UA Veteran and Military Affairs

The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is hosting Walk-In Hours throughout the next few weeks to assist in completing student certifications. Students may check in at the front desk of the VMA Office, 3000 Houser Hall, and we will have staff and School Certifying Officials (SCOs) on hand to address their issues immediately and on-site.



Certification Walk-In Hours

Office of Veteran and Military Affairs

3000 Houser Hall



Monday 10:00am - Noon

Tuesday 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Thursday 10:00am - Noon

Friday 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Join us for the Veteran & Military Affairs Free Flu Shot Event on
Friday, November 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the UA Student Center Seal Lobby

Free flu shots for students, faculty, and staff in partnership with the Capstone College of Nursing.

More details:
https://calendar.ua.edu/event/veteran-military-affairs-free-flu-shot-event

Mark your calendars! Registration for Spring 2025 courses begins Monday, Oct. 27. Advising worksheets (found on the VMA website) are due Friday, Nov. 14.

Wondering how the federal government shutdown may affect your education benefits? Here are a few important updates!

1. The GI Bill Hotline (also known as the VA Education Hotline) will be closed.
2. VA education benefits will continue to be processed and delivered.
3. Chapter 35 (DEA) Students: You do not need to verify your monthly enrollment for September. Payments are delayed but will be released automatically.

We will continue to share information as we learn more from the VA regarding the shutdown.

Welcome to the official page for Veteran & Military Affairs at The University of Alabama. Make sure to follow for the most up-to-date and accurate information pertinent to our military connected students, parents, and families!