Military Tuition Assistance

UT Tyler proudly supports active duty and reserve service members in pursuing higher education through Military Tuition Assistance (TA).

Important Information Regarding TA

Regardless of your branch of service, TA only covers the cost of tuition and not any associated fees.
UT Tyler's tuition rate often exceeds the tuition caps published by each service, especially for graduate students. View recent tuition rate information.
Students are responsible for all costs not covered by TA which must be paid by the published tuition deadlines.

Getting Started

Students using TA may need need specific documents for your TA application, such as degree plans, course information, or the tuition/fee schedule. To request these, email military@uttyler.edu.

Following the steps below will ensure that your enrollment and TA are aligned without delay.

How to Get Started

Step 1: Consult your unit Educational Services Officer

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Before applying to or enrolling at UT Tyler, you MUST speak with your unit's ESO.

Each military branch has specific TA requirements and processes, and your ESO will inform you of your branch-specific requirements.

Step 2: Apply for Admission to UT Tyler

Once you have spoken with your ESO regarding your TA requirements, you can apply for admission.

Step 3: Apply for TA through Your Service Branch

After consulting your ESO, apply for TA via your branch's TA portal:

Navy, Marines, Coast Guard (must be approved TWO WEEKS before class start date): MyNavy Education

Air Force/Space Force (must be approved ONE WEEK before class start date): USAF Virtual Education Center

Army (must be approved FIVE DAYS before class start date): Army IgnitED

Step 4: Enroll in Classes & Complete Orientation

Once admitted, you will meet with your academic advisor to enroll in classes.

You must also complete ONE of the following: New Patriot/Transfer Orientation OR Graduate Student Orientation.

Once you've completed your orientation, email BOTH proof of completion AND a copy of your class schedule to military@uttyler.edu.

Step 5: Complete MVA Orientation

This orientation will provide you information on MVA's role in your educational journey.

Once you've emailed your class schedule AND proof of completed orientation, we will send you instructions on accessing the MVA Orientation through Canvas.

Step 6: Submit Annual Certification Request (ACR)

The certification request allows you to request an enrollment certification or eligibility determination for Hazlewood. It is submitted once per academic year, and confirms your enrollment/eligibility for the fall, spring, and summer semesters.

Students using TA will upload their TA voucher as part of the ACR submission process.

If you are using a VA educational program in addition to TA, please indicate which program you are using when submitting your ACR.

TA Payment Processing

Once your ACR has been received, your TA voucher will be processed and applied to your account through Financial Aid. This process can take up to forty-five (45) business days.

Students have the option to request a tuition deferement as part of their ACR submission.