Veterans Benefits Scholarships & Aid
As a veteran or servicemember, Biola University is grateful for your service. Given the sacrifices you’ve made, you and your loved ones may be eligible for specific benefits, scholarships and aid while you pursue your education at Biola. Our staff is committed to helping you maximize your college funding in efforts to fulfill the mission of earning your degree.
Questions About Veterans Benefits and Aid?
If you’re looking for more information about financial aid opportunities or benefits for veterans, contact our experts listed below or view more information about general veterans services and resources.
Military Educational Benefits Specialist
military.benefits@biola.edu
(562) 944-0351 ext.5221
Financial Aid Counselor
finaid@biola.edu
(562) 903-4742
Explore Specific Military & Veterans Benefits
Biola is approved by the California State Approving Agency for Veterans Education to certify enrollment for all Veterans Affairs (VA) educational programs. Eligibility is determined by the VA and based on factors unique to each applicant, so take a look at the information below for details on the programs that could be available to you. For information on additional VA programs visit www.va.gov.
Veterans Affairs Programs
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
Ch. 30: Montgomery GI Bill®
Available to qualified servicemembers and veterans who honorably served or are currently serving in the United States armed forces. May be eligible for up to 36 months of benefits.
Ch. 31: Vocational Rehabilitation
VA determines eligibility based on disability rating. Qualified veterans may be eligible for up to 48 months of entitlement.
Ch. 33: Post 9/11 GI Bill® (including Fry Scholarship & Yellow Ribbon)
For approved programs, the Post-9/11 GI Bill® provides up to 36 months of education benefits to veterans, servicemembers, and in some cases, to their families. Beneficiaries who are 100% eligible may be qualified for the Yellow Ribbon Scholarship. Children and surviving spouses of a servicemember who passed away on active duty on or after September 11, 2001 may be eligible for the Fry Scholarship. Additionally, beneficiaries may also be eligible for the Ahmanson Veteran Scholarship.
Ch. 35: Survivor and Dependent Assistance
Dependents of a servicemember who has been totally and permanently disabled due to a service-related condition, or who died while on active duty due to a service-related condition, may be eligible for this educational benefit as determined by the VA.
Ch. 1606: Montgomery GI Bill®-Selected Reserve
Available to eligible members of the Selected Reserve. Up to 36 months of eligibility may be determined by the branch of service, such as: Navy, Army, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Army National Guard or Air National Guard.
Department of Defense Programs
Biola accepts all Department of Defense (DoD) programs that assist servicemembers and their families with tuition and fees. Take a look at a few of the programs the DoD offers to its members.
TA: Federal Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance is authorized by the United States Congress for each branch of the military to fund up to 100% of the tuition of its members. Each branch of the armed forces sets its own parameters via limits on credit hours and financial obligations.
Contact your assigned Educational Service Officer for more information (usually located in the S1 department of the chain of command)
ROTC: Reserve Officer Training Corps Scholarship
The United States Armed Forces provides scholarships to high school seniors and college students who plan to become military officers upon graduation from college. Scholarships can cover up to 100% of tuition in addition to stipends for books and meals. For additional information, contact one of Biola crosstown partners below:
HPSP: Health Professions Scholarship Program
The United States Navy, Army and Air Force offer this scholarship program for prospective military physicians (psychologist, physician assistant, psychiatrist, dentist, medical doctor, and more). It helps to pay educational expenses through graduate school. Upon completion, candidates would serve as a commissioned officer in the applicable military branch.
Contact your local military officer recruiter for more information.
Military Benefit Forms
Benefits Authorization
All continuing students that use any type of military benefits are required by the Department of Defense to give authorization prior to institution certification of enrollment.
Biola Benefits Authorization Form
Change of Program or Place of Training
Veterans Affairs requires its beneficiaries to fill out the Change of Program or Place of Training form every time they intend to change their degree program and/or institution. Please fill out the applicable form and send a signed copy to military.benefits@biola.edu.
- Veterans: VA Form 22-1995
- Dependent: VA Form 22-5495
Scholarships
Ahmanson Veterans Scholarship
The Ahmanson Veterans Scholarship was generously donated by The Ahmanson Foundation in an effort to support veterans who are eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill®.
| Amount | Up to $3,000 (for undergraduate students) |
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| Application | Student must review the following application guidelines:
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| Deadline | Funds will be awarded first-come, first-serve throughout summer |
| Eligibility | Students must review the following eligibility requirements:
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| Renewable Status | No, this scholarship is not renewable. Students must reapply annually based on financial need and availability of funds. |
Yellow Ribbon Scholarship
Post-9/11 beneficiaries who are 100% eligible may qualify for supplementary funds to use toward their education without any additional impact to the GI Bill®.
| Amount | Unlimited, up to the total cost of tuition and required fees. |
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| Application | Students must provide a current Certificate of Eligibility to military.benefits@biola.edu to apply. |
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| Deadline | There is no deadline for this scholarship. |
| Eligibility | Post-9/11 GI Bill® (100%) |
| Renewable Status | Yes, this scholarship is renewable based on VA eligibility. |
Grants
Grants are need-based awards that do not need to be repaid. To see if you’re eligible for specific grants, look through our undergraduate grants page or grant details for your graduate program or specific school.
Loans
Federal or private loans may also be used to help finance your education. If you’re interested in finding additional loan information, take a look at our undergraduate loans page or view loan details specific to your graduate program or specific school.
Additional Resources
Know Your Options
The Office of Financial Aid provides different resources that can help you plan out your finances as you pursue your Biola education.
Financial Aid Counseling
Have questions about the process? Call us or come by our office for a drop-in appointment with a knowledgeable financial aid counselor — they can help.
Contact Us
The Office of Financial Aid is here to answer questions you have about the financial aid process. Contact us in person, by phone or email.