If you have not yet set up an account with ArmyIgnitED, your first step is to visit the ArmyIgnitED website and follow the “Get Started” steps. 

**You must use your military e-mail address to create this account. 

You will need to create an Education Path in ArmyIgnitED by selecting Winthrop University as your school and then selecting your major. 

The Veterans Benefits Coordinator at Winthrop will upload these files in ArmyIgnitED after you submit yout Education Path. No action is needed from the soldier for Step. 3. 

Once steps 1-3 have been completed, you can start the process of requesting Tuition Assistance. 

You will need to create an account with the Air Force Virtual Education Center.

https://afvec.us.af.mil/afvec/account/register

The Tuition Assistance Online Application process can be completed in six easy steps.

1. Reason for Request – Select the option that most identifies with your reason for pursuing tuition assistance.
2. Name of Your School – Select the name of the school you plan to attend from the list. If it is not available, report to the base education office and request the TA form.
3. Dates – Confirm the beginning and ending term dates for when you will attend. These dates may not be the same as the start and end dates for your classes…they are the official dates for the semester or quarter. If the term dates do not match, your TA will not be approved.
4. Course Information – Either choose from the pre-loaded course catalog or enter the information manually. If your school and term dates match, a pop up window should appear with a current course list. Choose the course numbers for all the classes you will be enrolling in for the term.
5. Registration Fees – Choose the registration fees from the list, entering each fee type and cost separately.
6. Verify Information – Review the information on your TA form to confirm that it is correct. If any of your tuition or fees are not eligible for coverage, you will receive a “VA Top-Up” GI Bill option. If you wish to use this option, follow the link to verify your eligibility. Read and agree to all conditions and certifications, enter your full name and MY AFVEC password, and submit your application.