Compliance with 38 U.S.C. § 3679(f)

Find out about 38 U.S.C. § 3679(f) and how 51³Ô¹ÏÍøcomplies with its requirements, including cost transparency, educational plans, accreditation, and ethical recruitment. 

What is 38 U.S.C. § 3679(f)?

This federal regulation establishes requirements for educational institutions participating in VA educational assistance programs. 51³Ô¹ÏÍøis fully committed to compliance, as detailed below.

How does 51³Ô¹ÏÍøprovide personalized cost information to students?

51³Ô¹ÏÍøoffers students the U.S. Department of Education’s College Financing Plan (CFP), which details the total cost of education and financial aid packages, including federal military and Veteran education benefits. Students can access their CFP anytime via the student dashboard under the “View Financial Aid” page in the financials menu.

Does 51³Ô¹ÏÍøoffer tools to manage loans?

Yes. The financials menu in includes a loans page detailing existing student loans and a repayment calculator to estimate repayment options after graduation.

Where can military and Veteran beneficiaries find their educational plans?

  • Undergraduate students: Degree plans and progress reports are available via the student dashboard. Get more guidance on how to find those pages here.
  • Graduate students: Academic schools provide degree plans. A comprehensive list is available in the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøcatalog.

Who is the point of contact that supports service member and Veteran students and their families?

SMU’s Veteran Services Office offers academic and financial advising, and other student support services (including access to disability counseling) for service member and veteran students and their families. Contact information:

6185 Airline Road, Dallas, TX 75205
214-768-4348
VABenefits@smu.edu

How does 51³Ô¹ÏÍøaccommodate service members and reservists with service obligations?

51³Ô¹ÏÍøsupports service members and reservists who cannot attend classes or need to pause their studies due to military service obligations. Those absent for longer than two semesters can apply for re-admission under policies outlined for undergraduates and graduates.

Does 51³Ô¹ÏÍøensure accreditation for all new programs before enrolling students?

Yes. 51³Ô¹ÏÍøis accredited by the 51³Ô¹ÏÍøAssociation of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. 51³Ô¹ÏÍøcollaborates with the State Approving Agency (SAA) to ensure all new programs meet accreditation standards before enrolling students. A full list of accreditations is available here.

How does SMU’s refund policy support students?

SMU’s institutional refund policy adheres to Title IV standards, which governs the administration of federal student financial aid programs.

How does 51³Ô¹ÏÍøensure ethical recruitment practices?

To eliminate aggressive marketing tactics that target service members, 51³Ô¹ÏÍøprohibits all forms of inducements or bribes, including gratuities, discounts, entertainment, hospitality, loans, transportation, lodging, meals, or any items of significant monetary value for the purpose of securing the enrollment of service members or gaining access to Tuition Assistance (TA) funds.

51³Ô¹ÏÍødoes not engage in high-pressure recruitment marketing. Additionally, 51³Ô¹ÏÍødoes not provide commissions, bonuses, or incentives tied to securing enrollments or federal financial aid, including TA funds, to individuals involved in student recruitment, admissions, or decisions regarding the allocation of financial assistance.