Using your Veteran's Benefits at UCR

Our VASCO (VA certifying official) has military-specific knowledge and experience to clearly explain and help you apply for Veteran's benefits, plus a variety of grants and scholarships.

Follow these simple steps and UCR will begin creating a funding package customized to your eligibility:

For VETERANS: Federal
STEP 1

Activate your benefits with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs and obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (COE).

STEP 2

Complete the VA BENEFIT REQUEST FORM (VBRF).

STEP 3

Veterans who are first-time applicants at UCR must submit a copy of their DD214.

For VETERANS: State
STEP 1

If applicable, apply for a Cal Vet Fee Waiver through your County VA office

STEP 2

Submit your approved Cal Vet Fee Waiver through  the Annual UCR Cal Vet Waiver Certification Request Form to have your waiver applied to your student account.

For DEPENDENTS: Federal
STEP 1

Activate your benefits with the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs and obtain a Certificate of Eligibility (COE).

STEP 2

Complete the VA BENEFIT REQUEST FORM (VBRF).

For DEPENDENTS: State
STEP 1

If applicable, apply for a Cal Vet Fee Waiver through your County VA office

STEP 2

Submit your approved Cal Vet Fee Waiver through  the Annual UCR Cal Vet Waiver Certification Request Form to have your waiver applied to your student account.