Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA), Chapter 35

• Complete the VA form 22-5490 (black ink only). Submit the application to the APSU Veterans Education Benefits Office OR complete the VA online application. The VA website does not allow you to print the completed application You will need to print out the application confirmation page and submit a copy to the APSU Veterans Education Benefits Office. You will also need to complete the VA form 22-5495 with our office to declare your program of study and school.

• Provide a photocopy of the following to the APSU Veterans Education Benefits Office:
• Birth Certificate or Marriage License.
• DD214 of the Veteran, DoD Causality of Death, State Issued Certificate of Death or copy of the Veterans Disability Compensation letter.

• Upon receipt of your Certificate of Eligibility from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, provide a copy to the APSU Veterans Education Benefits Office
• Complete the APSU Office of Veterans Education Benefits’ Online Orientation.
• Must complete the Certification Request Form (CRF) once registered. (Enrollment Certification Process)
• For VA assistance confirming your registration, please see: VA Fee Deferment

• The Prior Credit Evaluation will be completed by the end of your first term with the exception of Aviation Science

• Return all documents to:
• Clarksville Campus – Ellington Building Room 202