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Isakson and Roe Act

Section 1018 of Public Law 116-315, Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2020 adds new requirements for educational institutions participating in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.)U.S.cational assistance programs. The V.A.ew V.A. provisions became effective June 15, 2021, and apply to higher learning and non-college degree institutions beginning August 1, 2021. Many of the requirements are consistent with the requirements of the Principles of Excellence, currently in Executive Order 13607; however, there are requirements in addition to those embodied in the Principles of Excellence, which schools must also satisfy to maintain approval for GI Bill® participation.

Universities will provide financial information to students using benefits under chapters 30, 31, 32, 33, or 35 of Title 38, U.S.C., or U.S.C.t U.S.C.6 of Title 10, U.S.C. wU.S.C.CU.S.C. Financing Plan (personalized shopping sheet) that contains:

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Estimated total cost of the course (includes tuition, fees, books, supplies, and any other additional costs)
Cost of Attendance

Estimates of the cost of attendance vary based on enrollment level each semester and various other factors. They consist of direct costs (expenses paid directly to the school) and indirect costs (expenses incurred while in school).

Estimated Costs
Additional financial aid information, including comparisons, can be found in Banner Self-Service by clicking "View Financial Aid."
Estimated Cost of Living Expenses
Other Federal Financial Aid (not administered by V.A.)
VA Education Benefits-Covered Costs 
  • Coverage depends on the student's eligibility and is determined by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.).
  • Veterans Affairs Education Programs
  • Tuition Waiver - VMSDEP (Virginia Military Survivors & Dependents Education Program) – Contact [[w|bursar,William & Mary Bursar/Student Accounts]] For use alone or with Chapter 35 D.E.A. benefit, if found eligible.
Facilitating Aid Package Comparisons by Different Educational Institutions
  • GI Bill® Comparison Tool – A helpful tool for exploring and calculating your estimated benefits and research-approved education programs.
  • For further information regarding your federal benefit, visit www.gibill.va.gov or review your Department of Veterans Affairs Certificate of Eligibility letter.
Student Loan Debt Amount Estimation (Upon Graduation)
Graduation Rates
Requirements for Graduation & Graduation Timeframe
Job Placement Rates for Graduates
Acceptance of Transfer Credits (Including Military Credits)
Additional Requirements for Licenses, Certifications, or Approvals 
Designated W&M Employees (Serving as a Point of Contact

Those serving as a point of contact for covered individuals and family members seeking assistance may reference the following:

  • Academic Counseling: TK Wallace ([[w|tkwallace]], 757-221-4662)
  • Financial Counseling: Rocio Ramirez & Kelly Johnson ([[w|bursar]], 757-221-1220)
  • Accessibility Counseling: Mary-Christine Bird ([[w|sas]], 757-221-2512)
  • Undergraduate Admission Counseling: Monica Pinier ([[w|monica]], 757-221-3983)
  • Undergraduate Admission Counseling for NEW students: Maura Wyrick ([[w|mewyrick]], 757-221-3982)
  • Other information at W&M for Military Affiliated Students
Other Areas to Ask
Other Resources

Resources/definitions and tools help facilitate comparisons by the individual to evaluate options when choosing a school.

  • The College Scorecard is a consumer planning tool and resource that assists prospective students and their families as they evaluate school selection options.
  • The College Navigator is a consumer tool that provides school information, including tuition and fees, retention and graduation rates, use of financial aid, and student loan default rates. It also features a cost calculator and a school comparison tool.
  • The ‘Paying for College’ site allows prospective students to enter the names of up to three schools and receive detailed financial information. You can also enter your financial aid offer information for schools you are considering for comparison purposes.
  • The Financial Aid Shopping Sheet/College Financing Plan
    A model aid offer letter is designed to simplify the information prospective students receive about costs and financial aid so they can easily compare institutions and make informed decisions about where to attend school. After the student has been offered a financial aid offer package, the shopping sheet can be accessed through your myW&M Banner Self-Service account.
  • Cost of Attendance
    To determine the total attendance cost, please get in touch with the financial aid office for your program of study.

GI Bill®™ isU.S. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (V.A.) registered trademark.

To review all guidelines from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (V.A.) Isakson and Roe Fact Sheet: Isakson and Roe Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act of 2020