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Arkansas Rehabilitation Services
Students with physical or mental disabilities may be eligible to attend college under the sponsorship of
Rehabilitation Services. Call Arkansas Rehabilitation Services at (501) 686-2800 for more information.

Veterans Affairs (VA)
Educational benefits are available under the GI Bill for eligible servicemen and women, veterans,
spouses, and dependents. Veterans may be eligible for vocational rehabilitation if they suffer a service-
connected disability in active service, and if the VA determines that they need vocational rehabilitation to
overcome the disability. Veterans who entered the military on or after July 1, 1977, may receive benefits
under the contributory plan. Complete details should be obtained from a VA counselor.

Generally, survivor and disability benefits are available to survivors of deceased veterans, spouses,
spouses of living veterans, and children between the ages of 18 and 26 years, when death or permanent
and total disability was the result of service in the military.

Go Army Tuition Assistance
The Tuition Assistance (TA) program provides financial assistance for voluntary off-duty education
programs in support of a Soldier's professional and personal self-development goals. Army Reserve
Soldiers on drill status are eligible for Tuition Assistance. Contact the U.S Army education center for
more information at www.goarmyed.com.

MyCAA
The Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts Program (MyCAA) is a career development and
employment assistance program sponsored by the Department of Defense’s (DoD) Spouse Education and
Career Opportunities (SECO) program. MyCAA helps military spouses pursue licenses, certificates,
certifications, or Associates Degree. For more information contact Spouse Education & Career
Opportunities Career Counselors at 800-342-9647.
Vocational Rehabilitation Services
In certain situations, students may be eligible to receive benefits from the Division of Vocational
Rehabilitation Services. To qualify for this program, the applicant must have a physical or mental
disability. Rehabilitation Services may pay tuition, fees, and books for the student. Rehabilitation
Services makes the determination of student eligibility.

Workforce Investment Opportunity Grants (WIO)
WIO is designed to provide training for low income or unemployed persons if definite employment
opportunities are available. Financial assistance may cover tuition, books, and supplies. Please contact the
WIO agency in your county.

Financial Aid Policies

Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy
Federal regulations require that a student receiving financial aid must meet and maintain satisfactory
academic progress (SAP). Progress is measured qualitatively and quantitatively and is monitored each
semester. All students enrolled at BHCLR who receive financial aid through any Title IV programs must
meet the SAP requirements defined below:

Repeated Course Work
Courses that you have successfully completed will be considered in determining your enrollment status
for federal financial aid.

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