I'm a Parent or Sponsor: What Should I Know?
The information below should help you to better inform your student.
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This letter from our Director is just for you, and should help you to better understand VMS and our role in your child's future.
This helpful chart should help you to discern the differences between benefit types. VA education benefits vary in how they're paid and how much they pay. Make sure to stay up-to-date on which benefit is best for you and your student.
Students who have exhausted their VA education benefits can apply for a Non-Resident Scholarship to retain the in-state tuition rate. Provided the student has remained continuously enrolled in each Fall and Spring semester since arriving here, the university will consider granting the scholarship for up to eight semesters, or until a bachelor's degree is awarded - whichever comes first.
If you do not have benefits to pass along to your student, we might be able to get your student the in-state tuition rate; however, it is solely at the discretion of the Financial Aid Office and based upon available funding. For consideration, please submit a copy of your DD214 to: veterans@olemiss.edu.