November 11, 2020
Greetings from the Office of Veterans Affairs!
On behalf of the Lincoln Lions community and SVA Board, it gives me great pleasure to express our thanks and support for the sacrifice you and your loved ones have given to our great nation. Many have received the call to service, but only a few like you chose to answer. Lincoln University has taken significant steps to demonstrate its readiness for a smooth transition of service members from all branches, for veterans and their dependents to the campus community. We achieved by providing tailored resources, support, and advocacy for student Veterans who elect Lincoln University as their educational path. We must continue to serve, support, and sustain the mission of educating and empowering students to lead their communities and change the world.
Keep Charging! Hold the Line!
SGT Tamarkius A. Roby ‘18
Director, Veterans Affairs
Lincoln University is honored to welcome veterans, military service members from all branches, and their dependents to our campus. We support your success and are here to help you navigate the admissions process and provide a seamless transition from military service to college life.
Designated a Top 10 (Gold) Military Friendly School for 2020-2021 by GI Jobs Magazine, Lincoln University provides access to excellence and opportunities for success for military service members and veterans who enroll at Lincoln University. The University is committed to assisting these students with making a smooth transition.
Please click the link below to apply for admissions or financial aid:
Step 1: Apply for Benefits
Once you have applied for or gained acceptance, you must submit a request for benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs.
You can achieve this by visiting: VA Benefits Portal
After you submit your application, please allow approximately 30 days for the VA to provide a decision.
Step 2: Submit Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
Once the VA has approved your application, you will receive a letter detailing your benefits. This letter must be submitted to the Office of Veterans Affairs. (Certification of your enrollment will not be processed without verification of this letter)
You may submit this document:
First-time students using VA benefits at Lincoln must complete a paper benefits enrollment form: Certification Request
You may submit this document:
Optional
Students using Chapters 30, 35, or 1606 may request advancement of benefit payments at least 30 days but no more than 120 days before the semester starts.
An advance payment pays the student's monthly benefit for the first and second month of the semester in advance. The first month will only pay from the start date through the end of the month.
Students must be enrolled at least half-time, have more than 30 days between terms and make such requests in writing. Please complete: Advance Payment Request Form
Step 1: Register for Class
Log into web-advisor and register for courses under the appropriate term.
Step 2: Submit the Veterans Benefits Enrollment Form
You may submit the Certification Request using the form located on the veteran's student webpage: Enrollment Form
Note: You will be required to sign the form during the semester check-in/ transition week. Completing the web form allows the university to submit your certification before the start of the term.
Step 3: Records Maintenance
Schedule an appointment for your mandatory counseling session with the Office of Veterans Affairs and the Office of Financial Aid.
Note: Failure to attend this session may delay the processing of awarded benefits
Optional
Students using Chapters 30, 35, or 1606 may request advancement of benefit payments at least 30 days but no more than 120 days before the semester starts.
An advance payment pays the student's monthly benefit for the first and second month of the semester in advance. The first month will only pay from the start date through the end of the month.
Students must be enrolled at least half-time, have more than 30 days between terms and make such requests in writing. Please complete: Advance Payment Request Form
Reservist/ National Guard
Eligible Service members requesting Tuition Assistance (TA) must use their service branch's virtual portal to receive funding. Service members should complete the following steps to ensure funding is secured:
Step 1: Submit a Request
Click this link to create an account and submit a request:
Step 2: Print TA Authorization
Once your request is approved, please submit a copy of the authorization to the Office of Veterans Affairs.
You may submit this document:
NOTE: Tuition Assistance must be requested before the course(s) start date. You may submit a request 60 days in advance through your service virtual portal.
Students must apply annually through their unit of assignment with the Pennsylvania National Guard. The reduction of PA educational state grants will not occur due to receiving EAP benefits. Guard members must fulfill their enlistment commitment or may be required to repay all EAP funds received, plus interest.
Army Education Center
Bldg. 9-54, Fort Indiantown Gap
Annville, PA 17003-5002
Phone: 717-861-9340
Fax: 717-861-9200
Email: edcenterpa@pa.ngb.army.mil
The Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) is an elective curriculum at Lincoln University, with a crosstown agreement with the University of Delaware. Course work and physical training take place at the University of Delaware. By enrolling, you will gain practical, hands-on leadership experience. You will have the opportunity to develop management, communication, and decision-making skills in a non-threatening environment. Physical training and confidence-building activities – such as rappelling and obstacle courses – will challenge you mentally and physically. ROTC is for dedicated students who have the attitude and determination to excel while still getting the most out of their college experience.
Note: You may leave the program during your first two years of the four-year program if you’re not on scholarship. Upon completion of the program, you will be commissioned as an officer and incur an active-duty or reserve-duty service commitment.
A student ordered to active duty due to national crisis, under circumstances that preclude completion of a semester or session, will be allowed to take a leave of absence from the University. The student must present a copy of the military orders to the Office of Veteran Affairs (Wright Hall, First Floor) and complete a withdrawal or leave of absence form.
Regarding military/veteran students, we:
See detailed policy here or under the "Policies" section of this page.
Higher Education Resources for Vets and Their Families - https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/higher-education-for-m...
GI Bill® College Benefits Transfer - https://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/college-resource-center/gi-bill...