Military Student Support

Military & Veteran Programs helps military-connected students complete university processes related to enrollment certification, documentation and MVP forms. Students using GI Bill®, Hazlewood Act or other military education benefits should use the resources below to complete required steps and submit documentation.

MVP Student Portal

The MVP Student Portal is used to submit applicable Military & Veteran Programs forms, certification requests and supporting documents.

Before submitting a certification request, students should complete course registration and make sure no additional schedule changes are expected.

Visit MVP Student Portal

Using the Portal

1. Sign in using your eRaider credentials.
2. Select the appropriate request for the term you need certified.
3. Complete one certification request for each applicable term.
4. Follow the instructions provided within the form.
5. Upload required supporting documents through the My Applications section of the portal.

A certification request may not move into submitted status until all required supporting documents have been uploaded.

Certificate of Eligibility

A Certificate of Eligibility, commonly called a COE, is issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and documents a student's eligibility for applicable VA education benefits.

Students who have not yet received a COE should begin by applying for education benefits through VA.gov.

How to Apply

1. Go to VA.gov and begin the appropriate education-benefits application.
2. Review the information and documentation required before starting.
3. Sign in to your VA.gov account or begin the application without signing in when that option is available.
4. Complete and submit the application.
5. After approval, VA will provide your COE or award letter.

Apply for VA Education Benefits

VA Certification Requests

Students using applicable federal education benefits must submit a certification request for each term they want Texas Tech to certify to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Before You Submit

• Complete registration for the term.
• Make sure your course schedule is as final as possible.
• Confirm that the term you need is available in the portal.
• Review the instructions included with the certification request.
• Have all required supporting documentation ready to upload.

Students should submit only one VA Certification Request for each term.

After You Submit

Continue to monitor your application through the MVP Student Portal. If additional documentation is required, upload it through the My Applications section.

Due to application volume, processing may take up to 30 business days.

Submit a Certification Request

Required Documents

Required documentation varies depending on the benefit being used and the student's individual circumstances. The certification request in the MVP Student Portal will identify documents that must be submitted.

Documents may include:

• Certificate of Eligibility or VA award letter
• Military or service documentation
• Benefit-specific forms or checklists
• Parent Institution Letter when attending another institution as a visiting student
• Additional documentation requested to complete enrollment certification

Upload documents through the MVP Student Portal rather than sending sensitive information by email unless specifically instructed otherwise.

Study Abroad

Students using military education benefits may be able to apply eligible benefits toward approved study abroad coursework. Courses generally must apply toward the student's degree, and additional requirements may apply depending on the benefit and program.

Students planning to use military education benefits for study abroad should begin planning early with their academic advisor and Texas Tech Study Abroad.

Before Studying Abroad

1. Research approved study abroad programs.
2. Confirm with your academic advisor that the courses apply toward your degree.
3. Work with Texas Tech Study Abroad to complete program requirements.
4. Complete applicable military-benefit requirements through Student Business Services.
5. Upload supporting documentation through the MVP Student Portal when required.

Visit Texas Tech Study Abroad

Military Education Benefits

GI Bill®, Hazlewood Act, Tuition Assistance and other military education benefits are administered through Student Business Services.

Use the Student Business Services Military Benefits site for current benefit requirements, certification information, payment-plan options and benefit-specific instructions.

View Military Benefits Information

Military Payment Plan

Eligible students using federal military education benefits may be able to request a Military Payment Plan through Student Business Services. The plan can provide additional time for applicable benefit payments to be processed.

Learn About Military Payment Plan

Need Assistance?

For technical assistance with the MVP Student Portal, contact Military & Veteran Programs. Include your R-number, browser and a brief description of the issue when reporting an error.

Military & Veteran Programs
West Hall, Suite 242
Phone: 1 (806) 742-6877
Email: mvp@ttu.edu

Email MVP