Veterans Resource Center

Spouses of active-duty members are eligible to receive financial assistance through MyCAA.

• The My Career Advancement Account Scholarship is open to spouses of active-duty service members in pay grades E-1 to E-6, W-1 to W-2 and O-1 to O-3 who have successfully completed high school and have the ability to request tuition assistance while their military sponsor is on Title 10 military orders. Spouses married to members of the National Guard and reserves in these same pay grades are eligible. You can check your eligibility for the scholarship by visiting the MyCAA website and applying for an account.
  • Please see the neccesary documentation below -- it will require meeting with our academic counselor prior to submission. 
    • DOD EDUCATION & TRAINING PLAN
  • You can access additional information below:

As you embark on your academic journey, the VRC understands the importance of feeling supported and prepared to take on each semester. To support you in this endeavor, we are excited to announce a specials series of workshops in collaboration with our Learning Resource Center. This workshop series includes workshops on Time Management, Navigating Online Learning Tools (such as Canvas, etc), and Scholarship workshops (Yes, for the VC Scholarship Foundation!)

To accommodate all students we are hosting these workshops both in person and via zoom. Please see the scheduled dates/times/workshops by clicking the link below:

Monthly Verification Requirement - Begins Spring 2022

Beginning with terms starting after December 17, 2021, students using their Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits at an Institution of Higher Learning (IHL) facility will be required to verify their enrollment at the end of each month. Failure to verify for two consecutive months will impact their Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) and/or kicker payments. 

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is encouraging students to sign up for text message verification. This will provide students a simple and convenient verification option and ensure they receive MHA and/or kicker payment uninterrupted. 

After December 17, 2021, all impacted students with a US mobile phone number on file will receive an opt-in text as their next enrollment period approaches. Note: Students who do not have a US mobile phone number on file with VA will not be able to use text verification. They will be automatically be enrolled into email verification.  

For more information, please view the FAQ on monthly enrollment verification. 

• Apply online at www.venturacollege.edu/apply

• Set up your MyVCCCD portal using the link in acceptance email

• Watch the Orientation video in your MyVCCCD portal (under Student Resources)

• Apply for VA benefits at www.gibill.va.gov

• Every year: Submit your FAFSA for Financial Aid at www.fafsa.gov

• Submit your DD214 to Admissions & Records
  • Military family members submit the veterans DD214
  • Can be submitted in person or electronically via Secure Forms Submission

• Submit your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or Statement of Benefits to Admissions & Records
  • Can be submitted in person or electronically via Secure Forms Submission

• Request for Military Transcripts to be sent electronically to Ventura College at:
  • Army, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard: https://jst.doded.mil/official.html
  • Air Force: https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Barnes/CCAF/

• Request for all official transcripts from other colleges to be sent to Ventura College
  • Once notified, via email, that transcripts have arrived, request an evaluation of transfer credits by calling the VRC at (805) 289-6060.

• Meet with Veteran & Active-Duty Academic Counselor to complete a Comprehensive Educational Plan (book appointment in Starfish or call the VRC). 

• Register for classes on your educational plan (check registration date and register in your MyVCCCD portal)

• Each semester complete the online Veterans Agreement and Request for Certification form electronically via Admissions & Records Forms

VRC staff members and student workers are available to guide military-connected students through the process of applying to VC, enrolling in classes, connecting to benefits and securing the resources they need to comfortably reach their educational goals. 

College is a challenge and students are busy and stressed. The VRC is a comfort zone for students. A place where they can call and speak with a live person for answers, direction and hands-on support.

We work with other VC departments to solve problems so our students can focus on being students. Being able to concentrate on school without distraction reduces stress and supports student success.

The VRC's only goal is to ensure the success of our veterans, their eligible dependents, active duty, National Guard and reserve students. 

We strive to make the VRC welcoming and effective. Students who came into the VRC have given it high ratings and expressed gratitude that VC has a nice place for students to connect and receive services and support. We are open for services both in person and remotely.