Military Benefits
Baker is one of America’s top military-friendly colleges and universities according to Military Advanced Education magazine and Military Friendly Schools.
Admissions & Veterans Specialist
Registrar's Office
Veterans Education Benefits
A Military-Friendly University
Baker is one of America’s top military-friendly colleges and universities according to Military Advanced Education magazine and by Military Friendly Schools.
Programs
The VA certifying official serves students using VA education benefits through the following programs in conjunction with their enrollment at Baker University:
- Post 9/11 GI Bill® (CH.33)
- Montgomery GI Bill® – Active Duty (CH.30)
- Montgomery GI Bill® – Selected Reserve (Ch. 1606)
- Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance (CH. 35)
- VA Vocational Rehabilitation (CH. 31)
Find out which program is best for you.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
Eligibility & Rate of Pursuit
- Baker University does not determine your eligibility; VA officials determine the type and amount of benefits for which you may qualify.
- Baker University does not determine the rate of pursuit for undergraduate students; VA officials do.
- Baker University does, however, determine the rate of pursuit for graduate students based on VA-approved calculations. For an estimate of what your rate of pursuit will be, enter the dates of your nonstandard terms in this credit hour equivalency form.
Enrollment & Certification
To use your VA education benefits, you must first enroll in courses at Baker University and then be certified by the VA certifying official.
Follow the steps below that apply to you:
New or Transfer Students
Students Using CH. 30 or CH. 1606
Students Who Have Changed Their Schedule
Students Who Receive VA Education Benefit Payments
College Financing Plan for Students Eligible for Military Benefits
The College Financing Plan is a standardized financial aid form for all colleges and universities (provided by the U.S. Department of Education) to assist in making aid and cost comparisons for multiple schools simple and easy to read.
The form is available to all students who are service members, veterans, military spouses, and other military family members covered by Executive Order 13607. The form will be emailed to students once they have been accepted and have a package with a cost of attendance and aid for a particular academic year.
Plan Examples
Net Price Calculator
Discounts and exemptions are not listed as potential aid on the College Financing Plan. Use the Net Price Calculator for a more detailed and accurate calculation that includes additional institutional, state, and outside aid.
Included on the Plan
- Estimated cost of attendance (tuition and fees, housing and meals, books and supplies, transportation, and other education costs)
- Student aid index (determined by the Free Application for Federal Student Aid [FAFSA] submission)
- Total grants and scholarships (grants and scholarships from Baker University, Federal Pell Grant, grants from your state, and other scholarships you can use)
- Net cost (cost of attendance minus total grants and scholarships)
- VA education benefits (available to eligible students)
- Work options (work-study: federal, state, or institutional)
- Loan options (Federal Direct Subsidized Loan, Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loan)
- Other options (payment plan options, military or national service benefits, Parent or Grad PLUS Loans, nonfederal private education loans)
- Glossary of terms
- Financial Aid Office contact information and customized information from Baker University
Other Military & Veteran Funding Sources
Outside Scholarships & Financial Aid
Military Discount | See If Your Program Qualifies
Baker University offers a tuition discount to students enrolled in these degree programs: Associate of Arts in Business, Bachelor of Business Administration, Bachelor of Science (Criminal Justice, Psychology, Interdisciplinary Studies), Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership, Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Sport Management, Master of Science in Nursing.
Active Duty, Reserves, or National Guard Flat Tuition
Students who are active duty, in the Reserves or National Guard can qualify for a flat tuition rate of $250 per credit hour.
- Submit a copy of current orders or a letter from a commanding officer verifying status to the VA certifying official.
Information for Spouses
Spouses of service members who are active duty, in the Reserves or National Guard can qualify for a 25% reduction of the standard tuition rate.
- Submit a copy of the spouse’s current orders or a letter from a commanding officer verifying status to the VA certifying official.
Tuition Assistance
If you are using tuition assistance through the military, you must submit an approved TA authorization form to your Baker University accounting representative on or before the payment deadline for each course.
If your education service officer requests a signed program plan of study, contact the VA certifying official to obtain this document: academicrecords@bakerU.edu.
Each branch of service has its own rules and methods of applying for tuition assistance. Before enrolling in classes, speak with your Education Services Officer (ESO) or specific unit about TA and for application assistance.
- Contact the Kansas National Guard ESO.
- Army: Your Ed Center contact info is in ArmyIgnitED. Log in and look on the right side.
- Marines: Contact your Voluntary Education Center.
Army Benefits
Air Force Benefits
Navy Benefits
Marine Corps Benefits
Coast Guard Benefits
Prior Military Training Credit
We accept American Council on Education (ACE) credit recommendations for military education and training offered by the military service branches. The first step is to get an official transcript of your military training. In the event that you do not qualify for a transcript, we can evaluate your military records for possible credit.
Where should I send official copies of military transcripts or military training documentation?
How do I get my Army, Coast Guard, Marine, or Navy transcript?
What if I don’t qualify for a transcript?
VA Resources
- Answers to questions about your VA education benefits | GI Bill® website or 1.888.442.4551
- Verify your attendance online or call 1.877.823.2378
- Sign up or change your direct deposit information | 1.877.838.2778
- VA Debt Management Center | 1.800.827.0648
