MILITARY STUDENTS AND VETERANS
Support for Veterans, Military Service Members, and Their Families at Sagrado
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón is approved by the State Approving Agency (SAA) to provide academic education and training to students participating in various GI Bill® programs.
FIND YOUR NEXT STEP
Key information for veterans who wish to study in Sagrado.
Admissions
Complete your application online and schedule an orientation with an admissions officer.
ADMISSIONS
Study in Sagrado with a clear admissions path.
Universidad del Sagrado Corazón is approved by the State Approving Agency (SAA) to provide academic education and training to students participating in various GI Bill® programs.
- Complete the online application.
- Schedule an appointment with an admissions officer.
- Review the academic programs, costs, and available financial aid.
Registrar's Office and Certification
School Certifying Officials (SCOs)
The Registrar’s Office has officials who provide guidance and assistance to eligible students seeking benefits available to veterans, military service members, spouses, and dependent children of veterans. Ms. Yomara Figueroa Echevarría, Registrar, and Ms. Laura Figueroa, Administrative Officer, serve as School Certifying Officials (SCOs) and are duly certified by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Yomara Figueroa Echevarría
Registrar
yomara.figueroa@sagrado.edu
787-728-1515, ext. 5286 and 8061
Laura Figueroa
Administrative assistant
laurai.figueroa@sagrado.edu
787-728-1515, ext. 5287 and 8061
Other contacts
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE
Tuition Assistance and Important Dates
The Department of Defense (DoD/DoW) policy defines Tuition Assistance (TA) as funds provided by the military services or the U.S. Coast Guard to pay a percentage or all of an educational institution's tuition charges for eligible service members. To receive guidance, you must apply for benefits through the portal of your respective military branch and consult with your Education Counselor. Students are required to submit their Tuition Assistance (TA) request no later than 60 days before and at least 7 days prior to the first day of classes (see Academic Calendar).
To be certified as eligible members, students must submit the required application and documentation through me.sagrado.edu, in Student Service, Forms and Request, Registration Service Request.
| VA Standard | Start of class | Days | Registration completed |
| 60 days before the start of classes (academic calendar) | August 11th | 60 | 12 June, 2026 |
| 7 days before the start of classes (academic calendar) | August 11th | 7 | August 4th, 2026 |
COSTS AND POLICIES
Estimated costs and return of unused TA funds
Estimated study costs 2026-2027
The Study Financing Plan includes the total estimated cost, the estimated cost of living, and the financial aid available.
TA Return Policy
When a student using military tuition aid drops out, they may not be entitled to the full amount of TA funds originally granted.
View return summary
Sagrado It returns unused TA funds proportionally up to at least 60% of the period for which they were granted. The official termination date is used to calculate the percentage of TA received.
In cases of discharge due to mandatory military service, Sagrado will work with the student to identify solutions that do not result in a debt for the returned portion.
RESOURCES AND DOCUMENTS
Useful links for VA and TA benefits
TA and VA benefits
Document on Tuition Assistance, Tuition Assistance Top-Up and VA benefits.
Transfer of benefits
Information on transferring Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits for dependents.
CHECKLIST
For new veterans applying for Tuition Assistance
| Branch | Tuition Assistance Link |
| US Army | Tuition Assistance Program For Service Members | The Official Army Benefits Website |
| US Marine Corps | Marine Education |
| US Navy | https://www.navycollege.navy.mil / https://www.navycollege.navy.mil/sailors/tuition-assistance |
| US Air Force | https://myairforcebenefits.us.af.mil/Benefit-Library/Federal-Benefits/Military-Tuition-Assistance-(MilTA)?serv=20 |
| US Space Force | Enlisted Education Opportunities – US Space Force |
| US Coast Guard | https://www.mycg.uscg.mil |
For more detailed information, review the Veterans Responsibility Sheet and contact the appropriate contact person.
Take the next step with support from Sagrado.
Complete your application, review your benefits, and connect with our admissions, registration, and financial aid teams.
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