Veterans Resource Center
Compton College offers a full academic program for veterans and their dependents who may be eligible for various educational benefits.
We're here to help you through the enrollment process, including counseling services and identifying financial aid and scholarship resources. Be sure to contact us if you need assistance. We look forward to meeting you!
Veteran Services:
- Assistance with campus navigation
- Admissions application
- Financial Aid & Scholarships
- Veterans' benefits information
- Academic and personal counseling
- Success and retention services
Find out how to apply for the GI Bill and other VA education benefits as a veteran, service member, or qualified family member!
Contact us, we're here to help.
Kisha McThirsty
Financial Aid Coordinator/Veterans SCO
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Compton College
310-900-1600, ext. 2934
kmcthirsty1@compton.edu
Marlene Leyva
Adjunct Counselor/Veterans/UndocuAlly
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Compton College
mleyva@compton.edu
Apply for your VA Education Benefits: www.gibill.va.gov
- VA FORM 22-1990 (first time applicant)
- VA FORM 22-1995 (for veterans/reservists who are transferring from another college)
- VA FORM 22-1990e (for dependents using Transferred Benefits O.E.)
- VA FORM 22-5490 (for dependents using Chapter 35)
- VA FORM 22-5495 (for dependents who are transferring from another college
Videos
- Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) Programs and Other Educational Benefits Programs
- Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) Program
- Dependents Education Assistance
- Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606) Program
- Verifying Enrollment for Veterans Educational Programs
Veterans Resource Center - Now Open!
Find a place to relax, study and connect with other student veterans at the Veterans Resource Center, located in Student Services Building, 2nd Floor, Room 220. Access to computers and a workspace are just some of the amenities found in this welcoming space. Drop in and get to know your VRC staff and fellow Veterans.
Hours:
Monday
8:00-9:30am
1:00-3:30pm
Tuesday
8:00 - 9:30am
4:00-6:00pm
Wednesday
8:00 - 9:30am
2:00-4:30pm
Thursday
8:00-9:30am
12:00-2:00pm
4:00-5:30pm
Friday
8:00am-12:00pm
