To obtain your military education benefits, you must first apply to the University and then apply for VA benefits.
Applying to UL Lafayette
Complete the online Application for Admission.*
If you earned college credit through the military, be sure to submit your Military Transcript to the UL Lafayette Admissions Office. College credit awarded by any institution must be submitted for evaluation.
*Veterans and military members may qualify for an application fee waiver. Contact us for details.
Applying for VA Benefits
After applying to UL Lafayette, you should then apply for your VA Education Benefits (GI Bill®). If you are applying for other types of military benefits, visit our benefits page for more information.
New Students
- New applicants should first determine their eligibility for benefits.
- Apply for your benefits on the VA education website.
- If you are a spouse or dependent applying for the Post-9/11 GI Bill®, the service member must first request a transfer of benefits before you apply.
Transfer Students
- If you received VA benefits at another school you will need to update your school to the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. Click "manage benefits" on the VA education website.
The VA Regional Office in Muskogee, OK will process your application and notify you by mail.
Please allow at least 30 days for processing. The University is unable to access VA records, so please contact the VA Regional Office at 1-888-442-4551 for questions regarding your application status.