RESERVISTS, NATIONAL GUARD & ACTIVE-DUTY SERVICEMEMBERS
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A Guide for Servicemembers
A Guide for Servicemembers
Know Your Benefits
As a military-connected student, you can take advantage of numerous benefits, scholarships and resources. Visit the Department of Veterans Affairs website to learn about your VA education benefits. Explore our resources to discover all that Georgia State and the community have to offer.
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As a military-connected student at Georgia State, you have access to a number of benefits, scholarships and resources. Visit the Department of Veterans Affairs website to learn about your VA education benefits, and find out more about what Georgia State and the community can do to support you.
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Which Type of Applicant are You?
Rolling Admissions
*Note: There is a November 15 deadline for priority consideration for the Honors College and scholarships.
Conditional Acceptance
*Note: Conditional acceptance is a real admissions decision. It means a school believes in you and sees your potential.
Transient
You are enrolled at another college or university but would like to take a few classes elsewhere for credit toward your degree at your home institution.
Non-Traditional
You haven’t been in school in a while and would like to return. It’s been more than five years since you attended high school or completed your last college courses without earning a degree.
Postbaccalaureate
You have already earned a bachelor’s degree but are interested in taking more classes without seeking a degree.
Transfer
You’re enrolled at another college or university but are looking to change schools. You have already completed at least 30 credit hours of college coursework.
High School
You entered the National Guard or Reserves right out of high school. You’ve never been enrolled in a college or university, with the exception of dual enrollment through your high school. You’ve completed fewer than 30 credit hours of college coursework at any institution.
Transient
You are enrolled at another college or university but would like to take a few classes elsewhere for credit toward your degree at your home institution.
Non-Traditional
You haven’t been in school in a while and would like to return. It’s been more than five years since you attended high school or completed your last college courses without earning a degree.
Postbaccalaureate
You have already earned a bachelor’s degree but are interested in taking classes without seeking a degree.
Transfer
You’re enrolled at another college or university but are looking to change schools. You have already completed at least 30 credit hours of college coursework.
High School
You entered the Guard or Reserves right out of high school. You’ve never been enrolled in a college or university, with the exception of dual enrollment through your high school. You’ve completed less than 30 credit hours of college coursework at any institution.
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Occupation: 68J – Medical Logistics Specialist
Rank: Specialist
Occupation: 68J – Medical Logistics Specialist
Steps to Prepare for College
To use your educational benefits, you must first submit an online application to the Department of Veterans Affairs. Visit vets.gov/education/apply/. If you are a prospective student and wish to apply to Georgia State University, visit our Undergraduate Admissions or Graduate Admissions offices. Allow plenty of time to complete the process. It can take up to five to six weeks to complete the process depending on the benefits and financial aid for which are you are applying. Check out the following:
To learn more about the admissions process and requirements for being accepted to Georgia State, review the information on this page or visit the appropriate Georgia State admissions office:
Did you know that Georgia State University waives all mandatory fees for reservists, National Guard and active-duty servicemembers? Just complete the Military Service Verification Form confirming your military service and return it to the Military Outreach Center on your campus.
Current servicemembers are eligible for the same Financial Aid resources as all Georgia State students. Visit Student Financial Services to learn more about the financial support we offer.
As a current servicemember, you may be eligible for additional financial aid and scholarship resources:
Remember, to take advantage of your VA educational benefits, you must gVerify each semester you plan to use your VA benefits to pay for classes.
gVerify Deadlines
SPRING: DECEMBER 1
SUMMER: APRIL 1
FALL: AUGUST 1
Military Outreach Centers, located on all Georgia State campuses, maintain information about campus and community resources and local veteran support services while providing contact and camaraderie with other military and veteran students.
For all non-certification questions and guidance, contact or visit the Military Outreach Center on your campus.
We are here to assist you in balancing military life and student life. We are dedicated to connecting you with the tools and services you need to succeed at Georgia State.
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