New and Returning Military Connected Student

New students are classified as those who have NEVER taken courses at College of the Canyons.

All steps are required in order to use VA Education Benefits at COC:

1. Complete COC application for Term
2. Create Canyons ID
3. Apply for Financial Aid
4. Apply for VA Education Benefits
5. Submit Certificate of Eligibility for VA Education Benefits
6. Schedule Appointment for VA Education Benefits Orientation or email Adam Wyland
7. Complete COC Online Orientation
8. Complete Assessment
9. Submit ALL Official Transcripts
10. Schedule Appointment with VRC Academic Counselor to Develop Student Education Plan
11. Register for Courses on MyCanyons Student Portal
12. Submit VP20 (Request for Certification) - Certification is NOT automatic

For returning student, all steps may not be applicable

Returning students have not attended College of the Canyons for a semester or more (fall or spring). Returning students MUST submit a new application to the college.

1. Complete COC application for Term
2. Create Canyons ID if applicable
3. Apply for Financial Aid if applicable
4. Apply for VA Education Benefits if applicable
5. Schedule Appointment for VA Education Benefits Orientation or email Adam Wyland
6. Submit ALL Official Transcripts if applicable
7. Schedule Appointment with VRC Academic Counselor to Develop Student Education Plan if applicable
8. Register for Courses on MyCanyons Student Portal
9. Submit VP20 (Request for Certification) - Certification is NOT automatic