Margie Pederson
Veterans Coordinator
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
11605 132nd Avenue NE
Kirkland, WA 98034-8506
(425) 739-8100 ext. 475
Fax: (425) 739-8144
We are proud to assist all veterans, reservists, active duty personnel and eligible family members who receive Veteran's Administration education benefits.
Tuition Waiver
LWIT will waive 25% of base tuition (excluding supplemental fees) for the following veteran classifications:
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Active or reserve member of military, naval, or National Guard called to active duty. Served in active federal duty under either Title 10 or Title 32 of the U.S. Code in a war or conflict fought on foreign soil or in international waters, or served in support of those that were (serving on foreign soil or in international waters). If discharged, has received an honorable discharge.
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Child and spouse of eligible veteran or National Guard member who has become totally disabled or was a prisoner of war or missing in action or who lost his or her life.
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Other Military or Naval Veterans qualify for the 25% waiver, even if they did not serve in a war or conflict fought on foreign soil or international waters, or served in support of those that were serving on foreign soil or international waters. Note: This section includes only military or naval veterans. It does not include National Guard Members.
Please provide a copy of your DD-214 to the Enrollment Service Office for determination of eligibility. Enrollment Service is located in the West Building, W201.
Required Steps for All Students Seeking Veteran Educational Assistance:
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Apply for Admission to LWIT.
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New Veterans, who have not applied for VA Education Benefits, must complete the VA Form 22-1990, "Application for VA Education Benefits".
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Veterans who have received GI Bill benefits at another college must complete VA Form 22-1995,"Request for Change of Program or Place of Training".
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Choose a degree or certificate program at LWIT, which is approved by the VA. Approved programs are listed with the Financial Aid Office and also included on the Veterans pages.
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Submit official transcripts for all colleges and military training received after high school. Please give copies of transcripts to LWIT's Enrollment Services Office.
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Register for classes at LWIT.
