Austin Community College and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have collaborated to provide Vet Success On Campus services. The goal of the program is to assist veteran students to make a smooth transition to college life and to successfully complete their educational programs.
This counselor will serve as a “one-stop liaison” for Veterans, active duty military, and their eligible family members who attend or plan to attend Austin Community College.
| McKenzie Van Cleave | MA, CRC Vet Success On Campus Department of Veteran Affairs Veteran Readiness & Employment (VRE) email: [email protected] phone: 254-299-9666 ext 66159 Available: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm |
Walk-in services are provided at the Austin Community College Highland Campus.
Veterans Resource Center. |
Your VetSuccess on Campus Counselor can assist you with:
- Information on VA educational benefits to include the Montgomery G.I. Bill (Chapter 30), Post 9/11 G.I Bill (Chapter 33), and other VA and non-VA educational benefits
- How to apply for and maximize your education benefits should you qualify for more than one benefit
- Information, guidance and support while using your VA educational benefits
- Applying for Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Chapter 31) services
- Transition support services to include vocational exploration and career counseling
- Information on college credit for military experience
- Job placement assistance to include resume writing, translating military work experience and training, referrals to state and other agencies for assistance
- Assistance with electing healthcare benefits through the Veterans Health Administration (VHA)
- Information on applying for other VA benefits to include disability compensation, life insurance, home loan guaranty and others
- Assistance with electing healthcare benefits through the Veterans Health Administration
- Information and referrals for VA medical and mental health services
- Referrals to local Vet Center for readjustment counseling services
- Referrals to on-campus, community and VA resources to ensure academic success
For more information, assistance or to schedule an appointment, contact your VetSuccess Counselor at the Austin Community College.
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