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Veteran Student Information

Both Campuses of Pennco Tech are approved to offer GI Bill® educational benefits. Veterans and/or eligible students receiving veteran’s benefits may also be eligible for federal financial aid, scholarships, and grants.  It is recommended that a veteran student discuss their options with Pennco’s Financial Services team members before applying for student loans or alternative financing.

To be certified for VA educational benefits, veterans or eligible dependents will be required to furnish certain documents such as discharge records or other VA eligibility forms. Assistance in acquiring, completing, and submitting necessary forms may be obtained from the VA Certifying Official.

The college will certify all veterans and dependents eligible for benefits and report enrollments to the VA. Veterans who have attended other colleges must have official transcripts sent to the Registrar Office prior to certification of eligibility.  In addition, any veteran who may have previous work experience or training may be eligible to receive Credit for Prior Learning and should contact the Pennco Registrar’s office for more information.

Additional information from the Veterans Administration on understanding your benefits can be found here.

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Understanding Your Veterans Benefits

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Frequently Asked Questions

**How long do I have to use my GI Bill® benefits?**

Once you have separated from the service, you have 10 years to use all of your benefits under the Montgomery GI Bill® and 15 years to use your Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits. If you rejoin active-duty service for more than 90 days during the 10-year period, your 10-year clock is reset. This means you get 10 years from your last discharge.

**Are VA Educational Benefits Taxable?**
No. Veterans’ benefits paid under any law administered by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) are not taxable and should not be reported as income to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). You will not receive a W-2 from the VA.

**What is transferable?**
Transferability is determined by the Department of Defense. The service member must have at least six years of service and commit to an additional four years of service to transfer benefits to a spouse or child. A family member must be enrolled in the Defense Eligibility Enrollment Reporting System DEERS at the time of transfer to receive transferred educational benefits.

**What is the Deployment & Readmission Policy?**
Under the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, a student called to active duty in the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or Reserve for more than 30 days is entitled to re-enroll in the same program, with the same enrollment status, number of credits, and academic standing as when they were last in attendance at Pennco Tech. Readmission is allowed provided the student:

– The cumulative length of absences from the school due to active duty does not exceed five years.
– The student notifies the school upon completion of service that they intend to re-enroll.
– The student has not been discharged from the Armed Forces with a dishonorable or bad-conduct discharge.

**How do I alert Pennco Tech that I wish to use my VA Benefits?**
When applying as a Pennco Tech student, please inform your Admissions or Financial Services Associate that you plan to use VA Benefits for your education.

**When is enrollment verification done?**
Enrollment verification is done after the first week of school. You can expect to receive your first check approximately two months after classes begin.

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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 Website.

VETERANS BENEFITS- HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: Determine your Benefits

You may be eligible for more than one of the programs below. For help in determining which application you should submit, contact the VA office at 888-442-4551 or go to www.va.gov/education.

Programs under the Post 9/11 GI Bill® include:

For additional information on applying for benefits and transferability, refer to Applying for GI Benefits.

STEP 2: Determine your Veteran Tuition Reimbursement

Use the Tuition Reimbursement | Educational Assistance Allowance Tuition Reimbursement – Rate Tables

STEP 3: Activate your Veteran Benefits

Complete the following steps:

  • Apply for benefits through the Veterans On–Line Application (VONAPP): select “I am a new VONAPP user,” then “Create new VONAPP account.”
  • Complete the Educational Benefits application: VA Form 22-1990Enter your information.
  • Print a copy of your completed application and write down your confirmation number.
  • You should receive your “Certificate of Eligibility” (COE) indicating your entitlement, within 4-10 weeks.

STEP 4: Apply for Financial Aid & Request Transcripts

STEP 5: Enrollment and Certification of Benefits

Bring a copy of your Certificate of Eligibility to Pennco Tech’s VA Certifying Official. After you receive your Certificate of Eligibility and your attendance at Pennco Tech has been confirmed, your VA Certifying Official will confirm your enrollment with the VA.
At least 30 days prior to the start of your start date, notify your VA Certifying Official and your Pennco Tech Certifying Official, that you will be using your VA educational benefits.

STEP 6: Extend Benefits or Change Schools

If you have used VA education benefits at another institution, complete VA22-1995 to indicate the change in schools.
If you elect to convert to the Post 9/11 GI Bill® in lieu of your previous benefits program, you can apply using the VA22-1990.
Both of these forms can be submitted electronically to the Department of Veterans Affairs.

STEP 7: Verification and Payment Process
Depending on which VA program you qualify for; your benefits may be paid either directly to you or to Pennco Tech.

You may be required to verify your attendance with the VA at the end of each month.

  • Chapter 33 and Chapter 35are not required to verify their monthly attendance.
  • Chapters 30, 1606, 1607 must verify their attendance every month.
  • Chapters 30, 1606, 1607 (does not apply to Post 9/11 GI Bill® benefits). Monthly verification can be completed online through WAVEor by phone at 877-823-2378.
  • Chapters 30, 1606, and 1607pay tuition and fees upfront.
  • Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 GI Bill®)must notify the school of their Chapter 33 status. They will only bill you if you have a percentage that needs to be covered.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the enrollment or verification process, please contact our VA Certifying Officials.

Bristol Campus:  Cathy Gonzalez, cgonzalez@penncotech.edu, School Certifying Official

Blackwood Campus: Kacy Linden, klinden@penncotech.edu, School Certifying Official

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 Website.

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