Welcome to Veterans Affairs at Western Kentucky University!

Veterans Affairs at WKU does not work for the Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA). The office serves as a liason between WKU student veterans and dependents and the DVA. We assist students with the processing of VA forms for DVA educational benefits, advise students about certain procedural requirements, and certify enrollment of veterans and dependents to the DVA. Student entitlement is based on VA regulations. Monthly payment is determined by the number of credit hours for which that student is enrolled. The VA Coordinator also closely monitors each veteran's enrollment status and academic program according to DVA guidelines.

The Veterans Affairs office at WKU strives to meet the DVA goal of "Putting Veterans First."

As a veteran, you may be entitled to education benefits. Eligibility is determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The Office of Veterans Affairs at WKU is located in the Financial Aid Office in Potter Hall on the third floor.

Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Potter Hall, Room 337
Phone: 1-270-745-3732 (option 3)
Fax: 1-270-745-6586
Email: va.questions@wku.edu

Assistance for Gulf War Veterans

Western Kentucky University ’s Acquired Brain Injury Resource Program is dedicated to help those with traumatic brain injury to stay in school, be successful in the classroom, and to offer information about recovery from brain injury. The program has received special funding to help veterans of the Gulf War who have suffered head injuries and who are interested in taking on-line courses through WKU or any other university. Assistance is available to help purchase computer equipment, internet services and technical support for those who qualify. For more information contact Dr. Richard Dressler at (270) 745-2520, or email him at: richard.dressler@wku.edu.