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Student Handbook

Military Personnel

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I take a Correspondence course if I am stationed outside the United States?
Yes. However, because assignments are submitted via the mail, there may be some delay in processing lessons from outside the United States.

How will I take examinations?
Most print-based distance education courses contain one or more examinations and require a proctor (someone to administer the exam). Each course listing notes how many exams you can expect in each course. The study guide for your course explains the required testing procedures. Prior to taking a midterm or final examination, submission of all previous written assignments is required.

Who can be a proctor?
Correspondence study examinations can be administered worldwide by Education Services Officers and Navy Campus Education Specialists. If you are stationed on board a ship or located in an isolated installation, any officer can be approved as a test proctor after receiving prior approval from our office.

Can I use my Veteran's Administration educational benefits?
Yes. It is the student's responsibility to coordinate benefits with the VA. The VA may submit payment directly to the University of Florida, or provide the applicant with a check made payable to the University of Florida. The Division of Continuing Education is approved to offer credit courses through the Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES) program. Members of the armed forces should consult their educational officers or nearest education center concerning individual, veteran, or tuition-supported enrollments.

Any other questions about your VA education benefits?

Call toll-free:  1-888-GI BILL (1-888-422-4551) or visit their website at http://www.gibill.va.gov/.

For local contacts, call:

John Gebhardt
Coordinator
University of Florida Veterans Affairs Office
222 Criser Hall, PO Box 114000
Gainesville FL, 32611-4000
(352) 392-1374, ext. 7413
Vacounselor@ufl.edu

Ron Scoggins
Education Liaison Representative
VA Regional Office
PO Box 1437
Saint Petersburg, FL 33731
(727) 319-5973