At St. Mary’s College of Maryland, we are proud to support active-duty service members, veterans, and military-connected students as you make the most of the education benefits available to you.
Whether you’re exploring your VA education benefits, getting ready to apply, or looking for guidance on using your benefits at SMCM, you’re in the right place. Explore the resources below to learn more about available benefits and how to get started.
Any St. Mary’s College of Maryland student who qualifies for one of the benefits below will automatically qualify for in-state residency tuition.
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Ch. 1606 Montgomery GI Bill® - Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
Be sure to save a copy of the submission confirmation—you’ll need to provide it to SMCM. The VA will review your submitted Form 22-1990 and send your Educational Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
Note that you need to submit Form 22-1990 if you have never used VA education benefits. If you have submitted it previously to use your VA education benefits, whether at SMCM or a different institution, you do not need to submit it again. You will need to submit your Certificate of Eligibility to Anthony Guzman.
Ch. 30 Montgomery GI Bill®
Be sure to save a copy of the submission confirmation—you’ll need to provide it to SMCM. The VA will review your submitted Form 22-1990 and send your Educational Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
Note that you need to submit Form 22-1990 if you have never used VA education benefits. If you have submitted it previously to use your VA education benefits, whether at SMCM or a different institution, you do not need to submit it again. You will need to submit your Certificate of Eligibility to Anthony Guzman.
Ch. 31 Veterans Readiness and Employment (VRE)
Once you have applied for Ch. 31 VA benefits and been approved, the VA will partner you with a vocational rehabilitation counselor/case manager. Set up an appointment with your VA case manager before seeking benefits at SMCM.
Ch. 33 Post 9-11 GI Bill®
Be sure to save a copy of the submission confirmation—you’ll need to provide it to SMCM. The VA will review your submitted Form 22-1990 and send your Educational Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
Note that you need to submit Form 22-1990 if you have never used VA education benefits. If you have submitted it previously to use your VA education benefits, whether at SMCM or a different institution, you do not need to submit it again. You will need to submit your Certificate of Eligibility to Anthony Guzman.
Ch. 33 Post 9-11 GI Bill® Transfer of Entitlement (TOE)
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Be sure to save a copy of the submission confirmation—you’ll need to provide it to SMCM. The VA will review your submitted Form 22-5490 and send your Educational Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
Note that you need to submit Form 22-5490 if you have never used VA education benefits. If you have submitted it previously to use your VA education benefits, whether at SMCM or a different institution, you do not need to submit it again. You will need to submit your Certificate of Eligibility to Anthony Guzman.
Ch. 35 Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA)
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Be sure to save a copy of the submission confirmation—you’ll need to provide it to SMCM. The VA will review your submitted Form 22-1990e and send your Educational Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
Note that you need to submit Form 22-1990e if you have never used VA education benefits. If you have submitted it previously to use your VA education benefits, whether at SMCM or a different institution, you do not need to submit it again. You will need to submit your Certificate of Eligibility to Anthony Guzman.
State Education Benefits - National Guard and Reserve
National Guard members may be eligible for education benefits from their home state, in addition to federal benefits administered by the Department of Defense or the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Maryland National Guard servicemembers enjoy state education benefits including State Tuition Waivers (STW) and the State Tuition Assistance Reimbursement (STAR) program.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website at .