Veterans Affairs Education Benefit Programs

Most commonly, students under Chapter 33 will receive tuition and fee payment, monthly housing allowance (MHA) and a book and supplies stipend.

The housing and the book and supply stipend will be sent directly to the student, and the Tuition and Fees payment will be sent directly to the school.

No, the National Maximum applies to Private or Foreign Schools. UCSF is a public institution and the school’s maximum reimbursement per year is All Tuition & Fee Payments for an in-State Student.

The MHA is generally the same as the military Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) for an E-5 with dependents; based on UCSF’s zip code 94143. To find the most current rates, search for University of California-San Francisco on the VA Website.

**Section 501 and 107 of the Colmery Act have been postponed to due technical issues.

Up to $1,000 paid based on your enrollment.

For a list of approved programs please visit the VA website and search University of California-San Francisco. If your program is not listed, contact the UCSF Certifying Official, Christine Coleman.

Yes. If you have specific questions, please contact the UCSF Certifying Official, Christine Coleman.

The MHA will be paid at the beginning of each month for the prior month. Example: You will receive July’s payment in the beginning of August.

No. Any veterans’ benefits paid under any law administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) should not be reported as income to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You will not receive a W-2 from the VA.

You can sign up for Direct Deposit through the WAVE system or by calling 888-442-4551.

You contact the VA Regional Office Education Call Center at 888-442-4551, Monday-Friday 7AM to 7PM (CST)

Yes, Student Health Insurance is covered under Chapter 33 Benefits.

No, Student Health Insurance is not covered because an individual receiving Chapter 31 is covered through VA Healthcare. All students receiving Chapter 31 will need to complete a waiver request through UCSF Student Health