Veteran Services

The Office of the Student Records welcomes veterans, their spouses and dependents to the University of Maine at Presque Isle!  We take pride in our commitment to those who have served our nation and their families. Now let us serve you by supporting your academic goals.

UMPI’s Veterans Services is an on-campus resource for veterans, service members, and their eligible families. You will find a wide range of courses, degrees and services available to you at our Presque Isle campus and at the Houlton Educational Outreach Center.

VA Education Benefits for Veterans and Dependents

Montgomery GI Bill Active-Duty Program (Chapter 30)

Montgomery Gi Bill Selected Reserve Program (Chapter 1606)

Veterans Readiness and Employment Program (Chapter 31)

Post 9/11 GI Bill Transferring Entitlements to Dependents (Chapter 33)

Post 9/11 GI Bill “R” Benefits (Chapter 33)

Dependents Education Assistance Program (Chapter 35)

Designated Contacts

for VA Educational Benefits and Military Tuition Assistance

Headshot photo of Gigail Cureton.

Gigail "Gail" Cureton

Veterans Coordinator
Phone
(207) 768-9567
Email
gigail.cureton@maine.edu
Taryn Payne.

Taryn R. Payne

Degree Audit Specialist
Location
Suite 122 Preble Hall
Phone
(207) 768-9548
Email
taryn.beaumont@maine.edu

Military Tuition Assistance (TA)

The University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) participates in a partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense. As part of this partnership, the university has an active Memorandum of Understanding with the DoD allowing us to maintain our commitment to supporting the education of our military-affiliated students using tuition assistance.

You must be currently serving in an active or reserve capacity to be eligible to receive Tuition Assistance.

UMPI is approved to accept Tuition Assistance payments from all DOD branches of service.

Tuition Assistance typically covers up to a maximum of $250 per semester hour and up to between 16-18 semester hours per year (the fund amount and/or number of credits may vary by service branch).

General Funding Guidelines

  • Can be classroom-based or online coursework
  • Student must be officially registered, enrolled and earn a grade or credit for course
  • Course must be part of an approved academic degree or certificate program
  • Not authorized for programs of study beyond a master’s degree
  • Funds apply to course tuition only; may not be used to pay for books, materials, institutional fees or retaking a course previously taken

Military Tuition Assistance Resources

Eligible Service members must receive approval from an Educational Service Officer or counselor within their Military Service prior to enrolling.

ALL TA requests MUST be REQUESTED AT LEAST 7 DAYS BEFORE THE CLASS START DATE

Once you have completed your TA submission through the appropriate portal, please send approved TA forms to UMPI-VETS@maine.edu for processing.

A credit will be placed on your student account for the anticipated amount of your TA. At the end of the term, if your service branch fails to pay for your Tuition Assistance, the credit will be reversed, and you will be responsible for all charges. Visit the Student Financial Responsibility Statement website for more information. If you drop classes during the 100% refund period, the TA credit will be removed from your student account.

Branch Portals

Each branch has a specific process to apply for TA – Select the link for your branch and follow the respective instructions.

If you do not see your academic program at University of Maine at Presque Isle listed in the Tuition Assistance portal for your service, please email UMPI-VETS@maine.edu.

Access to Tuition Assistance

By following the guidance of the DOD, we can ensure that all military members have access to what they need to make informed decisions about where to attend school and about how their tuition assistance benefits will interact with their chosen educational programs.

For concerns about compliance with the DOD Memorandum of Understanding, please email our office at UMPI-VETS@maine.edu.

Information and Resources

  • Application for Undergraduate Admissions is easy and free.
  • In-state tuition rate for veterans, active-duty service members and eligible family members (One of the following documents is necessary for eligibility: VA Certificate of Eligibility, DD-214 (Honorable Discharge)
  • Apply for your VA Education Benefits. The VA will send you a Letter/Certificate of Eligibility. Please be sure to send a copy of your Letter/Certificate of Eligibility to the School Certifying Official.
  • New students utilizing their VA Education benefits must submit either their Certificate of Eligibility, which can be obtained online, and/or a copy of your Application for VA Benefits (VA Form 22-1990) or Request for Change of Program or Place of Training (VA Form 22-1995) to the School Certifying Official (SCO) in the Office of Student Records before their enrollment may be certified.
  • Student Military Mobilization and Activation Policy
  • All students seeking VA education funding must complete the Veterans Request for Certification form prior to the beginning of each term.
  • To talk with a VA Education Benefits Counselor, call the VA Education Call Center at (888) 442-4551.
  • Credit for Military Training & Experience
    • Veterans may receive credit for learning gained through documented military training and experience. Applicants should submit a copy of their military transcript which can be obtained online.
  • Contact the Maine Bureau of Veteran’s Services and self-identify as a veteran to ensure access to all benefits to which you are entitled.
  • The Maine Veterans’ Benefits and Resources Guide provides information on a broad range of benefits.
  • Access and your VA & DoD Benefits 24/7

Other Important Links

Code of Federal Regulations Part 668 – Student Assistance College Navigator Veterans Admissions Info

Office Location

Office of Student Records

Veteran Education Benefits
122 Preble Hall, 181 Main St.
Presque Isle, ME 04769-2888

Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday 8 a.m – 4:30 p.m
(closed on Federal holidays)

Phone: (207) 768-9567
Fax: (207) 768-9458
Email: UMPI-vets@maine.edu

*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 Web site at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Please note: UMPI Veterans Services is not part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs nor is the staff employed by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Images displayed on this website do not imply endorsement by the U.S. Department of Defense or the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.