‘‘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 Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill."
Welcome Military Affiliated Bulldogs!
IMPORTANT: Remember to complete all steps including online orientation.
Allan Hancock College's Veteran Success Center assists prospective and enrolled student veterans, active duty, or dependents of veterans in utilizing education benefits, completing the admission application process, registering for classes, accessing campus resources, getting involved in leadership activities, and transitioning into civilian life. In addition, the center also offers connections to mental health and health services, computer access, learning assistance information, and access to tutoring. Ask about our Veteran Success Center garden and VA Work Study opportunities to learn about different ways to get involved!
Admissions & Enrollment to Allan Hancock College
Book an appointment with an academic counselor
A Comprehensive Student Education Plan is required to use military education benefits. Students newly enrolled, returning from two semesters prior, or wishing to change their major are encouraged and recommended to see an academic counselor regularly to prevent delays in receiving benefits.
BOOK AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE school certifying official
NOTE: The School Certifying Official/Specialist is NOT able to create a Comprehensive Student Education Plan. An appointment with a counselor is REQUIRED.
Chapter Requirements for Military Benefit Certification at Allan Hancock College
Benefits are determined under various plans.
More information can be found here:
For dependents: Dependents may use the CalVet Fee Waiver concurrent with Chapter 35 benefits.
For spouses: Spouses may use the CalVet Fee Waiver or Chapter 35, but not concurrently.
The CalVet Fee Waiver covers tuition and enrollment fees for the entire academic year, except the Student Health Center Fee, Student Representative Fee, and applicable material fees.
Please contact Veteran Service Officer, Rhonda Murphy, at 805-346-7160. Once an application is submitted and approved, an authorization letter will be obtained. Please submit the authorization letter in person at the Santa Maria campus, or email andrea.cabanas@hancockcollege.edu.
Once you are registered for classes, go to the Certification Request Form and sign in with your AHC email and password. Click on the "Next" box at the bottom
of each page. Complete the Veterans/Dependents Request for Certification Form. For
certification inquiries and/or assistance with completion, please Schedule a VSC Specialist Appointment or call 805-922-6966 x 3925. Any amendments to a class schedule will require a new certification form reflecting
the most recent changes. Emails can no longer be accepted.
Adding or dropping courses:
Please Note: Do not make any changes to your schedule without consulting with the school certifying official or your education counselor. Keeping the school and the VA notified of any changes will prevent under/over payment and unnecessary financial hardship.