Maintaining Veterans' Records

In compliance with 38 CFR 21.4253 (accredited programs) and 21.4254 (non-accredited programs), the records of students under the GI Bill® program must be available for review by authorized government representatives. A recommended way to organize veterans records follows.

On the left side of the folder:

• All 22-1999
• All 22-1999b
• Any correspondence from VA relating to the student

On the right side of the folder:

• Transcripts from all colleges and schools, current and previously attended
• Transfer evaluations
• Copies of drops/withdrawal forms, when applicable
• Remedial/deficiency course documentation certified to VA
• Conduct reports, if any
• Other relevant school documentation

Non-accredited, non-college degree, apprenticeships, and on-the-job programs have additional requirements, which can be found in 38 CFR 21.4209 (c) and (d).

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.