Office of Registration & Records

If you fall under Chapter 1607, read below to learn what paperwork you need in order to file your claim. For further information on the Reserve Education Assistance Program and on eligibility requirements thereof, please contact the VA at 1-888-442-4551 or visit their website by clicking HERE.

If you are eligible for Chapter 1607 and have never received benefits from the GI Bill, you will need:

• BGSU Intent Form
• VA Form 22-1990
• A copy of your Member 4 or Service 7 DD-214 (discharge papers)
• DD-2384 (Notice of Basic Eligibility; get this from your reserve or guard unit)

If you are eligible for this chapter and are a transferring student or have changed your major since the last semester in which you received benefits, you will need:

• BGSU Intent Form
• VA Form 22-1995
• A copy of your DD-214 (only if you are transferring to BGSU from another school)

If you are transferring from Chapter 1606 to Chapter 1607, you will need:

• BGSU Intent Form
• VA Form 22-1995
• A copy of your most recent DD-214

 Last Updated: 08.11.11