The purpose of SVO is to provide PAU's military veteran students with the resources, support, and advocacy needed to succeed in higher education and following graduation; to provide veteran and non-veteran students with information on veterans' issues, including behavioral health related research and military/veteran cultural concerns; and to link veteran and non-veteran students with the local veteran community through events and volunteering opportunities.
Palo Alto University is committed to providing seamless transitions for students who are recalled for military service and their return to the university after deployment. We will ensure students do not face an academic disadvantage as a result of being called to national or international service. When a student (or family member) receives recall orders to active duty or orders to deploy, the student can withdraw from the university with a 100% refund and without financial penalty.
Palo Alto University is proud to announce its continued support of the military student population through its participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program, a provision of the Post 9/11 GI Bill. This participation covers tuition and fee charges in excess of the annual cap/maximum amount paid by the VA, established for the Post 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33). Each year, when/if the VA pays out the annual cap amount, this agreement states that PAU will financially provide 50% of remaining tuition and fees, and the VA will provide the other 50%. Eligible Veteran/Military PAU student
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There are different HPSP Scholarship programs, each with specific durations, and service commitments. Each military branch has specific requirements to qualify for HPSP. If you are interested in applying or have been awarded an HPSP, please contact PAU Veteran Student Services.
Transfer of Post-9/11 GI Bill® Benefits to Dependents (TEB)
All official transcripts of prior college work must be submitted before the first day of of the first quarter of attendance.
To collect benefits, please submit a copy of your course schedule to the school certifying official each quarter. Keep in mind that it may take 4-6 weeks for payment to arrive so register early!
Post-9/11/ GI Bill® (Chapter 33) and VR&E (Chapter 31)
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Veterans and dependents must begin the process by submitting the appropriate application to the VA. After completion of the online application, print a copy, and submit it to the PAU School Certifying Official(SCO).
As a former or current member of the military, or a dependent or spouse you could be eligible for educational benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). An applicant’s eligibility for benefits is determined by the VA. For information on VA education programs see GI Bill® Comparison Tool or call the Department of Veterans Affairs toll free at 1-888-442-4551.
Palo Alto University is approved to certify eligible students with these benefits listed below.