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Veteran and Military Services

Welcome to the Delaware County Community College Veteran Services resource hub. Our mission is to empower veterans, service members, and their families through accessible education, guidance on VA benefits, and local support connections.

VA Education Benefits Overview

What Programs are Covered by My VA Benefit (WEAMS)?

The WEAMS (Web Enabled Approval Management System) is the official VA tool that lists which programs and institutions are approved for VA education benefits.

Why it matters:

  • You can only receive VA benefits for programs listed in WEAMS.
  • ǸԹ’s approved programs are visible in WEAMS and must match your declared major.


Steps to Using Veteran and Military Education Benefits

Whether you’re using Chapter 33, 35, 30, 1606, or VR&E (Chapter 31), follow these steps to successfully enroll and access your benefits at Delaware County Community College.

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Step 1: Apply to ǸԹ

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Step 2: Apply for VA Education Benefits AND Financial Aid

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Step 3: Placement Testing & Transcript Submission

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Step 4: Complete New Student Orientation

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Step 5: Meet with an Academic Advisor & Register for Classes

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Step 6: Submit Your Certification Request Form (CRF)

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Step 7: Contact Veteran and Military Services if needed

Step 1: Apply to ǸԹ

All new students must submit a ǸԹ admissions application unless you’ve applied within the past year.

Apply to ǸԹ

Questions? Contact Admissions at 610-359-5050 or admiss@dccc.edu.

Step 2: Apply for VA Education Benefits AND Financial Aid

Veterans and Dependents must notify the VA of their intent to use education benefits. After applying, the VA will mail you a Certificate of Eligibility (COE).

(Note: Chapter 31 students are exempt from this and instead work through their VA case manager.)

 


Apply for Financial Aid (FAFSA)

 

You’ll need to submit your COE to ǸԹ’s Veteran Services Office later in the process.

 

Questions about VA Benefits? Call the VA Education Call Center at 1-888-442-4551.

Step 3: Placement Testing & Transcript Submission

Contact Assessment Services for placement testing and submit:

  • All prior college or university transcripts
  • Military transcripts ( or )

 

Questions?

Assessment & Placement Testing: 610-325-2776

Step 4: Complete New Student Orientation

All new students, including Veterans and Dependents, must complete New Student Orientation before registering for classes.

 

Questions?

New Student Orientation: 610-325-2776

Step 5: Meet with an Academic Advisor & Register for Classes

Academic advising and course registration are available by appointment either virtually (on Zoom) or in person at our branch locations. To schedule an appointment with an academic advisor once you have completed Steps 1-4, contact Career & Counseling Services at 610-359-5324 or schedule an appointment at dccc.edu/dropin. Although appointments are highly recommended, you can visit dccc.edu/registration to review days and times in which you can speak with an academic advisor without an appointment.

Step 6: Submit Your Certification Request Form (CRF)

Once enrolled students will have access to the CRF through DelaGATE. You must complete this upon enrolling every semester.

 

All students must attach supporting benefit documents. VA COE / TA Voucher / EAP

 

Submit online:

 

In Person: Fill out and submit a paper version at our Admissions Office in Founders Hall.

Step 7: Contact Veteran and Military Services if needed

If students require further information regarding their benefit and enrollment, please contact the Veteran and Military Services Office.

mshultz1@dccc.edu

Phone: 610-359-5347



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Veteran Community Services & Support

In addition to on-campus support, ǸԹ is committed to connecting student veterans, military members, and their families with trusted local and national resources.

Delaware County Veterans Affairs Office

Address:
Government Center Building, Ground Floor
201 W. Front Street
Media, PA 19063

Phone: (610) 891-4646
Email: vetaffairs@co.delaware.pa.us
Website: Delco Veterans Affairs

Chester County Veterans Affairs Office

Address:
601 Westtown Road, Suite 385
West Chester, PA 19382

Phone: (610) 344-6375
Email: veterans@chesco.org
Website: Chesco Veterans Affairs

Coatesville VA Medical Center

The Coatesville VA Medical Center provides comprehensive medical, behavioral health, and social services for Veterans in Southeastern Pennsylvania.

Location:
1400 Black Horse Hill Road
Coatesville, PA 19320

Main Phone: 610-384-7711
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Open 24/7 (Emergency services), with scheduled clinics and walk-in care available

Veterans Crisis Line

If you or someone you know is in emotional distress or thinking about suicide, help is available 24/7.

Call: 988, then press 1
Text: 838255
Chat Online: veteranscrisisline.net/chat

You do not need to be enrolled in VA healthcare to use this free and confidential service.

“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 at