At Golden West College, we proudly serve those who have served our nation. Whether you’re transitioning from active duty, currently serving, or a family member of a service member, we are here to help you achieve your educational and career goals.
We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with military life. Our dedicated staff will guide you through using your Tuition assistance or VA education benefits, such as the Post-9/11 GI Bill®, Montgomery GI Bill®, or Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E), and connect you with campus and community resources to support your success.
If you have at least 90 days of aggregate active duty service after Sept. 10, 2001, and are still on active duty, or if you are an honorably discharged Veteran or were discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days, you may be eligible for this VA-administered program. If your service ended before January 1, 2013, your Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) benefits will expire 15 years after your last separation date from active service. You must use all of your benefits by that time or you’ll lose whatever’s left. If your service ended on or after January 1, 2013, your benefits won’t expire thanks to a law called the Forever GI Bill - Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act.
The Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) program offers education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of Veterans who are permanently and totally disabled due to a service-related condition or of Veterans who died while on active duty or as a result of a service-related condition.
Students interested in using Tuition Assistance should contact the Education Officer of their unit.
AIR FORCE/MARINE/NAVY/COAST GUARD: Once you receive your TA Authorization form, please email a copy to our office at vets@gwc.cccd.edu for processing.
ARMY: Please follow these instructions for requesting TA through ArmyIgnitED
Contact us to learn why Golden West College is the top choice for military and veteran students.
vets@gwc.cccd.edu or 714-892-7711 x55144
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.
