VETERAN TOOLS
Program or Service / Department of Education
FAFSA and Federal Student Aid
Use the FAFSA to apply for federal grants, work-study, and student loans.
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Know before you go
The application is free. Account and aid eligibility requirements apply; check the current form’s rules for veteran independent-student status.
Your next steps
- Check the current program details. Follow the provider link above for service area, requirements, costs, and the current way to get started.
- Confirm the fit. Ask the provider about anything that’s unclear for your situation, including local availability and any documents needed.
- Keep the next action clear. Follow the provider’s intake or application steps, and save any confirmation they give you.
This listing connects you with the provider. It does not reserve a place, send a referral, or determine eligibility.
Other starting points
Different routes may fit different needs.
GI Bill Comparison Tool
Compare approved schools and training programs, benefit estimates, Yellow Ribbon participation, and cautions to consider.
VA education and training
Find VA education applications, benefit rates, eligibility guidance, and tools to manage your education benefits.
College Scorecard
Compare college and field-of-study information on costs, aid, completion, debt, and earnings.