
semester's deadlines. Remember that the class added must be required for completion of
your selected degree.
How do I receive my check at my new address?
Simply complete the "VA Form 572 Change of Address" at the
Registrar's Office or call 1-888-442-4551.
Am I eligible for direct deposit?
This depends on the chapter under which you collect benefits. Chapters 30
and 1606 are eligible. Click here for
details on signing up for direct deposit.
How do I know how many months of entitlement I have
left?
The Registrar's Office does not have this information. You must contact the Department of Veterans Affairs Regional Office (1-888-442-4551).
What if I get orders to deploy after I have registered and/or started classes?
There are options available to you in the event you are called to active duty/deployment after having registered or once the term begins. Please contact Student Accounts at 575-5651 for more infomation about the documentation you will need to provide. A copy of your orders will be needed.
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The toll free phone number for the VA Regional Office in Muskogee is 1-888-442-4551.
The VA also has a user-friendly website accessible at GI
Bill Web Site .
The House Committee on Veterans Affairs also has a Veterans'
Information web page that gives you all the new information concerning Veterans Affairs. Email the Veterans
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