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Veterans Admission Checklist

We are proud to be in the top 15 percent of national colleges, universities, and trade schools that are doing the most to embrace America's military service members, veterans, and dependents as students.

Admission Checklist

  1. Submit your Admission Application.
    If you have no prior college credit, you will apply as a first-time student. If you have prior college credit from another institution or military credit, you will apply as a transfer student and complete the transfer application. The application fee is waived for Veterans and Military Personnel. No fee waiver is needed.
  2. Submit your transcripts.
    Submit your official transcripts to your campus Admission Office, including your high school transcript; previous college transcripts (if applicable); and your military training transcripts, including your Joint Service Transcript. You may find more information on requesting your military transcripts through the American Council on Education.
  3. Request Your VA Certificate of Eligibility.
    Request your VA education benefits and Certificate of Eligibility by visiting the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Once on the site, select the “Apply for education benefits” link in the Education block. Once there, scroll down to “How do I apply” and click on the green box labeled “Find your education benefits form.” Once processed, The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs will issue you a "Certificate of Eligibility" by mail in six-eight weeks.
  4. Send a copy of your Certificate of Eligibility to the One Stop.
    You can send via fax at 513-529-0003, email at veterans@MiamiOH.edu, or submit to the OneStop at your regional campus. You may experience a delay in payment from the VA if you do not provide this information. Note: for Reserve Service Members MGIB-SR (Chapter 1606), you must also request from your unit and fill out a DD Form 2384-1 Notice of Basic Eligibility.
  5. Complete your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
    It is recommended you submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid to maximize your financial aid and benefits package. Miami University's federal school code is 003077.
  6. Complete your Admission requirements.
    Be sure to complete your remaining admission requirements for enrollment as described in your Miami University Regionals acceptance packet.
  7. Submit Request for Benefits to Miami University.
    Once you are registered for classes submit your Miami University Request for Benefits form*. Until this form is completed, Miami University is unable to submit your enrollment to the VA for payment of your benefits. This should be submitted at least 30 days prior to the start of the semester and ideally 60 days in advance. *Note: You will need to be registered for courses to complete this step.
  8. Register for The Ohio GI Promise.
    Apply for Ohio residency, if needed. Ohio GI Promise guarantees in-state tuition to veterans as long as they meet the requirements. The residency reclassification application and all supporting documentation must be received by the Registrar’s Office at least three full weeks before the first day of classes of the academic semester you are applying.
Military members standing in a row facing the flag.

Yellow Ribbon Program

If you are classified as a non-resident student and have 100% Post-9/11 GI Bill® eligibility, you may qualify for the Yellow Ribbon program. Miami University is a Yellow Ribbon school. Yellow Ribbon scholarships are limited and made available on a first come, first served basis per VA regulations. Please contact the One Stop for further details.
Apply for the Yellow Ribbon Program
Purple Heart Medal

Purple Heart Institution

In October 2015, Miami University Regionals was designated a Purple Heart University by The Military Order of the Purple Heart.

Faculty and staff across academic departments, along with staff members from Admissions, Financial Aid, and OneStop, have completed Military-Friendly Training that includes a pledge to be active-military members, veteran, and veteran-family friendly. Trained faculty and staff have a thorough understanding of military terminology, the military mindset, academic and financial issues specific to veterans, benefits available to veterans, transfer of military training to college credi, and military training that aligns with specific academic programs.

Contact Us

Please contact us! We are dedicated to assisting you through the admissions and benefits process.

Office of Admission

Hamilton Campus
Harry T. Wilks Conference Center
1601 University Blvd.
Hamilton, OH 45011

Middletown Campus
Johnston Hall 114
4200 North University Blvd.
Middletown, OH 45042

513-785-3111
MURAdmission@MiamiOH.edu

Center for Veterans Services

Hamilton Campus
Mosler Hall 108
1601 University Blvd.
Hamilton, OH 45011

Middletown Campus
Gardner-Harvey Library 003
4200 North University Blvd.
Middletown, OH 45042

513-785-7733
Veterans@MiamiOH.edu