Credit for Military Service (HB 269)
House Bill 269 makes military veterans who enroll at Texas Southern University and meet certain requirements eligible to receive undergraduate credit for military service.
Note: Credit awarded under HB 269 is awarded for military service and is separate from military transfer credit awarded for military training, occupations, and coursework completed while serving. There is a separate process for evaluating military coursework and training.
Eligibility Requirements
Students may be eligible for Military Service Credit if they:
- Graduated from a public or private high school accredited by a generally recognized accrediting organization or from a high school operated by the U.S. Department of Defense.
- Completed at least two years of service in the U.S. Armed Forces or were discharged because of a disability.
- Received an Honorable Discharge.
Accepting Credit
Not all degree programs have general elective coursework available within the degree plan. Students should consult with their academic advisor and their college to determine the number of credits that can be applied toward their degree requirements before requesting Military Service Credit. TSU will not accept HB 269 credit that has been granted by another institution.
If you have any questions regarding Military Transcript Credit, please contact Katie Carter at katie.carter@tsu.edu
Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard
Request your Joint Services Transcript (JST):
Air Force and Space Force
Request your Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) transcript:
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Important Information
Military Service Credits will not be removed once awarded.
Students should understand how Military Service Credit may affect:
- Tuition Rebates
- Texas B-On-Time Loan Forgiveness
- Excess Credit Hours that may result in higher tuition charges
- Financial Aid Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) requirements
Students should consult with their academic advisor for guidance regarding the number of Military Service Credit hours that can be used in their degree program to avoid possible negative effects.