Veteran's
Benefits:
Active duty military, disabled veterans and families of fallen veterans have their own financial
aid programs paid for by the federal government. For more information, call or visit one of FCCJÕs
campus veterans affairs offices listed below or log on to the Department of Veterans Affairs, GI
Bill.
Chapter 30 - New GI Bill
Members of the armed forces, who entered active duty for the first time after June 30, 1985,
will receive financial aid under this program.
Chapter 31 - Disabled Veterans
Members having a service-connected disability that entitles them to veteran compensation through
that provision can receive financial aid for college under this program.
Chapter 32 - Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
This program provides financial aid for members of the armed forces who initially entered
service after Dec. 31, 1976.
Chapter 35 - Survivor and Dependents
Sons, daughters and spouses of veterans who died in service as a result of a service-connected
disability or who became permanently and totally disabled while in the service are eligible for
financial aid through this program.
Chapter 1606 - Selected Reserve Program
This program provides financial aid for members of the selected reserve who are certified by
their unit commander and the VA.
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