21.5725—Obtaining benefits.
(a) Actions required of the individual.
In order to obtain benefits under the educational assistance and subsistence allowance program, an individual must—
(1)
File a claim for benefits with VA, and
(2)
Ensure that the accredited institution certifies his or her enrollment to VA.
(b) VA action upon receipt of a claim.
Upon receipt of a claim from an individual VA shall—
(1)
Determine if the individual, or the veteran upon whose service the claim is based, has or had basic eligibility;
(2)
Determine that the eligibility period has not expired;
(3)
Determine that the individual has remaining entitlement;
(4)
Verify that the individual is attending an accredited institution;
(5)
Determine whether payments may be made for the course, and
(6)
Make appropriate payments of educational assistance and subsistence allowance.