Veteran & Military Education

The Department of Education has been designated by the governor of the state of Iowa as the location for the Iowa State Approving Agency. The State Approving Agency is responsible for approving all GI Bill programs in Iowa for veterans and other eligible persons. Program approval is a function of the State not the Department of Veterans Affairs ( VA ).

Veteran & Military Education Overview

Our unit assists educational institutions and their staffs by providing in-depth technical assistance, outreach activities, and liaison with other organizations and agencies. We provide educational and career assistance for veterans and other eligible persons in accordance with the standards and provisions of Title 38, U.S.C., Chapters 30,32,35 and 36 and Chapter 1606 of Title 10, U.S.C.

Approved Programs 

Lists programs approved by the Veteran & Military Education Unit for veterans in Iowa.