Veterans Information

TVCC Veteran Services “Getting Started” Check List

1. Apply for Admissions online at
    https:\\www.tvcc.cc

2. Review and decide on what VA Education benefit to use:
    https://www.gibill.va.gov

3. Complete, submit, print, and sign your VA application at
    https://vabenefits.vba.va.gov/vonapp/main.asp

4. Apply for Financial Aid at
    https://www.fafsa.ed.gov

5. Take the placement tests: Math, Writing in TVCC’s testing center
    TVCC Testing Center

6. Declare a program of study. 
    TVCC Degrees

7. Meet with an Academic Advisor. 
    Academic Advising

8. Enroll in classes that apply toward your declared program. 
     MyTVCC

9. Complete a “Veterans Request for Certification form” this form is required each term you attend. 
    Veterans Packet

10. Order transcripts from all sources-military & other colleges/universities (these must arrive and be evaluated by the end of the first term of        attendance) at
    https://jst.doded.mil/official.html

11. After completing the above steps, and the TVCC Veterans Services in-house paperwork, set an appointment with the School Certifying           Official to have your file reviewed (Certifying Officials are listed in the above Veterans Packet).

12. Attach a copy of your Certificate of Eligibility.

13. You must bring a new “Veterans Request for Certification Form” to the Veterans Certifying Official for any and all changes (adds, drops, or WHEN YOU ENROLL in a new term). Failure to do so may result in termination, overpayment of benefits, and/or could affect future eligibility.