Prior to applying for the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program, you should make sure that your selected program is approved for VA training. If you are not clear on this point, VA will inform you and the school or company about the requirements.

Obtain and complete VA Form 22-5490, Application for Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance. Send it to the VA regional office with jurisdiction over the State where you will train. If you are a son or daughter, under legal age, a parent or guardian must sign the application.

If you have started training, take your application to your school or employer. Ask them to complete VA Form 22-1999, Enrollment Certification, and send both forms to VA. VA Regional Office information can be found here.

Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA)

• About the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program
• Eligibility for the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program (DEA)
  
• How much does the VA pay for the Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA)