Veterans
Valparaiso University provides dedicated resources and links to state and federal programs that support veterans through their academic journey. Contact Financial Aid for questions on eligibility and benefits.
campus services, VA benefits, and community support
Veteran Support
Valparaiso University is committed to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, and military-connected students. Explore information about educational benefits, financial aid, campus services, and government programs available to help you make the most of your Valpo experience.
Valpo Resources
Information regarding licensure or certification for particular programs. Search the catalog for your major to determine if additional training, experience, or examinations are required for your field of study. You may also view this page for additional information about professional licensure by state.
Veteran Student Services at Valparaiso University
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Resources
Indiana Career Connect Veterans Services
(follow the veterans services link on the VA site)
Student Veterans of America
A national umbrella organization connecting veterans groups on college campuses.
Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America
The nation’s first and largest group dedicated to the troops and veterans of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan.
National Veterans Legal Services Program
Empowering veterans and advocates.
Indiana Lawyers for Soldiers is a statewide network of volunteer attorneys providing legal services for Indiana National Guard personnel who are deployed or returning from a deployment. Soldiers in need of legal assistance are referred to attorneys who volunteer their time and experience to assist the myriad of legal issues that arise during the deployment of these local heroes.
The Soldiers Project offers free psychological counseling for military personnel, veterans of Iraq and Afghanistan and their families.
Additional Resources
The Veterans Project helps military veterans reintegrate into society when they come home. Our mission is to remove the stigma associated with post-traumatic stress, and raise operating funds for groups that provide psychological care, housing solutions and job training to veterans in the aftermath of war.
RecruitMilitary.com is a veteran-owned and operated firm that matches vets and their spouses with educational and job opportunities.
Soldier’s Heart is a veterans’ return and healing project addressing the emotional and spiritual needs of veterans, their families and communities. Soldier’s Heart promotes and guides community-based efforts to heal the effects of war based on strategies presented in “War and the Soul” by Dr. Edward Tick. A project of the International Humanities Center, it is dedicated to our veterans’ successful return.
Financial Aid And Student Accounts
At a Glance
Supporting Your Valpo Journey
At Valpo, our Student Financial Services team is here to help you navigate aid and student accounts with personalized support. Student Financial Services consists of the Office of Financial Aid and the Office of Student Accounts:
Office of Financial Aid
Kretzmann Hall, Suite 103
1700 Chapel Drive,
Valparaiso, IN 46383
The Office of Financial Aid helps students and families find the best path to funding a Valpo education. From completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and exploring scholarships, to reviewing your aid offer and understanding loan options, our team is with you every step of the way. We’re committed to making a Valpo education attainable for every student we serve.
Office of Student Accounts
Kretzmann Hall, Room 137
1700 Chapel Drive,
Valparaiso, IN 46383
The Office of Student Accounts is your resource for the financial details that come with being a Valpo student. That includes tuition and fee billing, payment plans, refunds, and e-bill access for students, and authorized payers. Whether you need to make a payment, set up a payment plan, or check on your account, we are happy to help.