Veterans Corner
At the University of Portland School of Business, we are honored to support veterans as they transition from military service to meaningful careers in business and leadership.
If you are eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill®, your graduate education may be fully covered. We are also proud participants in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which helps bridge any remaining tuition costs for qualified students. Your experience brings valuable perspective to our learning community—and we are here to help you turn your service into lasting impact.
WHY EVERY VETERAN SHOULD APPLY FOR VA BENEFITS
No matter how long you have served or what happened during your time in the military, you may qualify for significant healthcare access, prescription support, mental health care, vocational services, and other programs. Many of these benefits can grow over time, especially as new medical issues arise or laws change. Too many veterans miss out simply because they assume they’re not eligible.
For detailed information regarding the Yellow Ribbon Program, please contact our campus veterans certifying official. You can also email the veterans office at veterans@up.edu, or call them at 503.943.7311.
Veteran Resources
EMERGENCY ROOM CARE
- Claims must be filed within 72 hours
• ER Help Line: (844) 724-7842
• VA Community Care: (877) 881-7618
• Address: VA Office of Community Care
PO Box 30780, Tampa, FL 33630-3780
URGENT CARE
- Claims must be filed within 30 days
• TriWest Support: (800) 698-2411
• Address: TriWest VACCN Claims
PO Box 108851, Florence, SC 29502-8851
COMMUNITY CARE REFERRALS
- Referrals must be submitted via Request for Services (RFS)
• Phone: (360) 759-1674 (Option 2)
• Fax: (360) 905-1731 or (360) 759-1660
• Required documents: recent chart notes and demographics
VANCOUVER VA – RX MAIL ORDER
- Phone: (503) 220-8262
• Fax: (360) 905-1767
• Must include: recent chart note, patient full name, and address
FIND A VA-APPROVED PROVIDER
ANNUAL CERTIFICATION (for continued community care)
- PCP must submit a new RFS each year
• Phone: (360) 759-1674 (Option 2)
• Fax: (360) 905-1731
• Required: recent chart notes and updated demographics
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SUPPORT
- Portland VA: (503) 273-5187 or (503) 273-5058
UPDATE PERSONAL INFO
- VA Community Care: (360) 759-1674
VA ELIGIBILITY
- Questions about VA eligibility: (866) 400-1238
TRIWEST HEALTH INSURANCE INFO
- Claims Address:
TriWest VACCN Claims
PO Box 108851, Florence, SC 29502-8851
COMPLAINTS / SUPPORT
- Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-827-1000 (press 7)
- White House VA Hotline: 1-855-948-2311
GI BILL & VA EDUCATION BENEFITS
Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) "DO NOT USE ALL YOUR GI BILL, ALWAYS SAVE 1 MONTH FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE & AND ALWAYS USE CH 31 BEFORE GI BILL"
Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E – Chapter 31) "As long as you have 1mo left of GI bill you get all the benefits of the GI bill without using it"
Survivors’ & Dependents’ Education Assistance (Chapter 35)
- For spouses and children of disabled or deceased veterans
• Offers monthly education benefits for degree or certificate programs
• More info: https://www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-benefits/
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
This collection of resources is intended to help you navigate the world of Veterans Affairs.
