Military BenefitsVeterans

Concordia University offers veterans seeking a military or civilian career the benefits and support for your education goals.

• Yellow Ribbon Program: Supplement the cost of your tuition with Yellow Ribbon benefits and earn the degree you need to take your career further.
• Military Service Scholarships: Veterans and their spouses are eligible for a $2,000 military service scholarship to apply to Concordia University’s undergraduate or graduate programs.
• Ability to Maximize Military Credits: Transfer up to 32 military credits to apply toward your bachelor’s degree at Concordia University.

Veterans Resource Center

Concordia University provides veterans with an on-campus resource to help you maximize your benefits for higher education. The Veterans Resource Center will help you begin the admission application process, apply for benefits and learn what resources are available to you as a student at Concordia University.

• Find the Degree Program That is Right for You: Concordia University offers a broad range of online and traditional undergraduate and graduate degree programs to meet your education and career goals. Work with Concordia representatives to select a program and apply for admissions.
• Earn Military Credits: Turn your years of service into college credits. Concordia University will transfer up to 32 credits from military service that you can apply to your bachelor’s degree.
• One-on-One Support: Schedule a meeting with Hanou Yang for one- on-one support in identifying and obtaining your military benefits. Contact yang@csp.edu or call (651) 641-8865 to schedule an appointment.

Location: Meyer Hall 118
Hours: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., M-F
Call (651) 641-8757 or email knewton@csp.edu to schedule an appointment.

Minnesota Veterans GI Bill® Eligibility

Do you have Minnesota veterans’ GI Bill® eligibility?

• The Minnesota GI Bill® is intended for Minnesota residents and active-duty personnel stationed in Minnesota, who have served after September 11, 2001.
• Check your eligibility and apply online.
• You are required to apply for financial aid in order to receive the MN GI Bill®. Please apply for Federal Financial Aid if you have not already done so.

Once you’ve been accepted to Concordia University, your point of contact for Minnesota GI Bill® eligibility requirements and information will be Hanou Yang. You may contact Hanou at 651-641-8865 or yang@csp.edu. Hanou will process your paperwork so that you may receive payment from the state.

Note: The Minnesota GI Bill® is administered through the Financial Aid Office, not the VA. If you are eligible and complete the application, payment will be sent directly to your financial aid account.

Veterans’ Post-9/11 GI Bill® Eligibility (Yellow Ribbon Program)

Eligible veterans of the U.S. armed forces receiving full Chapter 33 benefits may earn an undergraduate or graduate degree tuition-free from Concordia University, St. Paul. Housing and other fees still apply.

To determine your veteran’s Post-9/11 GI Bill® eligibility or for more information, visit the GI Bill® website.

If you are eligible for either the Chapter 30 or Chapter 33, you will need to determine which GI Bill® is more beneficial for you. If you choose to convert your Chapter 30 to Chapter 33, according to VA Policy that decision is irrevocable. Compare your benefits under both GI Bill® systems and be sure you make an educated decision.

To determine your Post-9/11 GI Bill® eligibility or for more information in this process, please contact Hanou Yang, Concordia’s Coordinator of Military Services, at 6516418865 or yang@csp.edu.

Discounts

Eligible veterans of the U.S. armed forces receiving full Chapter 33 benefits may earn an undergraduate or graduate degree tuition-free from Concordia University, St. Paul through the Post-9/11 GI Bill® and other veterans’ tuition assistance programs. Housing and other fees still apply.

Veterans’ Military Scholarship

Veterans not enrolled in the Yellow Ribbon Program or the Vocational Rehabilitation Program are eligible for a $2,000 veteran’s military scholarship, which may be applied to adult undergraduate and graduate programs. A copy of a DD214 or military ID can be used for proof or service.

Students receiving the $250 undergraduate/$350 graduate credit hour tuition discount are not eligible for this additional scholarship.

Submit Training for College Credit

You may transfer up to 32 military credits to apply toward your bachelor’s degree at Concordia. College credits for veterans may be transferred for physical education, math, natural science, oral communication, and any technical or elective subjects. Additional credits may be earned through CLEP, DANTES or a civilian work experience portfolio, or may be transferred from other institutions.

In order for Concordia to convert your experience into college credit, you must submit a copy of your military training and work records, which you may request at the links below:

• Army
• Navy and Marines
• Air Force

Veteran Withdrawal Policy

Students have three courses of action if they are called to active duty or have a change in military assignment, prohibiting them from completing a course:

1.  The student may request to drop the course without record. The course will not appear on the student’s transcript, and all tuition and fees associated with the course will be refunded. The student is eligible to re-register for the course at any time without penalty.

2.  If, in the opinion of the faculty member teaching the course, the student has completed sufficient work and has demonstrated sufficient progress toward meeting course requirements, the student may receive a grade and full credit for the course.

3.  If the student has not completed enough coursework to be given a full grade, he or she may choose to receive an “incomplete” grade. The student will have 90 days to complete the coursework upon being released from active duty. If the student is unable to complete the necessary coursework within 90 days, he or she will be dropped from the course automatically, as outlined in section 1.

Any refunds of tuition, room, board and fees are subject to the requirements of the state or federal financial aid programs of origination.

(In accordance with Minnesota Statutes 192.502 Protections)