Veterans Affairs

Getting Started

Eligibility for Veterans Education benefits is determined by the Veterans Administration, not Western Piedmont Community College. You may contact the VA Administration at 1-888-442-4551 to confirm your eligibility.

WPCC provides forms used to apply for VA Education benefits. Persons eligible to receive benefits under Chapters 30, 32, 1606, or 1607, should process an application with the VA Certifying Official in Hildebrand Hall 117 as follows:

1.  Have you received VA Education Benefits before?

YES - Complete VA Form 22-1995, Change of Program or Place of Training, with the VA Certifying Official in HH 117.

NO  -  Complete VA Form 22-1990, Application for VA Benefits, in one of the following ways:

1. Apply online at http://www.gibill.va.gov and click on Electronic Application. After you submit your application, bring a copy of application and signature page to VA Certifying Official in HH 117.
2. Complete the VA Form 22-1990 (paper copy) with the VA Certifying Official on campus available in HH 117.

2.  Provide copy of DD-214 or NOBE.

3.  Choose a VA approved program of study.

Most WPCC Academic Programs that award a degree, diploma or certificate are approved. Consult with VA Certifying Official if you have questions.

4.  Meet all WPCC and VA admission requirements.
 

• Complete a WPCC Application for Admission.
• Submit official high school or GED transcripts to WPCC.
• Submit official transcripts from all colleges attended.
• Obtain formal evaluation of all college transcripts and any military training with WPCC Transfer Counselor.
• Complete any required placement testing.

5.  Provide copy of registration form with class schedule to VA Certifying Official at the beginning of EVERY semester you wish to receive benefits.

6.  Inform the VA Certifying Official immediately of ANY changes in enrollment status (i.e., add or drop a class, withdrawal, etc).