Lindsey Wilson College is here to assist you in receiving your VA educational benefits. LWC provides a Veterans Affairs Coordinator whose office is located in the Financial Aid building. The VA Coordinator can be contacted at (270) 384-7449 or benningfieldj@lindsey.edu. Our office does not work for the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). We certify enrollment of veterans and dependents to the DVA.

Lindsey Wilson College has been listed in the 2012 G.I. Jobs' "Military Friendly Schools" as among the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools which are doing the most to embrace America's veterans as students.

Veteran's Education Benefit Programs

Student entitlement to VA educational programs is based on DVA regulations. Eligibility is determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. You must submit an application to the Department of Veterans Affairs at http://www.gibill.va.gov.  If you have questions regarding your VA educational benefit, the Department of Veterans Affairs may be contacted at 1-888-442-4551.

Change in Student Status

It is the responsibility of the student to notify the VA Coordinator if you withdraw from a course, terminate your enrollment, or make other changes that would affect your payment status. If you drop a course, you may have to repay part or all of the benefits you received for the course(s).

Credit for Military Training

Upon presentation of an authenticated DD 214 Form, Lindsey Wilson will examine, validate, and may award credit for military training according to American Council on Education (ACE) guidelines. Such credit will not exceed 32 credits or 25% of the credit hours applied toward a degree and will be applied to general education, elective, or major requirements, according to College policy.

Yellow Ribbon

Lindsey Wilson College proudly participates in the Post-9/11 Chapter 33 Yellow Ribbon Program making additional funds available for your education without an additional charge to your GI Bill entitlement. Your qualification in the Yellow Ribbon Program will be stated on your Certificate of Eligibility.

Student Responsibilities:

• Apply for VA educational benefits at http://www.gibill.va.gov.
• Submit your Certificate of Eligibility and DD214 to the Veterans Affairs Coordinator.
• Complete the LWC Veterans Enrollment Form every semester, once you are registered for classes.
• Notify the VA Coordinator of any changes in your course schedule.