MILITARY STUDENTS AND VETERANS
Support in Sagrado for veterans, military personnel and their families
La Universidad del Sagrado Corazón It is approved by the State Veterans Educational Services Approving Agency to provide academic training to students under the 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.
En Sagrado We support active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families in their educational journey. The University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs designed for non-traditional students and adults.
- Complete the online application.
- Schedule an appointment with an admissions officer.
- Review the academic programs, costs, and available financial aid.
REGISTRATION AND CERTIFICATION
Certifying officers for veterans' benefits
At the Registrar's office, we have veteran certification officers who provide information on applying for benefits as a veteran, military member, spouse, or child of a veteran. Sagrado has designated Yomara Figueroa Echevarría and Laura Figueroa as School Certifying Officials (SCO), certified according to the requirements of the Department of Veterans (VA).
Yomara Figueroa Echevarría
Register
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
Natalie Nieves
Director of Economic Assistance
natalie.nieves@sagrado.edu
ECONOMIC ASSISTANCE
Tuition Assistance and Important Dates
Tuition Assistance (TA) is a benefit paid to eligible members of the Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard, and Air Force. Each branch of service has its own eligibility criteria, application processes, and restrictions.
We recommend starting the TA application process at least one month before the start date of classes for the corresponding academic session. Submitting incorrect or incomplete information could cause delays in the distribution of funds.
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.
Deadlines
- First semester: July 15
- Second semester: November 15
- Summer sessions: April 15
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
Before the download
- Obtain copies of the diploma, the DD-214, transcripts, and medical or dental documents.
- Request your Certificate of Eligibility (COE).
- Create your MyPay, GI Bill® and eBenefits accounts.
When you get to Sagrado
- Participate in orientation activities and request a campus tour.
- Submit the immunization certificate to Admissions.
- Send the required documents to the appropriate contact person.
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.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).