Tuition Assistance Program (Military Students)
Tuition for active-duty military personnel participating in the Armed Forces Tuition Assistance (TA) Program is published in the Financial Assistance section of the University Catalog.
Students utilizing TA must:
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Submit Air Force Form 1227 (or equivalent branch-approved authorization) with each enrollment application
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Obtain required approvals before enrollment
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Ensure TA authorization is approved before the term begins
TA funds for eligible students are released no earlier than 45 days before the start of classes.
Please note:
Books, supplies, and applicable fees are not covered under Tuition Assistance. Students are responsible for these additional costs.
Enrollment Changes
Add/Drop Policy
Students may add or drop courses without financial penalty until the Official Enrollment Date of the semester.
When using TA, all schedule changes must be approved by:
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The Military Education Center
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The Director of the McMurry–Dyess Program
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The Registrar’s Office (as applicable)
After the Official Enrollment Date, there is no refund for individual dropped courses if the student remains enrolled in other classes.
Withdrawal Policy
A withdrawal occurs when a student drops all courses for the semester.
To withdraw, students must:
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Submit written notification
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Provide the reason for withdrawal to the Director of the McMurry–Dyess Program.
Because TA billing is processed after the University’s institutional refund period, students who withdraw within the University’s refund window will be billed according to the published refund schedule.
Return of Tuition Assistance (TA)
In accordance with Department of Defense (DoD) regulations:
If a student withdraws from a course before completing 60% of the term, McMurry University must return unearned TA funds directly to the appropriate Military Service branch.
As a result:
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A portion of TA funds may be returned to the Military branch
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The student may be responsible for any outstanding balance owed to the University
Calculation of Earned TA
Earned TA is calculated based on the official withdrawal date using the following formula:
Calendar Days Completed ÷ Total Calendar Days in the Term = Percentage of TA Earned
The remaining percentage is considered unearned and must be returned.
Additional Information
Students are encouraged to consult with the McMurry–Dyess Program Director or the Financial Aid Office before making enrollment changes that could impact Tuition Assistance eligibility or financial responsibility.
McMurry-Dyess Program Director
The McMurry-Dyess Program Director serves as your primary point of contact for admissions support, tuition assistance, and connecting you with your academic advisor.
Before scheduling an appointment, please consult your Education Center representative (Education Services Officer, Education Counselor, or CCAF Advisor) for initial guidance.
