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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a deferment on my book costs?

Once you have enrolled and turned in your enrollment certification form to the veterans services office, then you are eligible for the deferment. KU Bookstore book payment deferment option contact Samantha Peterson in the Kansas Union by phone at 785-864-4687 or through e-mail at samanthap@ku.edu.

I am a present/future KUMC student and have questions regarding Veteran Services, who do I contact?

Contact Fonda Briles at (913)588-4698 or by email at fbriles@kumc.edu.

Is there a Veterans' Student Group?

Yes, The Collegiate Veteran's Association. They can be contacted at kucva@ku.edu.

Where is the Veterans Lounge?

Burge Union, Room 306.

I have questions regarding Tuition assistance for veterans, where can I find more information?

If the information is not found on this site, please direct your tuition assistance questions to the Bursar’s office. Contact Pam Williams at (785)864-5960 and/or Terry Mayne at (785)864-5928 or visit them in Strong Hall Room 21.

I just received orders and must deploy, what do I do?

Contact the VA Certifying official if you are being deployed, regardless of the time during the semester (or prior to the semester beginning) that you are being deployed. We have important information for you regarding your return to the University, your email and other information as well. You do not have to be using the Montgomery GI Bill to utilize this service.

I am a returning deployed student, what do I do to reinstate my college career at KU?

When you are ready to return, email us at kuva@ku.edu and let us know. We will assist you with your return to the University and in most cases you will be readmitted within 48 hours. We will also help put you in contact with an academic advisor, if you are required to meet with one, in order to enroll.

I served/am serving in the National Guard or a Reserve Branch, where can I find further information related to guard and reserves tuition assistance?

Guard members may apply online at www.education.ng.mil
Reserve members may apply online at the US Army WEBS system

Other Information:

Questions and Answers - This is a link to the VA Website. You can log in and contact the VA directly.
Tutoring - Reimbursement for tutoring charges is available under certain circumstances. Contact Veteran Services to apply. If you which to apply for Tutorial Assistance, please contact the Veterans Services Office in 151 Strong Hall (Walk-in's 1-4 M-F) or call 785.864.4423 for an appointment. Please note, if you are seeking a tutor or tutoring group the KU Academic Achievement and Access Center can assist with tutoring services. Additional information can be cound at www.tutoring.ku.edu.
Information regarding eligibility for reimbursement for testing and licensure.


The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression and genetic information in the University’s programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director of the Office of Institutional Opportunity and Access, IOA@ku.edu, 1246 W. Campus Road, Room 153A, Lawrence, KS, 66045, (785)864-6414, 711 TTY.