Veteran's Benefits

Veterans' Benefits

Eligible veterans and eligible dependents who attend JCC can receive Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Educational Benefit payments according to the VA program.

Prior to enrolling, veterans and service members are encouraged to contact their Educational Services Officer (ESO) or counselor. The VA Coordinator/Veteran Certifying Official certifies the enrollment of eligible veterans and dependents enrolled in approved programs of study.

Getting Started

New Veteran Students

1. Apply to JCC – Complete the admissions process before using VA benefits.

Continuing Veteran Students

1. Meet with Your Academic Advisor – Register for classes that align with your approved VA degree plan.
2. Submit Your Schedule – Provide a copy to the VA Certifying Official each semester to continue receiving benefits.
3. Verify Enrollment Monthly – Required for students using Chapters 30, 1606, and 1607 (call 1-877-823-2378 or use the WAVE system). Chapter 33 students will receive a text or email from the VA to verify enrollment.

Transfer Veteran Students

If transferring VA benefits from another school:

1. Apply and be accepted to JCC.
2. Complete VA Form 22-1995 (or 22-5495 for Chapter 35 dependents) to update your training institution. Forms are available online or at the Financial Aid Office.
3. Submit Your Schedule – Provide a copy to the VA Certifying Official each semester to receive benefits.

VA students can apply for educational benefits online.

Useful VA Links

• VA Education and Training Programs
• Tuition Assistance (TA) DECIDE
• Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty (MGIB-AD, Chapter 30)
• Post- 9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)
• Montgomery GI Bill - Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR, Chapter 1606) 
• Veterans Education Assistance Program (VEAP, Chapter 32)
• Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance Program (DEA, Chapter 35)
• Current payment rates for the various VA educational and training programs. 
• VA Education and Career Counseling (Ch.36)

Forms

• If you change programs or place of training, you must complete a Request for Change of Program or Place of Training (VA Form 22-1995)
• For Post 9/11GI Bill Transfer of Benefits
• Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance (DEA, Chapter 35)
• Dependents' Request for Change of Program or Place of Training
• GI Bill Comparison Tool

JCC does not discriminate in any Education Program or Activity that it operates on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sex stereotypes, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, age, religion, veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law in admission, treatment, access to, or employment in, its programs and activities.

All inquiries regarding compliance with access, equal opportunity, Title IX, and/or grievance procedures should be directed to the Director of Human Resources, 245 College Road, Wilson Building, Smithfield, NC 27577 or via telephone at (919) 209-2025 or the Vice President of Student Services, 245 College Road, Wilson, Smithfield, NC 27577 or via telephone at (919) 209-2048.