Veterans Affairs (VA) Education Benefits Information
For the PharmD program, the Office of Student Affairs assists students with Veterans Administration (VA) education benefits. All new students interested in using VA education benefits must submit the following documentation and forms to Sandeep Devabhakthuni, associate dean for student affairs, prior to the start of the semester enrolled.
- VA Declaration of Intent must be submitted every semester
- Copy of Certificate of Eligibility
Active, full-time members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, or Marines are eligible for in-state tuition if stationed in the state of Maryland, and with the appropriate documentation. The University of Maryland, Baltimore’s Office of the Registrar determines in-state status. Please refer to the Application for In-State Classification for more information.
Questions?
Please contact Dr. Devabhakthuni for any assistance.
Email: sdevabha@rx.umaryland.edu
| I Need Help With... | Contact |
|---|---|
| Admissions Procedures | How to Apply |
| VA Education Benefits for Doctor of Pharmacy Students | Sandeep Devabhakthuni, PharmD School Certifying Official (PharmD Program only): sdevabha@rx.umaryland.edu |
| Residency Status | University of Maryland, Baltimore Office of the Registrar: https://www.umaryland.edu/application/ |
| Academic Counseling | Sandeep Devabhakthuni, PharmD, BCCP Associate Dean for Student Affairs sdevabha@rx.umaryland.edu |
| Financial Counseling | Financial assistance for prospective students: https://www.umaryland.edu/fin/prospective-students/ Financial assistance for current students: https://www.umaryland.edu/fin/current-students/ To make an appointment with UMB’s Student Financial Assistance Office: https://umdfinancial.mywconline.com/ To ask questions of UMB’s Student Financial Assistance Office, email pharmd@umaryland.edu |
| Educational Support and Accommodations | Educational Support and Disability Services (ESDS office): https://www.umaryland.edu/disabilityservices/ |
| Academic Requirements for the PharmD Program | Student Performance and Progression Policy |
| Academic Calendar | https://www.umaryland.edu/registrar/academic-calendar/ |
| Graduation Information | https://www.umaryland.edu/registrar/graduation/ |
Learn More About the PharmD Program
Interested in learning more about the PharmD program at the School of Pharmacy? Request a program brochure with admissions material, or ask a question about the admissions process.
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