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How Veterans and Dependants Get Started at CCC

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1. To apply for VA Educational Benefits complete the online application. Follow the step by step instructions to submit the application.  Once the application has been approved by the VA, the service beneficiary will receive the Certificate of Eligibility (COE).  Submit the COE and a copy of the DD214 to the SCO in the Financial Aid Office.   Scan the DD214, attach to an email and send to the school certifying official (SCO). All documentation must be submitted before certification for courses can occur. No exceptions are allowed. This is done to ensure that your benefits are covering the education that you deserve.  
   
   

Enrollment is a two part process. The first portion will be facilitated viaVeterans Affairs. The second portion will be facilitated via the CCC resources.   Below are ways to utilize your VA Educational Benefits with ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ. Follow the steps for the chapter that applies to you.

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Make sure to go to and create an account if you haven't done so already. Follow instructions for creating a login and password Once you've completed these steps above, you can begin the application process. (Please notify us if the links are not working so we can update this process)

Use the link below if you need assistance with your VA.gov account

 

Returning Students

If you were using the benefits last semester, there is no requirement for you to re-apply to the VA for benefits or complete any additional paperwork. You simply need to notify the Veterans Services Office when you have registered for classes.

Transfering Students

If you have used VA Benefits at a different school and are now coming to CCC, the VA requires you to complete a Make sure you are using the 22-1995 form. 

 

 

First Time Chapter 33 – Post 9/11 GI Bill®

First Time Chapter 30 - Montgomery GI Bill®

First Time chapter 1606/1607 - Selected Reserve Chapter 1606 / Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP)

 

First Step:  Apply for your benefits online  Make sure you are using the 22-1990 form

Second Step:  Submit a copy of your DD214 and Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to the Veterans’ Benefit Coordinator at Colby Community College.

 

 

First Time Chapter 33-Post 9/11 GI Bill® Dependent TOE (Transfer of Entitlement)

 

First Step:  Your sponsor will need to apply to the Department of Defense to transfer their GI Bill® l to you.  They can do this on the . 

Second Step:  Once the transfer has been approved, you will need to apply for the GI Bill® benefits on Make sure you are using  the 22-1990E form

Third Step:  Submit a copy of your DoD Transfer Approval letter and Certificate of Eligibility (COE) to the Veterans’ Benefit Coordinator at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ.

 

 

First Time Chapter 30-Montgomery GI Bill® DEA

 

First Step:  Apply for your benefits on . Make sure you are using the 22-5490 form

Second Step:  Submit your Certificate of Eligibility.

 

 

 

First Time Chapter 31- Veteran Rediness and Employment

 

First Step:  Meet with your for approval of VA benefits and they will send CCC your VA contract. Make sure you are using the 28-1900 form.

Once you've completed these steps above you can begin the enrollment process. 

 

Changing your place of Training to CCC

If you have used VA Benefits at a different school and are now coming to CCC, the VA requires you to complete a Make sure you are using the 22-1995 form. 

 

 

ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ÊÓƵ Required Steps

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1. Student must be degree seeking with a declared major.  To declare a major the student should complete the Declaration of Major form and complete the application for admission to CCC.
   
   
2. Only VA approved courses required for certificate or degree programs will qualify for payment with VA Educational Benefits.  Advisors must sign off on the degree plan before each term.  If you don’t know who your Advisor is contact the Registrar’s office at 785-460-5509.
   
   
3. Students must be pre-enrolled in courses and an academic plan must be submitted to the SCO before each term.  Veterans are paid according to the number of credits in which they are enrolled and the length of term and/or course.  The student must email the SCO immediately when a class is added or dropped.  Failure to notify the SCO could create an overpayment which the student would be responsible for paying back.
   
   
4. Veteran students are eligible to receive financial aid and VA benefits. To apply for financial aid go to .  Once you have submitted your application, wait one week and then contact the Financial Aid office to verify receipt of the application.
   
   
5. Veteran students who have been previously enrolled in college coursework and have not met satisfactory academic progress (SAP) may not qualify to receive veteran’s benefits until they return to good academic standing. Official transcripts must be received by the Registrar’s Office before course work can be certified for educational benefits.  It is highly recommended that all students become familiar with the CCC SAP policy.

CCC cannot determine eligibility for VA benefits, cannot advise on VA benefits, nor determine the amount of assistance. Please speak to your Education Service Officer (ESO) or counselor within the Military Service prior to enrolling or for questions regarding benefits.
 

Through the VA-Once system, CCC will verify the total credit hours enrolled and cost for tuition/fees.

Additional information is available on the website.