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\nHow do I start using my Federal VA Educational benefits at Palomar College?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

Follow the instructions on our New Veteran Student Checklist<\/a><\/span>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow do I get Veteran Priority Registration? <\/strong><\/summary>\n

If you\u2019re using your Federal VA Educational benefits: come into our office and fill out a Benefit Coding Request form.<\/a><\/span> You will NOT need to show us your Certificate of Eligibility, DD-214, or VONAPP.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re not using your Federal VA Educational benefits: Active duty and reservist members can come into the Veterans Resource Center with a valid Military ID. Veterans can use their DD-214 (member 4 copy) for priority registration for up to 15 years of getting out of the service.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow do I receive a Proof of Acceptance or Letter of Intent to attend Palomar College?<\/b><\/summary>\n

If you need a \"Proof of Acceptance\" or \"Intent to Attend\" Palomar College, you will need to contact Palomar's Admissions office and submit a \"Proof of Acceptance Letter\"<\/a> through their department.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow do I find out if I am considered an out of state resident? <\/strong><\/summary>\n

Please contact our Admissions Office at (760) 744-1150 ext. 2164<\/p>\n

If out of state resident: Submit\u00a0Request for Review of Residence Status\u00a0<\/a><\/u>to the Admissions Office.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow do I know what classes to take? <\/strong><\/summary>\n

You should be making regular appointments with a Veterans Counselor<\/u><\/a> to keep an updated Education Plan by calling the VRC<\/a><\/span>. Also, once your official evaluation has been completed, it will be emailed to you and kept on file in the Veterans Office. This evaluation can be used as a tool in determining what classes to take toward your official declared major. You can view your Educational Plan via palomar.edu<\/em> eServices.\u00a0 Here you can find the General Education guide assigned to your major along with your declared major and external major (if you are transferring). Using these you can pull up the\u00a0\u00a0General Education<\/a><\/span>,\u00a0Major, <\/a><\/span>and External Major<\/a><\/span> associated with your major and fill in the blocks. Read all notes and ensure any previous classes from other schools are applied as well. The VA only pays for classes REQUIRED\u00a0<\/strong>for each category.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nDo I need to let the VRC know if I add\/drop classes?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

Yes. You are required to inform the VRC if you add or drop classes. Failure to notify the VRC about a drop will result in a debt owed to the VA. Failure to notify the VRC about an add will result in low payments. Fill out an\u00a0add\/drop form<\/a><\/span> at the VRC or email veterans@palomar.edu<\/em> from your Palomar student email stating what classes and semester you are adjusting classes for and your student ID number.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow much BAH will I receive? <\/strong><\/summary>\n

You can verify your benefit amount from the VA\u2019s website.<\/p>\n

VA Rate Table<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

GI Bill Comparison Tool<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow long does it take the VA to process payments?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

Normally, the VA takes from two to four weeks to pay out any certification that is certificated after the first of the month during peak times. This includes work-study payments. Plan for the delay.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWill the VA pay for required prerequisites? <\/strong><\/summary>\n

Yes, the VA WILL PAY for any REQUIRED prerequisites. The VA will not pay for prerequisites for elective classes or some GE courses. Consult with a Veterans Counselor<\/u> to ensure they are paid for.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nWill the VA pay for recommended classes?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

No, the VA DOES NOT PAY for recommended classes.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nHow does the VA pay for short sessions?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

For non-standard terms, such as Summer or fast track classes, the units are considered to count more than full standard semester units. Please contact the Veterans Services Office with the start and end dates and number of units so we can calculate the equivalent number of units you\u2019ll be considered for. For example, an 8 week, 3 unit class is the equivalent of 6.75 units for VA purposes.<\/p>\n