Veterans
NESA is designated as an approved institution of higher learning (IHL) for Department of Veterans Affairs higher education benefits.
Eligible students should apply through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in order to obtain a certificate of eligibility. Applications can be completed online or by calling the Department of Veterans Affairs at 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551). Once the certificate of eligibility has been received, the student should contact the Registrar who will then certify the student's enrollment information to the regional processing office (RPO). Prospective and current students who need further information are encouraged to contact the Registrar by phone at (617)558-1788, x 125.
New Post 9/11 Benefits
Only active duty service performed after September 10, 2001 may be considered for determining eligibility for this new benefit. To be eligible, a service member or veteran must have served at least 90 aggregate days on active duty and have been honorably discharged. However, individuals honorably discharged for a service-connected disability who served 30 continuous days after September 10, 2001 may also establish eligibility.
Students who are eligible for the Montgomery GI Bill under Chapter 30, Chapter 32 (VEAP), Chapter 35 (dependents and spouse of deceased or permanently disabled veterans), Chapter 1606 (formerly 106) (Selected Reserve National Guard), Chapter 1607 (REAP) are also able to utilize their respective educational benefits at NESA.
Veterans should make use of the benefits calculators located on these websites to determine which benefit is best for them. Note: once a student selects Chapter 33 Post 9/11 Veterans Education benefits, it is irrevocable.
Other helpful resources:
Department of Veterans Affairs
Newton, MA 02458