GI Bill Information
Full details about the GI Bill are available from the Veteran Affairs website.
FAFSA Information
For a quick video introduction to the FAFSA, click here.
To complete the FAFSA application online, click here.
Contact Us
Office of the Registrar
P.O. Box 5000
Wilson, NC 27893
800-789-0960 (toll free)
252-399-6327 (office)
252-399-6572 (fax)
Office of Financial Aid
P.O. Box 5000
Wilson, NC 27893
800-789-1189 (toll free)
252-399-6323 (office)
252-399-6572 (fax)
U.S. VETERAN BENEFITS
Service and Honor
Barton College values your service and sacrifice in defending our country, and it is our privilege to serve you as you pursue your educational goals. Let us honor your service by providing you with personal attention and valuable guidance throughout the enrollment process. Our designated Veteran Affairs representative and a personal admissions counselor are here to assist you. Barton College is approved to enroll veterans, military, and other eligible persons in programs of education under provisions of Titles 38 and 10, United States Code. These programs include the Post-9/11 GI Bill and the Yellow Ribbon Program.You have served your country. Now, allow us to serve you.
Yellow Ribbon Program
Barton College is proud to participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program. According to the Department of Veteran Affairs, the Yellow Ribbon Program "allows institutions of higher learning (degree granting institutions) in the United States to voluntarily enter into an agreement with VA to fund tuition expenses that exceed the highest public in-state undergraduate tuition rate. The institution can contribute up to 50% of those expenses and VA will match the same amount as the institution."
Steps for Claiming Your Education Benefits
If you are a U.S. veteran or the spouse or child of a U.S. veteran, then you may be eligible for education benefits through the GI Bill. Visit the GI Bill website to determine your eligibility and to apply for benefits. Then follow the steps below:- Submit your Certificate of Eligibility or a copy of your 22-1990 Application for Benefits, as well as a copy of your DD-214, to the Office of the Registrar. If you are the spouse or child of a veteran, you must first apply for a Transfer of Eligibility from VA.
- Apply to Barton College. After being accepted for enrollment, you must register for classes.
- The registrar will certify your enrollment, and tuition and fees where applicable, with VA.
