How to Request Tuition Assistance
Requesting Tuition Assistance is the same for all branches of the military and is outlined in the steps below. Specific information regarding the type of military Tuition Assistance you are using can be found in Branch Specific Information.
- Speak with your local Education Office to ensure your eligibility for Tuition Assistance.
- Follow their instructions for how to request Tuition Assistance for your course(s). Take note of the timeframe in which you are able to request your TA indicated in the Branch Specific Information below.
- After the military approves your request, submit your Tuition Authorization form to the FSW Cashiers Office at Cashiers@fsw.edu.
- Look for a TA credit to your account within 3-5 business days of receiving your form.
Branch Specific Information
Select your branch below for more information.
Benefit Summary (Air Force/Space Force)
The following is a summary of what Air Force and Space Force Tuition Assistance will cover. Determine your eligibility with your Education Office or on the Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) portal.
TA Request Timeframe
No earlier than 45 days before and no later than 7 days before the semester begins.
Coverage
- May cover up to $250 per credit hour.
- Fiscal year cap of $4,500.
- Maximum of 18 credit hours may be covered per fiscal year.
- Airmen and Guardians are limited to 124 credit hours to complete one undergraduate program.
TA request timeframe:
- Start: 45 days before term starts
- End: 7 days before term starts
Getting Started & More
- If you have not previously used Tuition Assistance before, make sure to complete the How to Request Tuition Assistance section above.
- Visit the Air Force Virtual Education Center and ensure your account is updated with your degree program information.
- Ensure you request your TA 7-45 days prior to the start of the semester.
- FSW loads all available courses into the Air Force Virtual Education Center. If your courses are incorrect or missing, please email veteranaffairs@fsw.edu.
- Your TA authorization form must have all the correct course information, semester start and end dates, and your electronic signature. The authorization form should be sent to the Cashiers Office in-person or by email at Cashiers@fsw.edu.
- Grades for your TA courses will be automatically submitted within 30 days of the end of the semester. It is your responsibility to ensure the Air Force/Space Force receive your grades.
*State, federal, or commercial entities may impose additional requirements related to obtaining credentials in a given field. Further information can be found within the individual Program descriptions in our College Catalog.