{"id":1798,"date":"2026-07-10T18:23:52","date_gmt":"2026-07-10T18:23:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/?page_id=1798"},"modified":"2026-07-27T06:36:32","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T06:36:32","slug":"dependent-process","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/dependent-process\/","title":{"rendered":"Dependent Process"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dependents, can use Ch. 33 or Ch 35, if eligible, but not at the same time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chapter 33 Dependent Process<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are a dependent who has received Chapter 33 benefits from a sponsor &#8211; see below to start using these benefits: They must have been transferred to you while the service member was on active duty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Chapter 33 dependent military benefits<\/strong>, or Transfer of Education Benefits (TEB), allow active-duty service members to transfer their Post-9\/11 GI Bill, providing up to 36 months of education funding to spouses or children. Benefits MUST HAVE BEEN TRANSFERRED WHILE IN SERVICE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply and be accepted to MTSU \u2014 you will receive an email with your student ID (M#) and an MTSU email address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A copy of your Certificate of Eligibility (COE). You can request your COE at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.va.gov\/education\/apply-for-gi-bill-form-22-1990\/introduction\" id=\"https:\/\/www.va.gov\/education\/apply-for-gi-bill-form-22-1990\/introduction\">www.va.gov\/education\/how-to-apply<\/a>. You will need an ID.ME account to log in. A paper application must be submitted to the VA if dependent is under the age of 18.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can upload this document by visiting www.mtsu.edu\/military and clicking the Secure Drop button.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are a dependent &#8211; (typically children ages 18-23) or spouse of a veteran with a 100% permanent service-connected disability or who died in service &#8211; see below to start using these benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Chapter 35 Dependent Process<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Chapter 35 dependent military benefits,<\/strong> or Survivors\u2019 and Dependents\u2019 Educational Assistance (DEA), provide education and training opportunities to eligible spouses and children of veterans who are permanently\/totally disabled due to a service-related condition, died in service, or died as a result of a service-related condition. It offers monthly payments for college, vocational, or on-the-job training.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Apply and be accepted to MTSU \u2014 you will receive an email with your student ID (M#) and an MTSU email address.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A copy of your <strong>Certificate of Eligibility (COE)<\/strong>. You can request your COE at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.va.gov\/family-and-caregiver-benefits\/education-and-careers\/dependents-education-assistance\/\" id=\"https:\/\/www.va.gov\/family-and-caregiver-benefits\/education-and-careers\/dependents-education-assistance\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">va.gov<\/a>. You will need an ID.ME account to log in. A paper application must be submitted to the VA if dependent is under the age of 18.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can upload this document by visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.mtsu.edu\/military<\/a> and clicking the <strong>Secure Drop<\/strong> button.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"> CHAPTER 33 &amp; CHAPTER 35:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><em>The very first time you register for classes at MTSU<\/em><\/strong>, reach out to the Daniels Center and request a <strong>Veterans Tab<\/strong> \u2014 this will be located in your Pipeline on the left side of the page. Inside your Pipeline, you will complete:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Statement of Understanding and Enrollment Certification (SOU)<\/strong> &#8211; This notifies the Daniels Center what benefits you want to use. (Select from drop down box, Chap 33 Dep or Ch 35)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Benefit User Advising Form (BUAF \u2014 Undergrad only)<\/strong> \u2014 Fill out your class schedule and digitally sign. It will go to your advisor for approval, then they will forward to us.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If you are using Ch 35 you have the option to use the Benefits Deferment<\/strong> &#8211; it &#8220;hides&#8221; the tuition and if that is all you owe &#8211; you can confirm your classes. It will come back on your account after a week or so and you have the semester to pay it off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>If you are using Ch 33 <\/strong>&#8211; We take those two documents, calculate your benefits, submit to the Bursar to amend your account, and notify the VA. <strong>This process can take 10 to 14 days to complete.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Both Chapters will receive a monthly text from the VA<\/strong> &#8211; you must reply YES to receive your monthly stipend, if you do not reply or reply no &#8211; you will not receive your stipend.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">*Each Semester \u2014 After Registering for Classes you must do your SOA and BUAF*<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:20% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"842\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2026\/02\/jeremy-842x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Jeremy Winsett\" class=\"wp-image-1692 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2026\/02\/jeremy-842x1024.jpg 842w, https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2026\/02\/jeremy-247x300.jpg 247w, https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2026\/02\/jeremy-768x934.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2026\/02\/jeremy-1264x1536.jpg 1264w, https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/60\/2026\/02\/jeremy-1685x2048.jpg 1685w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 842px) 100vw, 842px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jeremy Winsett<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Transition Manager<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">KUC Rm 124<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"jeremy.winsett@mtsu.edu\" id=\"jeremy.winsett@mtsu.edu\">jeremy.winsett@mtsu.edu <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Transition Manager supports the mission of the Daniels Center primarily by providing assistance with <strong>Enrollment and Encouragement<\/strong>. As you work through the admissions process, choosing the right GI Bill\u00ae and major, enrolling in classes, and getting involved on campus, he is here to serve you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Residency \/ In-State Tuition Based on Military-Connected Criteria<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For all students within our community (active duty, veterans, and dependents), the Transition Manager will also handle your residency requests. Below are ways military-connected students may be eligible to pay the In-State Tuition Rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u26a0\ufe0f Please note: The VA does not cover out-of-state tuition rates in most situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Student In-State Rate Eligibility:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You will need to fill out the<a href=\"https:\/\/itdwebapps.mtsu.edu\/DFPassThrough\/DFCasSSOAuth?TargetResource=https:\/\/dynamicforms.ngwebsolutions.com\/Submit\/Form\/Start\/8c73e61a-95c0-4549-8b98-6fd64aaf2ea3\" id=\"https:\/\/itdwebapps.mtsu.edu\/DFPassThrough\/DFCasSSOAuth?TargetResource=https:\/\/dynamicforms.ngwebsolutions.com\/Submit\/Form\/Start\/8c73e61a-95c0-4549-8b98-6fd64aaf2ea3\"> In-state Classification Application<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using VA Benefits, attending MTSU, and living in 乐播传媒入口 (veterans and dependents)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joining the 乐播传媒入口 National Guard<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Having Military Orders out of 乐播传媒入口 (veterans and dependents)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Having Military Orders to 乐播传媒入口 (veterans and dependents)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Joining the Reserve Officers&#8217; Training Corps (ROTC) as a contracted Cadet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Military Residency questions? Call the Daniels Center: <strong><a href=\"tel:6159048146\">615-904-8147<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dependents, can use Ch. 33 or Ch 35, if eligible, but not at the same time Chapter 33 Dependent Process If you are a dependent who has received Chapter 33 benefits from a sponsor &#8211; see below to start using these benefits: They must have been transferred to you while the service member was on [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":160,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-1798","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Dependent Process - MTSU Charlie and Hazel Daniels Veterans and Military Family Center<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mtsu.edu\/military\/dependent-process\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Dependent Process - 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