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Review the recommended steps on how to use VA benefits at George Mason University.

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Certify Your VA Benefits
Step by Step instructions for VA Beneficiaries
Upload Your COE
The COE is a one-time requirement for each benefit type prior to certification
Submit VRRF
VA benefits certification request system Required every semester and upon any schedule changes. Only courses required on your degree plan can be certified.
Schedule Changes
Schedule changes after the last day to drop with 100% tuition refund will result in a debt to the school and/or the VA.
VMSDEP
Add term to the VMSDEP portal prior to the start of every term
Residency Requirements
Learn Policies for In-state Tuition
Virtual Information Sessions
Learn the basics of benefits at Mason
Section 702 Out of State Tuition Exemption
First semester requirement
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Army Tuition Assistance
The ArmyIgnited 2.0 TA process
Submit TA authorizations
Prospective students must receive approval from an Education Services Officer (ESO) or counselor within your services branch prior to enrolling.
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Upload your COE here!

Mason requires all students to have a certificate of eligibility on file in their student record. Students that have not submitted a COE will not be certified for benefits until a COE is uploaded. This provision aligns with the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018, Section 103.

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         “This institution is approved to offer GI Bill® educational benefits by the Virginia State Approving Agency.”

 ‘‘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."