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Veterans

Veteran Tuition Waivers

Veterans who served for at least 90 days active duty during wartime, honorably discharged or discharged under honorable conditions, and who are domiciled in Connecticut at the time of acceptance for admission at public colleges in Connecticut may be eligible for free tuition of General Fund courses. Connecticut National Guard members can also receive tuition waivers. Active duty military stationed in Connecticut, including spouse and dependents, are now eligible for in-state tuition at Connecticut Community Colleges.

To use the tuition waiver, a veteran must submit a copy of their DD-214 to the QVCC Financial Aid/Veterans Affairs Office for evaluation. National Guard members must apply to their unit for a DD-2384. Those eligible for a Guard waiver must reapply with their units each semester and have the waivers mailed to the QVCC Business Office prior to registration. These waivers do not cover Extension Fund courses, student fees, or books.

Veterans Monthly Benefits

Veterans, some spouses, and children of deceased or disabled veterans and current members of the Selected Reserves may be eligible for educational benefits.

To receive and maintain monthly benefits:

  1. Complete the process for enrollment to QVCC. Matriculate into a VA approved program of study. Provide an official transcript of all previous college credits that apply to your QVCC program of study.
  2. Submit a Certificate of Eligibility to the QVCC Financial Aid/Veterans Affairs Office.
  3. Meet with an academic advisor each semester to be sure that all courses being registered for are required for your agreed plan of study. Only courses pertaining to the major are certifiable.
  4. Bring a signed copy of the program curriculum sheet to the QVCC FA/VA Office.
  5. Register with the QVCC FA/VA Office each semester to continue benefits.
  6. Verify attendance twice per semester by returning Monthly Certification Forms (MCF).
  7. Notify the QVCC FA/VA Office of any change of program or change in credits during the semester.
  8. Maintain satisfactory academic progress.

Check with our Financial Aid/Veterans Affairs Office for further information.

Updated information regarding educational assistance and benefits can be found on the Internet at
www.gibill.va.gov

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