Veterans Affairs
Welcome service members, veterans, and families!
Robeson Community College is proud to serve our military veterans and their families. The Office of Veterans Services, located in the Financial Aid Office in Building 13, coordinates services to over 100 veterans, dependents, guardsmen, and reservists attending classes and receiving veterans’ educational benefits.
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IMPORTANT NEWS & UPDATES |
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Due to COVID-19, the Veterans Affairs Office will assist you via phone and email only. However, please note, that we are committed to serving you and helping you reach your educational goals during this pandemic. For everything you need to know about Coronavirus, please visit the VA Coronavirus FAQs and the RCC Coronavirus Response websites. |
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FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE |
- HOW TO APPLY
- VA EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS
- HELPFUL RESOURCES
- CONTACTS
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APPLY FOR BENEFITSIf you are eligible for VA benefits, you may apply online at https://www.gibill.va.gov/apply-for-benefits/application/ or contact the RCC Veterans Certifying Official for appropriate VA application form that is necessary to activate your benefits. Apply to RCC by completing the Admission’s process. APPLY NOW!
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SUBMIT DOCUMENTS
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REQUEST CERTIFICATION OF ELIGIBILITY
Once fully accepted to the College and all transcripts are received and evaluated for credit, you must do the following:
The VA Certifying Official at Robeson Community College will submit Enrollment Certification during the first week of classes (no earlier than 120 days before the semester start date). |
- Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)
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The Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) helps you pay for school or job training. If you’ve served on active duty after September 10, 2001, you may qualify for the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33).
Find out if you qualify for this education benefit by clicking below:
- The Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30)
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The Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty (MGIB-AD) can help you pay for education and training programs. If you’ve served at least 2 years on active duty, find out if you qualify for the MGIB-AD program.
Find out if you qualify for this education benefit by clicking below:
- The Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 1606)
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The Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR) program offers up to 36 months of education and training benefits. If you’re a member of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps or Coast Guard Reserve, Army National Guard, or Air National Guard, you may be eligible for this benefit. Find out if you qualify.
Find out if you qualify for this education benefit by clicking below:
- Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)
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Find out if you’re eligible for VA education benefits for dependents and survivors (also called Chapter 35 benefits). If you’re a dependent spouse or child—or the surviving spouse or child—of a Veteran, you may qualify for Chapter 35 benefits or job training through a GI Bill program.
Find out if you qualify for this education benefit by clicking below:
- Disabled Veterans Assistance (Chapter 31)
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If you have a service-connected disability that limits your ability to work or prevents you from working, the VA Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (VR&E) program—also referred to as Chapter 31—can help. Find out if you’re eligible and how to apply for vocational rehabilitation benefits and services, like help exploring employment options and any required training needs. In some cases, your family members may also be eligible for certain benefits.
Find out if you qualify for this education benefit by clicking below:
- Other VA Educational Benefits
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Learn about other VA education benefits if you don’t qualify for the Post-9/11 GI Bill. If you’re a Guardsman, Reservist, or Veteran and you’re not eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill, you may be able to get other VA education benefits through these programs:
- The post-Vietnam Era Veterans’ Educational Assistance Program (VEAP, Chapter 32)
- The National Call to Service program
An accredited representative (a trained professional trusted to help with VA-related claims) who works with a Veterans Service Organization (VSO) can help you pick the right program.
Get help from an accredited representativeThe GI Bill Comparison Tool shows you what VA education benefits you’ll get at different schools.
Use the GI Bill Comparison ToolNote: The Post-9/11 GI Bill has replaced the Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP) for Reserve and National Guard members called to active duty on or after September 11, 2001. But if you applied for REAP on or after November 25, 2015, you may still qualify for VA education benefits.
Learn more about REAP
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RESOURCES |
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| USA Gov Benefits | Request Military Service Records |
| Veterans Health Administration | WAVE Online Monthly Verification of Enrollment |
| North Carolina Women’s Veteran & Services | |
| After Deployment | National Center for PTSD |
| Access & Manage your VA Benefits | |
| VA HOSPITAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICE PROGRAM: Fayetteville: (910) 488-2120 EXT. 5225 DAV: (910) 488-2120 EXT. 7302 |
Office of Readjustment Counseling Services Vet Center Program: 2301 Robeson Street, Suite 103, Fayetteville NC 28305 | 910 488-6252 |
CONTACT US
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CHAVIS, SUSANFinancial Aid Specialist | VA Certifying Official |
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Location: 5160 Fayetteville Road, Lumberton, NC 28360 – Building 13, Mailing Address: P.O. Box 1460, Lumberton, NC 28359 Phone Number: 910-272-3352 Fax Number: 910-272-3314 Email: finaid@robeson.edu Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8 am to 6 pm, Friday: 8 am to 3 pm |
