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  1. Apply for Admissions at:
    California Community Colleges Online Application Center ^ (CCC Apply)
  2. Turn in the following items for evaluation to Rhonda Kirkland in the Financial Aid Office:
    • DD214 or Nobe Form - To be evaluated for military credit
    • Official Military Transcript - To be evaluated for military credit
    • Official Academic Transcripts from any previous colleges- To be evaluated for any usable units towards WVC major
    • Please call Rhonda with any questions or for additional information at (408) 741-2601 or at: rhonda_kirkland@wvm.edu ^
  3. New students who are requesting Benefits for the first time must complete a 22-1990 Application to activate the GI Bill.
    For Chapter 35, you must complete a 22-5490 at:
    Veterans On Line Applications ^.
    OR
    Veterans who have received benefits at other colleges, must complete a 22-1995. For Chapter 35, you must complete a 22-5495 at:
    Veterans On Line Applications ^.
  4. Request information about additional financial aid and scholarships ›
  5. Meet with a VA counselor at West Valley College to create an Educational plan
  6. Schedule a guided tour of the campus at: (408) 741-2672 or at:
    wvc_outreach@wvm.edu ^
  7. Schedule a placement test as needed at: (408) 741-2009
  8. Attend an Orientation Session: Orientation Options ›
    Online Orientation & Special Accomodations ›
  9. Register for Classes ›
  10. Attend Classes

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• last updated: November 5, 2009 •