Will I be able to receive advanced payment(s) from the VA?

No.  Alcorn State University does not accept advance payments from the VA.

Can I have my checks sent directly to the University to pay my fees?

No.  All payments will be either mailed to you or deposited directly into your personnel account.

How will I be paid?

Checks are mailed/deposited at the end of the month for the preceding month.

When should I expect my first check?

Normal processing time takes 6 to 8 weeks.

Can I repeat a class?

You may only repeat classes if:

·        You did not make a passing grade;

·        You made a D in the class but your major requires C or higher.  In this case, you must provide written verification on letterhead from your college to the Office of Veterans Affairs stating that a C or higher is required for major requirements to be completed.

Do all my classes have to apply toward my degree?

Yes.  To receive VA Educational benefits, you must be enrolled in a degree-seeking program and all of the classes you take must apply toward that degree.

Do Grade Point Average requirements (g.p.a.) vary?

In almost all cases the student must maintain a g.p.a. of 2.00 or better, in order that benefits will continue. 

***Note:  All registration processes for the veteran are overseen by the VA Contact here at the University, including but not limited to: schedule input, schedule modifications (drop/add), and major changes.***