First Time Using Benefits

1. Apply for Admission to TAMUCT:

a. Apply Online
b. Schedule an appointment to meet with an Enrollment Specialist.

2. Apply for VA Education Benefits and Financial Aid:
Learn about the different VA Benefits offered by the VA and Apply Online for your VA Benefits.

a. How to: obtain a DD214 or equivalent
b. How to: obtain a Certificate of Eligibility for Post 9/11 GI Bill®

Veterans and military affiliated students may be eligible to receive additional Financial Aid while attending college.  The application is free and doesn’t impact your VA Benefits.
Complete the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA):
Apply Online and Schedule an appointment to meet with the Financial Aid Office.

3. Create a MyCT Account: Warrior Tech Desk Instructions

a. How to: obtain a DD214 or equivalent
b. How to: obtain a Certificate of Eligibility for Post 9/11 GI Bill®

4. Submit College and Military Transcripts:
TAMUCT is committed to providing you with credit for your prior college and/or military service.

Request Military Transcripts:

a. Air University
b. Joint Service Transcript

5. Attend New Student Orientation:
New Undergraduate students are required to complete orientation prior to registering for classes.
Register for an online or in-person session

6. Meet with an Academic Advisor:
Your Academic Advisor is here to assist you in building an educational plan that aligns with your interests and career goals.
Find your Academic Advisor

7. Register for Classes and Request VA Education Benefits:
After determining which classes to take, it’s time to register and request your VA Benefits.

a. How to Enroll in Classes
b. Submit an Enrollment Certification Request

Note: The Enrollment Certification Request needs to be submitted each semester and lets our office know you would like to use your benefits.  Your GI Bill® will not be processed without this document, causing delays in your payments.

Additional Information:

a. Parking Services
b. VA Work Study Application
c. National Resource Directory
d. Warrior Scholars Program
e. SALUTE Honor Society
f. Veteran Stole Program
g. VetSuccess on Campus
h. Disability Access and Accommodations

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 http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.