Veteran Affairs at Linfield

1. Apply and be admitted to Linfield:
   • Find the right application for the program that you are seeking and follow the instructions for that program. Linfield offers:
     • Graduate and undergraduate degrees on our McMinnville campus
     • Several Nursing degrees on our Portland campus, Online degrees, certificates, and education endorsements.
     • As well as simplified applications for returning students and those who may want to take courses without attaining a credential.
2. Apply for Education Benefits through the VA. Application link:
   https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/
   • You will receive a Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the VA within 30 days of your application.
3. Provide the COE letter to the Linfield Veteran Affairs office.
4. Register for classes.
   • Registration information
   • Learn about potential credit for prior learning.
5. Complete the Certification Request Form.
   • The Certification Request Form is written consent confirming the student authorizes Linfield to process their benefits. It is a Microsoft form that is sent to students and can also be found on the Veteran Affairs Central page (Linfield’s internal student website).
   • This form needs to be completed every semester to receive benefits and must match the student’s schedule.
6. Benefits will be processed and submitted to the VA.
7. Payment is sent by the VA within 30 days.

Post 9/11 GI BILL (CH 33): Provides tuition assistance, a housing allowance, books and supplies stipend, and tutoring reimbursement. This benefit is for veterans who served on active duty after September 10, 2001. Benefits can be transferred to spouses and/or dependents.

• Students who are 100% eligible can participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Linfield’s contribution limit is $99,999, and we do not have a limit on the number of students who can participate in the program.

The Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) Program (CH 35): Provides a monthly tuition assistance stipend. This benefit is for the dependents of a Veteran who died, is captured or missing, or has a 100% disability rating.

The Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) Program (CH 31): Provides financial support for tuition and materials while the veteran is working towards a degree. This benefit is for veterans who did not receive a dishonorable discharge, and have a service-connected disability rating of at least 10% from the VA. This benefit cannot be transferred to spouses and/or dependents.

The Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) Program (CH 1606): Provides a monthly stipend to active-duty members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard Reserve, Army National Guard, or Air National Guard. This benefit cannot be transferred to spouses and/or dependents.

For more information, utilize the GI Bill Comparison Tool

Student Accounts: The Student Accounts Office is responsible for billing, posting, collecting, and depositing all funds due to the university while ensuring accuracy in compliance with university policy and all state and federal regulations.

Financial aid: In addition to military programs and assistance, there are other forms of financial assistance. Our financial aid team can help.

Academic Advising:
503-883-2250 or advising@linfield.edu

Student Health Wellness and Counseling Center: The SHWCC provides comprehensive health care, mental health care, and wellness services for Linfield students. Counseling services are free and fully confidential for students on the McMinnville and Portland campuses; medical services are available to McMinnville students. SHWCC also houses confidential advocacy services for survivors of relationship violence. Confidential advocates support survivors in understanding their options and finding needed support on and off campus.

503-883-2535 or SHWCC@linfield.edu

Learning Support Services: LSS coordinates academic, on-campus housing, on-campus dining, and mobility accommodations for students with permanent or temporary disabling conditions. We’re also here to support all students — including veterans — through our peer tutoring program and our professional academic coaching focused on skills like time management, organization, and study strategies.

Whether you're looking for formal accommodations or just a little extra academic support, we’re here to help.

503-883-2562 or lss@linfield.edu

Student Care & Support: Supports students through challenges in their Linfield career by problem-solving, connecting students to on- and off-campus resources, and fostering self-advocacy and resilience to overcome future barriers.
care@Linfield.edu or 503-883-2352