General:

Q: This is my first semester at Mines, what do I need to submit?

    • Regardless of which chapter of VA Education Benefits you are using, it is important to submit a Certificate of Eligibility (COE), you will only need to submit it once. More information on how to begin the process to apply for benefits can be found here. 
    • Once you are approved to use VA Education Benefits and you receive your COE, you can submit it online through our, “Documents Upload Form”, located on our homepage
    • Finally, you must also submit a Benefits Request Form (BRF) for each semester you wish to use your benefits. The BRF can also be found on our homepage. If you are an incoming Freshman, please wait to submit this until your schedule is released to you.

Q: What is a BRF?

  • BRF stands for “Benefit Request Form.” This form must be completed each semester you wish to use your benefits (Fall, Spring, and Summer). The BRF should be completed AFTER a student has finalized their schedule for the semester. If there are any changes to a students schedule they must notify us immediately as this can affect how we certify for the semester and impact payment.

Q: Where can I submit my other military documents (COE, Sponsored Student Agreement Form, DD-214, Primary School Letter, etc.)?

    • Please use our “Document Upload Form” located on our homepage. 

Q: Do I have to use Mines Student Health Insurance Plan? What if I already have health insurance?

    • You do not have to use the health insurance that Mines offers if you have your own health insurance. If you plan on using your own you are REQUIRED to complete the health insurance waiver. More information on the health insurance waiver and deadline to submit can be found here.

 

Housing:

Q: Will the VA pay the school for my housing costs?

    • No, the VA does not pay Mines directly for housing costs. Housing stipends vary based on your VA Education benefit. For those eligible to receive a Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA), this will be paid directly to you.

Q: I can’t pay my room and board fees up front and am relying on my Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA), what can I do?

    • You have two options: (1) Take out a loan for housing and pay it off as you receive your MHA. OR (2) set up a payment plan with the Bursar’s office. Information on how to do this can be found here. If you have further questions, you can contact the Bursars Office at 303-273-3158 or email bursar@mines.edu.

 

Money:

Q: It is after the payment deadline for the semester and I see a balance on my account, what do I do?

    • If you have been certified for the semester, nothing! We process payments from the VA after census day each semester. You will not be charged late fees while this is in process.

Q: Does Mines participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program?

    • No, Mines does not participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. This is because our tuition rates to not exceed the maximum set by VA, so none of our students need Yellow Ribbon to assist with their tuition.

Q: What is COF?

    • COF is a State funded stipend available to undergraduates paying in-state tuition. More information on what it is can be found here.

 

Transfer Credit:

Q: I have completed previous military education and training, will this count towards my degree?

    • Maybe. In an effort to provide the maximum amount of credit for your previous education and training, Mines has established a review of military education and coursework. You will need to submit official copies of your transcripts from military schools for review. For more information, please visit our transfer website.

Q: How do I submit my military transcript for review?

Q: I am transferring to Mines from another school, what do I need to submit?

  • Please send your COE or Statement of Benefits to veterans@mines.edu along with your CWID. After you register for your courses at Mines you must complete the Benefit Request Form (BRF) located on the Veterans homepage. You will be required to submit the BRF every semester you wish to use your benefits.

Q: I am a Mines student, but want to take additional classes at a community college. Can I use my VA benefits to cover those?

  • Yes! Follow the steps below:

  • -Meet with your advisor to determine what courses you can take at your preferred community college that will successfully transfer and count towards your degree.

    -Email the following to veterans@mines.edu after you have registered at your other school:

    • 1. Your full name and CWID
    • 2. Name of the community college you are attending
    • 3. List of course(s) you will be taking there and which course they are equivalent to here at Mines. Example: I will be taking PHY 2112 to transfer in as PHGN 200

    -Once received, we will email you a Parent Letter (sometimes called a Primary Letter) to give to the VA School Certifying Official (SCO) at your community college.

 

Don’t see an answer to your question? Please contact us at veterans@mines.edu.