Key Changes in the Updated SCO Handbook: What You Need to Know

On August 20, 2024, the Veterans Benefits Administration division for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) released a new edition of the School Certifying Official (SCO) Handbook for postsecondary and training institutions eligible to administer the VA education benefit programs.

Here are a few key updates. Links to the original and updated text are included for each.

• 85/15 Rule

  • Original text

  • Updated text

• Reductions and Withdrawals

  • Original text

  • Updated text

• Submitting Enrollment Certifications

  • Original text

  • Updated text

• Repeating Courses

  • Original text

  • Updated text

• Graduation

  • Original text

  • Updated text

• Tuition and Fees

  • Original text

  • Updated text

• Refresher Training

  • Original Text

  • Updated Text

Make sure to consult the updated SCO Handbook for further details.