The DD Form 295 is an official Department of Defense form. Veterans and active-duty service members use it to request evaluation of their military learning experiences for academic credit or vocational qualification. Colleges, universities, agencies, and employers accept this form when reviewing military education for civilian credit.
The American Council on Education (ACE) plays a central role in military education evaluation. ACE publishes detailed credit recommendations for military occupations, courses, and correspondence programs. Many colleges and universities follow ACE recommendations when reviewing a completed form and deciding whether to award academic credit.
The application requires detailed information from the service member. Applicants must list all relevant military courses, occupation identification numbers, and correspondence programs completed during service. Each entry must include the course name, ACE guide or publication number, course sponsor, and the date of completion. A certifying officer must verify the service record. An education officer must also review and sign the application before it is submitted to any institution or employer.
Submitting this form does not guarantee academic credit. Each school, college, or employer reviews the information independently and makes its own credit decision. Accurate and complete entries give evaluators the best information to work with. Service members often find that military training covers topics taught in civilian college programs. A properly completed application gives educational institutions the documentation they need to decide whether military service qualifies for current academic study or vocational certification.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Dd Form 295 |
| Form Length | 3 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 45 sec |
| Other names | CGI, form 295, Washington, dd form 295 |