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Office of Veteran Affairs

   

The Office of Veteran Affairs at Baton Rouge Community College is dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and their families by providing exceptional educational opportunities and resources.
We honor their service by facilitating a seamless transition into academic life and fostering their personal and professional growth within the Bears’ family.
 
To Start Benefits at BRCC:

Prospective students are directed to receive approval from the student's ESO, military counselor or Service prior to enrollment.

1. Complete the online Admission Application.

 *Official copies of transcripts from each college or university, including the Military must be            submitted for evaluation to the Office of the Registrar.

2. Apply for VA Education Benefits.

3. Complete the Certification Process.

  • Submit the Enrollment Certification Request for Veterans Benefits Form after scheduling classes. *An Enrollment Certification Request Form must be submitted each semester you intend to use your benefits. Renewal is not automatic. The suggested deadline for timely payment of benefits is 4 weeks before the start of each semester.
  • The Veterans Affairs Office will report your enrollment to the VA based on the eligible scheduled courses. Courses that are not eligible include:
    • Courses not required for your degree,
    • Courses not approved by your advisor, and
    • Courses for which you have already received credit.
  • VA sends email notifications when the School Certifying Official submits your enrollment certification.

 

VA School Certifying Official:
Tyrone Perkins

Email: va@mybrcc.edu | perkinst2@mybrcc.edu

Helpful Numbers:
GI Bill Customer Service Line: 888-442-4551
GI Bill Enrollment Verification Line: 877-823-2378
Veteran Affairs Baton Rouge Office: (225) 925-7268
Veteran Affairs New Orleans Office: 504-619-4346
BRCC VA Fax: (225) 216-8010

 

Baton Rouge Community College does not discriminate in its educational and employment policies and procedures with regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.