Veterans Services
Veterans Services helps veterans, service members, and eligible dependents use their VA education benefits while attending Butte College. We provide certification of VA education benefits, guidance through the benefits process, and connections to campus and community resources.
Beyond benefits support, we foster a welcoming community where military-connected students feel supported, valued, and empowered to achieve their academic, personal, and professional goals.
Get Started with VA Education Benefits
Using GI Bill® or dependent education benefits? Choose an option below.
Start here if this is your first time using VA education benefits at Butte College.
Start here if you are continuing at Butte College and need to renew your benefits.
Services & Resources
VA Education Benefits
We help certify your enrollment so you can receive your VA education benefits each semester.
A Veterans Services counselor is available to help answer your questions, support your academic goals, and help make sure you are taking classes that apply to your educational goal and qualify for VA benefits.
One-on-One Support
- Financial Aid
- Admissions & Records
- Class Registration
- VA education benefits
Equipment Loans
Borrow laptops and calculators to help you stay connected and succeed in your classes.
Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis each semester.
Community, Camaraderie & Support
Veterans Services is a place to connect, study, and build community with fellow military-connected students and staff who understand the military experience.
Resources include:
- Computer lab
- Free printing
- Study room
- Student lounge
- Community events
Additional Resources
In addition, Veterans Services students have access to the following:
- Priority Registration
- Emergency Loans
- VA Work Study Opportunities
- Free School Supplies
- Caps and Gown at Graduation
Hours and Location
Hours
Monday-Thursday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Open at 8:30 am every 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month
Location
Swing Space C
3536 Butte Campus Drive
Oroville, CA 95965
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Students using VA education benefits must submit a Certification Request Form each semester after registering for classes. Your benefits cannot be certified until the form is received.
Once your enrollment has been certified, Enrollment Manager will send a confirmation email to the address on file with the VA. Be sure to also check your student email regularly for updates from our office.
Monthly Enrollment Verification is a requirement for students using certain VA education benefits. Each month, the VA will ask you to confirm that you are still enrolled in your classes. Verification can be completed online, by text message, email, through Ask VA, or by phone.
Failure to verify your enrollment may delay your VA payments.
Benefits that require monthly verification may include:
- Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)
- Montgomery GI Bill® Active Duty (Chapter 30)
- Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)
- Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)
VA payments are issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs, not Butte College. Payment timing may vary depending on when your enrollment was certified and VA processing times. If you have questions about your payment status, contact Veterans Services for assistance.
Changes to your schedule may affect your VA benefits, Monthly Housing, or create an overpayment with the VA. Contact Veterans Services before making schedule changes whenever possible so we can explain how your benefits may be affected.
Yes. Eligible veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, and certain dependents may qualify for priority registration at Butte College.
Students currently receiving VA education benefits through Chapters 30, 31, 33, or 1606 are automatically considered for priority registration and do not need to self-report.
Students who are not receiving VA education benefits may still qualify but must provide documentation to Veterans Services and meet college requirements.
Contact Veterans Services at (530) 895-2566 for assistance with priority registration eligibility.
The V. A. Work-Study program is an opportunity to "earn while you learn". Students employed in the work-study program fill a number of positions at various V. A. facilities throughout Butte County.
Eligible students include:
Students who receive GI Bill Benefits or Dependent educational benefits AND Must be enrolled at least 3/4 time (9 units).
Students with V. A. disability ratings will have priority over non disabled students.
Benefits of V. A. work-study employment:
- Flexible schedule
- Tax free income (Federal or state minimum wage, whichever is higher).
- Positions on or near campus (when available).
Approved local work-study locations:
- Butte Community College
- Butte County Veterans Office
- Chico Vets Center
- California State University, Chico
How to apply:
- Choose an approved work-study location and contact them for employment opportunities
- Complete VA Form 22-8691 Application for VA Work-Study Allowance
- Bring completed application to your prospective employer. For more information
Resources
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Enhanced ServicesAudience
- Future
- Current
- Veterans
Cal Vet Fee Waiver
What Is the Cal Vet Fee Waiver?
The Cal Vet Fee Waiver is a California state program that waives mandatory systemwide tuition and fees at California Community Colleges, California State Universities (CSU), and University of California (UC) campuses for eligible dependents of disabled veterans.
Who Is Eligible?
Eligibility is determined by the California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet) and may be available to:
- Children of veterans with a service-connected disability
- Spouses or registered domestic partners of certain disabled veterans
- Dependents of veterans who are deceased or missing in action
Some plans have income requirements for children. If income is a factor, eligibility is based on the previous year's income. Eligibility must be established each academic year.
How Do I Apply?
- Apply through your local County Veterans Service Office.
- The County Veterans Service Office will determine your eligibility.
- Once approved, a Letter of Eligibility will be sent to you and Butte College Veterans Services.
- Submit the required documentation to Veterans Services if requested.
What If I Already Paid My Fees?
If you paid eligible fees before your waiver was applied, you may be eligible for a refund. Contact the Butte College Business Office for assistance.
Can I Use the Cal Vet Fee Waiver at Other Schools?
Yes. The Cal Vet Fee Waiver can be used at any California Community College, CSU, or UC campus. Because fees vary by institution, contact the school directly for information about how the waiver is applied.
Need Help?
California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet)
Phone: 1-800-952-5626
Butte County Veterans Service Office
Phone: (530) 552-6608
Butte College Veterans Services
Phone: (530) 895-2566
Email: veterans@butte.edu
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Enhanced ServicesAudience
- Future
- Current
- Veterans
Note: the 7 Days to Pay Policy is currently on hold campus-wide.
Butte College has a 7 Days to Pay Policy. This policy states that once a student has registered for classes, the student has 7 days (including weekends) to pay their tuition in full, set up a payment plan, or apply for and be found to qualify for Financial Aid. If the student fails to do any of the previous, they will be dropped from all classes.
Exemption From 7 Days Policy
Only Post 9/11 - Chapter 33 and Vocational Rehabilitation - Chapter 31 veterans are exempt from this policy.
If you're seeking an exemption, you are required to turn in a Declaration of Enrollment (D.O.E.) form within 3 business days after registering for classes.
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Enhanced ServicesAudience
- Future
- Current
- Veterans
Federal Law requires that students using the VA benefits request OFFICIAL SEALED transcripts from all the schools, colleges, training institutes, and technical schools that were attended, be sent to Butte College Admissions and Records office.
This includes all education and training received before, during, and after Military Service, even if VA benefits were not paid during the course or program.
Military Training Transcripts
Butte College grants elective credit for successful completion of non-collegiate instruction (military or civilian) appropriate to the Associate's Degree that has been recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE).
To be considered for credit for military training, a student must complete a minimum of 12 units with a minimum grade point average of 2.0 or above at Butte College. The student must request official joint transcripts to be sent to the Butte College Office of Veterans Services and submit a Request for Military Training Evaluation to the Office of Veterans Services.