Benefit Types

Military service offers a tremendous array of educational benefits from various sources.

These programs can assist eligible students with a variety of expenses including tuition, housing, and even tutoring.

Application procedures and policies for determining eligibility will vary. Please review the benefit types below to determine what you may qualify for. You can also learn more about the application and certification processes.

Types of VA Benefits

VA Benefit Chapters

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs administers a variety of education benefit programs.

Learn more about VA Benefit Chapters

Military Tuition Assistance

Military Tuition Assistance is a benefit paid to eligible members of the Armed Services.

Learn more about Military Tuition Assistance (TA)

National Guard Exemption

Members of the Louisiana National Guard may be eligible for the State Tuition Exemption Program (STEP) and the Patriot Scholarship.

Learn more about the National Guard Exemption

State Dependent Exemption

Dependents of certain veterans of the state of Louisiana may be eligible for educational assistance.

Learn more about the State Dependent Exemption

Scholarships

Veterans and active duty service members may be eligible for special scholarships.

Learn more about scholarship opportunities