1.  IS YOUR SCHOOL CERTIFIED?  

• Click here to search, type in your school's name, click on your school's name if/when it appears, and scroll down to the bottom of the page to see the name of the School Certification Officer (SCO).

• Ask the SCO about the pros/cons, eligibility requirements, and necessary steps to complete this process.  You most likely will need a Certificate of Eligibility from the VA.

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2.  Sign in on VA.GOV with a verified account

• The student's account, if over 18 years old, or the parent's account

• Apply for a Certificate of Eligibility.    (This paper form can be used as well).

• Receiving the COE will likely take several weeks.

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3.  For more information on the 5 extra months, see this link Section 4.12

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4.  Contact the VA Education Center with any questions

• Each family has unique situations, and these extra months may not be best for everyone.  

• Once the dependent starts to receive Chapter 35 benefits, they will likely be permanently removed from the monthly disability payments.​​