Who needs a VA Form 22-1995?
Form 22-1995 is the US Department of Veteran Affairs form, it is to be used by persons receiving VA educational benefits under the Post-9/11GI Bill, GILEAD, GIBBS, LEAP, or REAP if they want to request a change of educational program or place of training.
What is Form VA 22-1995 for?
The Veterans Affairs 22-1995 form serves as a Request for Change of Program or Place of Training. It should be filled out if a VA beneficiary wants to change school or their educational, or professional goal, or reenter a same program which was quit because of unsatisfactory attendance, poor progress or conduct.
Is Request for Change of Program or Place of Training Form accompanied by other forms?
To help speed up the process of the request consideration it is necessary to attach a certified copy of “Member 4 Copy” of DD Form 214 for each period of active service.
When is VA Form 22-1995 due?
The Request Form 22-1995 does not have a specific due date, however, while submitting it, the claimant should take into consideration that it might take the VA up to 8 weeks to consider and send the confirmation of admission to a new school or program, etc.
How do I fill out ?
The Request for Change of Program or Place must be completed according to such an order:
- 1. Claimant identification and personal information
2. Program information
3. Information about direct deposit
4. Miscellaneous information
5. Authorization by the applicant
Where do I send ?
The destination of the completed VA 22-1995 for depends on the address of the educational institution the claimant wishes to attend. Therefore, the form should be directed to the corresponding regional VA office. The addresses can be found on the 4th page of the form.
