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Veteran Services
Veteran Services is here to help students navigate the paperwork necessary to apply for GI Bill® benefits. NCCC is responsible for reporting accurate and timely enrollment information to the Buffalo VA Regional Processing Office. The Buffalo RPO determines eligibility and processes payment based on this information. NCCC staff members assist with general College and GI Bill® benefit concerns and work with other college offices to expedite paperwork on behalf of our veteran population.
Benefit Checklist
2. Apply for VA Benefits
- Complete your Application for VA Education Benefits
- Send your COE to the School Certifying Official
- Change your GI Bill® school or program
- Transfer Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits
- Change your VA direct deposit
3. Apply to Niagara County Community College
- Follow the steps to complete NCCC’s application
- Qualified Veterans and Dependents: Veterans Resident Tuition Rate
4. Request your Military Transcripts
- For Army, Navy, Marine, and Coast Guard request your Joint Service Transcripts
- For Air Force, request your transcripts from The Air University
5. Apply for Federal Financial Aid
- Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
- Review and apply for scholarships
6. Certificate Of Residency
From Instructions found on Cashier’s Page.
7. Veteran Office Intake Paperwork
- Complete the intake data form (new or transfer veterans)
- Complete the intake data form (dependents)
- Schedule a new veteran orientation (new veterans)
8. Verifying Enrollment
- Verify through W.A.V.E.
- Chapter 33 Verification Process
9. Returning Veterans
- Complete the attendance form
10. Military Tuition Assistance
- Contact your respective Educational Services Officer within your military branch to begin the Tuition Assistance process.
- Complete the necessary steps to utilize to Tuition Assistance on campus.
- Once Approved, TA users, please contact the Cashier’s Office if you plan on using Military tuition assistance for the current semester.
- Return Policy Regarding Military Tuition Assistance
Active Duty Orders: Students called to active duty should bring a copy of their orders to NCCC Veteran Services (B-103). We will work with you and other offices on campus to help you avoid academic and financial penalties. Please refer to Important Information for Service Members Called to Active Duty for more detailed information.
View frequently asked questions about Veteran Services.
Contact
Joseph Potalivo
Success Coach and Veteran Services
Phone: 716-614-6283
Fax: 716-614-5291
Email: jpotalivo@niagaracc.suny.edu
Location: B-103
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