Starting VA Benefits Checklist

This checklist is a step-by-step guide to assist veterans who wish to begin using their VA benefits as students at Seminole State College.

• Apply to the Department of Veteran Affairs for your educational benefits.
  • A premium eBenefits account must first be created.
• Apply for Admission to Seminole State College.
• Meet with Academic Advsior.
• Register for degree-seeking classes.
• Collect required forms and documents (Certificate of Eligibilty (C.O.E.), DD-214 (member 4 copy), Transient Form/Letter, etc.) .
• Visit Veterans AffairsOffice on the Sanford/Lake Mary Campus to:
  • Certify Enrollment.
  • Request a VA Tuition Deferment.
• Defer your tuition and fees via your MySeminoleState account.
• Get your student ID.
• Get a parking pass from the Cashier's Office at any Seminole State campus.
• Get your books and go to class.