2025-2026 School of Nursing Yellow Ribbon Application

Yellow Ribbon Program supplements the base benefits of the Post-9/11 GI Bill® by allowing educational institutions to enter into dollar-for-dollar matching agreements with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. Participation in this supplementary program is determined by Columbia's participating schools on a first-come, first-serve basis and is available only to students who meet the 100% entitlement according to their VA-issued Certificate of Eligibility.

Check your eligibility here: http://sfs.columbia.edu/content/post-911-gi-bill

Please note, this application is for current students only. Applicants are not eligible to apply for the Yellow Ribbon Program.

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Email Address

Birthdate

UNI:

PID #

Program

Are you 100% eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill?

Yes

No

Statement of Understanding

I understand that the Department of Veteran Affairs formally establishes eligibility for the Post - 9/11 GI Bill's Yellow Ribbon Program and that this Request for Participation is contingent on Department of Veteran Affairs' approval for such benefits.

Yes

I believe I am 100% eligible for the Post 9/11 GI Bill based on at least one of the following qualifications set and determined by the Department of Veterans Affairs:

I served an aggregate period of active duty after September 11, 2001, of at least 36 months.

I was honorably discharged from active duty for a service-related disability, and I served 30 continuous days after September 11, 2001.

I am a dependent eligible for Transfer of Entitlement under the Post-9/11 GI Bill based on a veteran's service under the eligibility criteria listed above.

I have applied for the Post 9/11 GI Bill.

Yes

No

I certify that I have received my Department of Veterans Affairs for my Certificate of Eligibility and I will submit it with this application. OR I certify that I have applied for my Certificate of Eligibility from the Department of Veterans Affairs and understand I have eight weeks from submission of this Request for Participation to submit it to the Office of Financial Aid or I will be removed from the Yellow Ribbon Program participation list.

I acknowledge that Yellow Ribbon Program funds are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis measured from the date this Request for Participation form is received by the Office of Financial Aid.

Yes

I understand that submitting this form does not guarantee my admittance to the Yellow Ribbon Program.

Yes

I understand that if I am required to withdraw and then reapply, for admission to Columbia University School of Nursing for any reason, Columbia University will not continue to hold my spot in the Yellow Ribbon Program.

Yes

I understand that Columbia University School of Nursing is not required to continue making Yellow Ribbon Program contributions if I am not in good academic standing or if the College's participation ends.

Yes

I understand that Yellow Ribbon awards will be distributed during the fall and spring terms through September 2025 - May 2026. No awards will be received during the summer terms.

Yes

The information I submit on this form is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. By entering your name below you have read, understand and agree to the terms for the Yellow Ribbon.

Additional Information

After submitting an application students can expect to receive a status update after the deadline, Wednesday, October 1, 2025.

If you have any questions about your application please contact:

Camille Amantine
Sr. Financial Aid Coordinator
Columbia University School of Nursing
560 West 168 Street, Room 106
New York, New York 10032
P:(212) 305-5756
E:ca2903@cumc.columbia.edu