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Located just outside of Seattle in Kirkland, Washington, Lake Washington Institute of Technology's (LWTech) Veteran Services includes the Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success (CEVSS) and Financial Aid. The Veterans Services team connects Veteran students to their educational benefits and maintains a dedication to the educational, health and wellness, and transitional needs of today's veterans. LWTech views those who have served or are serving in the United States military and their families as a distinct, diverse population with their own experiences, culture, and viewpoints.

The mission of the Veteran Services team at LWTech is to assist military-connected students in their transition to and success in their civilian life. Military-connected students include veterans; those currently serving in the National Guard reserves or on active-duty military service; and those whose parents, guardians or spouses have served or are serving in the U.S. military. We are honored to serve you.

 

Get Started Today!

Follow the steps below to get started. A paper copy of these steps may be requested by emailing veterans@lwtech.edu.

Complete your VA Education Benefit Application online

  • Once approved, the VA will send you a Certificate of Eligibility. Education claims may take up to 30 days to be processed. You may contact the VA at (888) 442-4551 for more information.
  • Complete VA form 22-1995 (veterans) or VA form 22-5490 (dependents) if you've used your benefits at a different institution.

  • Connect with our Admission Coach to get started!
  • Veterans may receive a 25% discount on tuition if they meet residency requirements, submit your DD214, member copy 4 to Enrollment Services. 

  • The assessment test provides placement information for Math and English courses.
  • To transfer credit from a previous college or military training, request for official transcripts to be sent to Enrollment Services. All prior learning must be evaluated by the end of the first quarter of attendance for classes to be certified with the VA for subsequent quarters.

  • Bring your assessment test scores and/or previous college transcripts. 
  • Make an appointment by contacting Aaron Sparks,Coordinator, CEVSS (see contact info below)

Apply at fafsa.gov. If you need help with your application, please see the Financial Aid webpage for current help sessions. Veterans may receive financial aid as well as GI Bill® Education Benefits.

  • Submit paperwork online using our Document Submission portal.
    • Certificate of Eligibility OR Entitlement Balance from vets.gov, eBenefits, or WAVE
      • For students using dependent benefits, include your sponsor's DD214
    • DD214, copy 4
      • Optional for veterans, but may be helpful for other resource referrals
      • Required for dependents receiving Ch. 35 benefits
    • Veteran Benefit Data Sheet (obtained after attending the Veteran Benefit Orientation)
    • Academic plan
    • Veteran Enrollment Verification Form (done quarterly after registration, see #9 below)

See the New Lions webpage for current session times.

You are now on your way toward the successful completion of your educational goals!

 

Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Services (CEVSS)

 

Center of Excellence for Veteran Student Success Office Information

CEVSS Hours

Day
Hours
Availability
Monday
 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Campus
Tuesday
 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Campus
Wednesday
 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Campus
Thursday
 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Campus
Friday
 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. On Campus
Saturday
Closed
 Closed
Sunday
Closed
 Closed

Contact Us

East Building, E131(425) 739-8213veterans@lwtech.edu

 

Key Contacts

Aaron Sparks

Coordinator; Veteran Center of Student Success
Office of Student Life

Email Aaron

 

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 benefits.va.gov/gibill.