Read More: High School Students of 100% Disabled Veterans Eligible for GI Bill® Chapter 35 Benefits
Programs & services
Listed on the organization's official site (vetaffairs.la.gov), checked Sep 1, 2026. Always confirm availability with the organization.
- GI Bill® Chapter 35 – Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA)High school students who are dependents of veterans rated 100% disabled may be eligible, and eligible college students may also receive education benefits.
- LDVA assistance with enrollment certificationsParticipating schools approved for Chapter 35 students are assisted by LDVA in completing enrollment certifications and having them submitted to the VA.
Eligibility (general guidance)
Open to Louisiana veterans and transitioning service members; some programs require a service-connected disability or recent separation. Confirm specific requirements on the official site or with an accredited Veterans Service Officer.
How to apply
Summarized from the program's official site (vetaffairs.la.gov), checked Sep 1, 2026. Always confirm details with the program.
- Confirm the student is a dependent of a veteran rated 100% disabled and is seeking GI Bill Chapter 35 high school benefits.
- Contact a local Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs office for information or assistance.
- Have the high school complete the required paperwork with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to become approved.
- Work with LDVA after school approval to complete the student's enrollment certification.
- Allow LDVA to submit the finalized enrollment certification to the VA on the school's behalf.
- Begin the approval and enrollment process as soon as possible before the August 1, 2026 expiration date.
What to bring
- Required paperwork with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Enrollment certification confirming the student is attending
What to expect
There is no cost to participating schools. After a school is approved, LDVA assists with the enrollment certification and submits the finalized certification to the VA on the school's behalf.
Contact
- Serves all of Louisiana
Next step
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Source: Louisiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the official Louisiana state veterans agency. Details can change; confirm directly with the program.
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