Military & Veteran Admissions
Getting the Most Out of Your Benefits
At Central Carolina Community College, we understand the unique needs of service members and their families. Get a college education, regardless of location. Earn points toward promotion or transfer credits toward a bachelor's degree. For service members and families—CCCC is here for you.
How to Apply for Benefits Through Veterans Administration
You can apply for VA education benefits by filling out VA form 22-1990 for yourself or 22-5490 for dependent benefits. Complete the online application and save a copy of the application with a signature page for the CCCC Veteran Services office.
Once you submit your application for benefits to the VA, Veterans Administration will make a determination of whether or not you qualify and the amount of your monthly benefit.
Processing time and delivery of your first check varies and will depend on the volume of work at the VA Regional Processing Office.
You Might Also Qualify for CCCC Financial Aid
Military Affiliated students, Veterans, and Active Duty service members may be eligible to receive Tuition Assistance to help with the cost of attending CCCC. Many students are eligible to receive both financial aid and VA benefits.
Your Semester Checklist
- Every semester submit your Veteran's Enrollment Certification Request Form
- Review your CCCC Steps to Get Started.
- CH 30 & 1606 Students must verify enrollment monthly through W.A.V.E.
- Get approval to enroll in classes from your Educational Service Officer if you receive tuition assistance.
Post 9/11 – CH 33 Students must verify enrollment status each month to continue receiving their monthly housing allowance (MHA) and/or kicker payments. CH 33 Students can verify their enrollment status in one of two ways:
- Text Messaging – Students who choose VA’s “Opt-In” feature will receive a text message each month prompting them to verify their enrollment status (Contact ECC 1-888-442-4551 to Opt-In)
- Telephone – Students may call the Education Call Center (ECC) at 888-442-4551 to verify their enrollment status
Office of Veteran Affairs at CCCC
Get support and answers to your questions. Explore all of the resources for military-affiliated students and families at CCCC.
VA Contact Information
- Angie Estes - Veterans Affairs Coordinator - (919) 718-7233 or email
- Education Benefit Inquiries - (888) 442-4551
- Verification of Attendance - (877) 823-2378 (CH. 30, 1606, 1607)
- Direct Deposit (VA Benefits) - (877) 838-2778
Study or Relax at the MARC
The Military Affiliated Resource Center (MARC) is a place on campus to study and relax. Open to all veteran and military-affiliated CCCC students. Come have a snack and use one of the laptops or desktop computers, relax in the lounge, and learn about other resources for veterans and military service members.
Location:
J.F. Hockaday Hall, Room 66, Lee Main Campus
Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Closed on Fridays
Questions?
Please contact Jennifer Dillon at jdillon@cccc.edu.
Chapter by Chapter Payments
Each semester you must complete the Veterans Enrollment Certification Request Form.
You may be eligible to receive Tuition Assistance to help with the cost of attending CCCC. Please follow this link for information on applying for these benefits. You will need to meet with your educational service officer and get approval prior to enrolling in classes.
On a monthly basis, you must verify enrollment status to continue receiving monthly housing allowance (MHA) and/or kicker payments. Chapter 33 students can verify their enrollment status in one of two ways:
- Text Messaging – Students who choose VA’s “Opt-In” feature will receive a text message each month prompting them to verify their enrollment status (Contact ECC (888) 442-4551 to opt-in).
- Telephone – Students may call the Education Call Center (ECC) at (888) 442-4551 to verify their enrollment status.
Please meet with your VR&E counselor and get approval prior to enrolling in classes.
On a monthly basis, you must verify enrollment monthly through W.A.V.E. (Web Automation Verification of Enrollment).
- A monthly stipend is sent to the student.
- The student is responsible for paying all accrued charges with the school.
- If a student is enrolled in less than 6 credit hours, the VA will only pay the amount of tuition and fees.
On a monthly basis, you must verify enrollment monthly through W.A.V.E. (Web Automation Verification of Enrollment).
Do I get a refund if I’m reassigned or deployed?
You may be eligible for a refund if you have been reassigned or deployed while taking classes at CCCC. Contact the CCCC Veterans Affairs Coordinator at (919) 718-7233 for details on our Military Tuition Refund policy and textbook buyback procedures.