G.I. Bill

The Admissions and Records Office offers assistance and information to Veterans and eligible dependents regarding VA Educational Benefits. The Veterans Benefit Specialists/Certifying Officials are located in the Student Services and Administration Building in the Admissions and Records Office.

For information regarding eligibility, application for benefits, enrollment verifications, and frequently asked questions, please visit the Dept of Veteran’s Affair website at www.gibill.va.gov or call 1-888-442-4551.

The Veterans Benefit Specialists/Certifying Officials are available to see Veterans and eligible dependents using their educational benefits Monday - Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Friday - closed. If you have questions regarding your benefits, please contact either one of the certifying officials for assistance. We have two certifying officials that you can contact based on your last name.

Veterans and eligible dependents must complete the steps outlined below to start using their G.I. Bill. Please download the packet in step 7.

Step 1  Complete our online application for admission at www.oxnardcollege.edu/apply.

• Scroll to the bottom of the page. Begin application to Oxnard College and submit.
• You will receive 2 emails. First, that your application was received.   Secondly, a link to set up your MyVCCCD student account for registration.
• If you do not receive a second email within an hour of submitting your application, contact the Admissions Office for the status of your application at (805)986-5810.
• Students will be prevented from registering for classes until their MyVCCCD account is set up.

Step 2  Apply for Financial Aid (optional, but recommended)

• Complete the on-line BOG Fee Waiver (enrollment fees only)
• Submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)
• Cost of Attendance
• Fees
• If you have questions or need assistance regarding Financial Aid, please call Kathy Cline at 1-805-986-5800 Ext 7668.

Step 3  Apply for VA Education Benefits online at www.gibill.va.gov  

• If you are eligible for another benefit program as well as the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33), you should review the side-by-side comparison of benefits under each program.
• If you have any questions regarding VA Benefits, contact VA at 1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551).
• VA Office hours are Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm (Central Time).

Step 4  Submit official transcripts from prior institutions

• Transcripts must be submitted in a sealed envelope.
• Submit military transcripts (SMART, AARTS, CCAF, and CGI). 
• Unofficial transcripts can be used for the initial counseling appointment.
• To comply with VA regulations, official transcripts must be submitted within two semesters of beginning GI Bill benefits.  

Step 5  Complete the assessment process

• No appointment is needed for assessments. All assessment sessions are walk-ins. The assessment evaluation will provide important information to counselors regarding your academic levels in the areas of English, Reading and Math.
• The Assessment Office can be reached at 805-986-5864.

Step 6  Complete New Student Orientation

• After completing your assessment, make an appointment for an orientation at the Welcome Center (805-986-5907).

Step 7  Make an appointment with the Veterans Counselor

• Download VA Packet
• Call Counseling at 805-986-5816 to set up an appointment with a counselor. Please bring transcripts and/or DD214 or any other discharge documents.
• You must meet with a Veterans Academic Counselor so that an Educational Plan can be prepared.
• You must see the VA Counselor every semester for course approval for VA payments.

Step 8  Register for classes online at MyVCCCD

• The current schedule of classes is available online at www.oxnardcollege.edu/schedule.
• AA/AS General Education requirements can be viewed on-line through our college catalog.
• All registration fees must be paid at the time of registration.
• Registration will not be complete unless the fees are paid in full.
• Financial Aid is available. Please apply for a California Fee Waiver as soon as possible.
• Payment plans are available through MyVCCCD.      

STEP 9  Submit all paperwork to the Veterans Certifying Official in the Admissions and Records
              Office

• Office Hours

  Day of Week	Hours
  Monday, Tuesday & Thursday	9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  Wednesday	9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  Friday	closed

   
• All documents must be submitted directly to the Veterans Certifying Official:
  • Certificate of eligibility letter (COE) and DD214 and/or any other discharge forms
  • Veteran’s Ed Plan from the VA Counselor
  • Veteran's Packet