Veterans Affairs Office (2024)

The Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2020 requires educational institutions to make certain disclosures to students using federal military and/or VA educational benefits. To view and print a copy of an estimated personalized cost of attendance you can visit the SUNY Net Price Cost Calculator and select Brockport from the dropdown. Additional financial information can be found at the NCES College Navigator site.

The SUNY Financial Aid Plan (FAP) will provide a more in-depth analysis and accurate picture of student cost once the student has filed their FAFSA, completed a SUNY application, and has been accepted by a campus.

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The Veterans Affairs Office at SUNY Brockport is located within the Financial Aid Office on the main floor of Rakov Center for Student Services, in the Division of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs.

The University provides educational benefits for veterans and children of veterans who plan on attending the University.

Please Note: If you are serving in the military and plan to receive Tuition Assistance from the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, etc., contact the education liaison at your unit for information and paperwork.

Contact Information

SUNY Brockport
Veterans Affairs Office
350 New Campus Drive
Brockport, NY 14420-2937

Please email veterans@brockport.edu to schedule an appointment.

Phone Number: (585) 395-2315
Fax Number: (585) 395-5445
Email Address: veterans@brockport.edu

Forms

Below are forms that our office requires you fill out prior to receiving U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs educational benefits. Each semester you will be required to submit again. If you have any questions please contact the Veterans Affairs Office.

Request to Certify VA Educational Benefits (form T13)

Veterans T13 – Summer 2023

Veterans T13 - Fall 2023

Veterans T13 – Winter 2023

Veterans T13 – Spring 2023

US Department of Veterans’ Affairs Educational Benefits

Monthly education benefits: If you’ve served in the military, or are the dependent of a military service member, you may be eligible to receive a monthly benefit. To determine the category of benefit you are eligible for, visit the Department of Veterans Affairs website or contact our office and we will be able to assist you.
On the Department of Veterans Affairs website you can find information regarding eligibility requirements, the amount of the benefits, and other important information. To apply for these benefits we suggest you contact our office to set up an appointment or stop in during the hours listed above.

National test reimbursem*nt: To apply for reimbursem*nt for a National Test (such as: SAT, ACT, MCAT, CLEP, LSAT, GRE, GMAT, etc.) using your VA benefits, please contact our office.

Request Military Transcript

You may be able to earn credit for your military training. Click on your service component below to request a transcript.

US Air Force

US Army/US Navy/US Marine Corps/US Coast Guard

Please request the transcript(s) be sent to:

The Office of Undergraduate Admissions
SUNY Brockport
350 New Campus Drive
Brockport, NY 14420

When do I apply for aid?

The recommended deadline to file the FAFSA is January 1.

Any supplemental forms requested by our office should be submitted by February 15. Student applicants meeting this deadline should have their financial aid package prior to the admissions deposit deadline or before summer school begins. Applications or forms filed after these deadlines will continue to be processed on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. Get information on federal financial aid consequences for non-attendance of classes.

To Do ListDeadlines
Obtain FSA IDJanuary 1
File FAFSA/Express Tap ApplicationJanuary 1
Submit all requested documentation to the Financial Aid OfficeFebruary 15
Accept/Decline all offered awardsApril 1
Pre-loan Counseling/Sign Master Promissory Note for Stafford LoansJuly 1
Student apply for Alternative loan with co-signer or parent apply for PLUS loan and do MPNAugust 1

Grants and Scholarships

New York State Veterans Tuition Award

If you served in the regions below you may be eligible for the NYS Veterans Tuition Award. To find more information and to fill out the application, click on the link above. Paper applications are available in our office.

  • Indochina between December 22, 1961 and May 7, 1975
  • Persian Gulf between August 2, 1990 and Sept. 10, 2001
  • Persian Gulf on or after September 11, 2001
  • Afghanistan during hostilities on or after September 11, 2001

Troops to Teachers

If you are a veteran and plan to become a teacher, you may be eligible for some money. Click on the link above to find out more information.

VAMortgageCenter Scholarship Fund

This scholarship is for current and prospective ROTC program students, Active-duty military personnel with plans to attend college, honorably discharged veterans of the US military, and sons and daughters of veterans or active-duty military members.

Veterans Services

Deferrals: The University will allow you to defer all or part of your semester bill if you are receiving monthly checks. If interested, please contact the Veterans Affairs Office.

Tutoring: Free tutoring for all students is available through the Academic Success Center. The VA may also pay for individual tutoring if a veteran would benefit by this.

Veterans Affairs Work-Study: If interested, please see the coordinator of veterans affairs at the University.

Parking: If you are a student who served in the armed forces during a time of war and was honorably discharged or released, you will be exempt from the parking fee at the University. Provide our office with a copy of your DD 214 to begin the process. Please contact our office if you have any questions.
Please Note: You will still be required to pay the vehicle registration fee.

Students Returning to the University : Students who have left the University or who have deferred admission due to active military service and wish to return to the University should notify the Veterans Affairs Office.

Additional Information

ROTC

Army ROTC

If you are interested in putting your military experience to work, gaining academic credit, have your tuition and fees or room and board up to $10,000 per year and earn a $420 per monthly stipend and a commission upon graduation, contact Dan Fletcher at (585) 395-2769 or email. I took the liberty to correct it as well as dress up the Air Force and Marine options.

Air Force ROTC: You can attend the University and participate in AFROTC through the Rochester Institute of Technology.

Marine Corps PLC: Are you interested in becoming a Marine Corps Officer? If so, you may be interested in the Marine Corps Platoon Leadership Class. This program is for full-time undergraduate and graduate students.

Allowing Veterans to Attend or Participate in Courses Pending VA Payment

Background

Section 103 of Public Law (PL) 115-407, ‘Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018,’ amends Title 38 US Code 3679 by adding a new subsection (e) that requires disapproval of courses of education, beginning August 1, 2019, at any educational institution that does not have a policy in place that will allow an individual to attend or participate in a course of education, pending VA payment, providing the individual submits a certificate of eligibility for entitlement to educational assistance under Chapter 31 or 33.

Pending Payment Compliance

In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679(e), SUNY Brockport adopts the following additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post-9/11 G.I. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from VA. SUNY Brockport will not:

  • Prevent the student’s enrollment;
  • Assess a late penalty fee to the student;
  • Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding;
  • Deny the student access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities) available to other students who have satisfied their tuition and fee bills to the institution.

However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to:

  • Produce the VA Certificate of Eligibility (COE) by the first day of class;
  • Provide a written request to be certified;
  • Provide additional information needed to properly certify the enrollment as described in other institutional policies

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government web site.

Veterans Affairs Office (2024)

FAQs

How long does it take to get an answer from the VA? ›

It can take the VA anywhere from 90 to 120 days to decide on a claim at the regional office. For some claims, it takes even longer. How long it takes for the VA to consider a claim depends on the workload in the regional office, the complexity of your disabilities, and the completeness of your initial claim.

Can I view my C&P exam results online? ›

You can't get the results at your exam or directly from the provider. To request a copy of the exam report, you'll need to fill out a Freedom of Information Act or Privacy Act Request (VA Form 20-10206). You can submit the form by mail or in person.

How do I pass the VA C&P exam? ›

#1: Read Through Your Military, VA, and Private Medical Records. Do this in detail prior to your C&P exam. There is no substitute for knowing what's in your Service Treatment Records (STRs), VA medical records, or any private medical records.

How do I know if my C&P exam went well? ›

You may wonder, 'How do I know if my Compensation & Pension (C&P) exam went well? ' after completing your disability Compensation and Pension (C&P) examination. The short answer is: it depends. However, a foolproof way you can tell if it was favorable is by reviewing a copy of your C&P exam results.

How long does the VA take to make a decision 2023? ›

If you submit all the evidence your claim needs and are able to submit a VA Fully Developed Claim in 2023, you will most likely receive a decision on your VA disability claim in 3-5 months from when you submit your claim.

Why does the VA take so long to make a decision? ›

The time it takes to review your claim depends on these factors: The type of claim you filed. How many injuries or disabilities you claimed and how complex they are. How long it takes us to collect the evidence needed to decide your claim.

What should I say at my C&P exam? ›

Tell The Truth, Even When It's Uncomfortable

Understand that essentially everything you say during your PTSD C&P exam could be used to award your benefits or deny your claim. Therefore, avoid saying things like, 'I'm doing alright.

Why is the VA sending me to a second C&P exam? ›

There are many reasons why the VA will request an additional C&P exam, but for the most poart, it's to clear up confusion or fix errors. For example, maybe the findings on the first exam were unfavorable and the VA decided they should preemptively request a second opinion from a different medical professional.

What is the C&P exam for PTSD increase? ›

PTSD C&P Exam. A VA C&P exam for PTSD can be ordered when determining original severity or when a veteran believes they deserve an increase in their rating. The exam must be conducted by a VA approved psychologist, therapist, or other mental health professional that the veteran has no history with.

What not to say at C&P exam? ›

What not to say at a C&P exam. The most vital thing not to do at your claim exam is to pretend your symptoms aren't as bad as they are. It's not the time to play tough. You don't want to exaggerate your symptoms, but you should be honest about how bad they are and exactly how they impact your life.

What disabilities can the VA not prove? ›

No, there aren't any VA disability claims that cannot be proven. In fact, all VA claims must be proven on an “at least as likely as not” basis.

What is the C&P exam for anxiety? ›

Compensation & Pension (C&P) Exams for Anxiety

Veterans will typically meet with a VA doctor and discuss their medical history, time in service, and current condition. The VA examiner will also ask about the veteran's current symptomatology to determine the severity of their anxiety disorder.

What not to do at a VA C&P exam? ›

Don't Lie or Stretch the Truth. This is a big one. Don't ever lie or stretch the truth when it comes to your VA disability claim. At your C&P exam, you should think, look, act, and speak as you would on a normal day.

How important is a favorable C&P exam? ›

You've applied for disability benefits, and now VA sends you for one or more medical evaluations known as Compensation and Pension (C&P) exams. A favorable C&P exam is important because your disability rating will be a direct outcome of the VA examiner's findings.

Does a C&P exam diagnose you? ›

A C&P exam is to assess your level of disability or whether it is related to your time in service. The VA uses the information from the exam to determine how severe your condition(s) is and determine your disability rating. The amount of compensation you receive depends on your diagnosis and overall disability rating.

How long does it take to get a VA decision letter? ›

The claim status tool won't provide an exact date. But if the status is “complete,” this means we've already mailed your letter. It will take 7 to 10 business days to arrive from the date we mailed it. If you don't receive your letter within 10 days, call us at 800-827-1000 (TTY: 711).

How far does VA back pay go? ›

The VA typically only pays disability compensation going back to the date of discharge to veterans who apply for their VA disability benefits within one year of being discharged. All of this underscores the need to submit your VA disability benefits claim as soon as possible.

How long does a VA decision review request take? ›

Our goal is an average of 365 days (1 year) for a direct review. The average is longer for an evidence submission or a hearing.

How long does it take for the VA to back pay you? ›

VA maintains that veterans should receive VA back pay within 15 days of the decision granting the retroactive benefits either through direct deposit or a check. However, it is not uncommon for VA to take several months to issue back pay and retroactive benefits.

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