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.