About VA Education Benefits

Help is available every step of the way, from exploring available veteran benefit options to the application process.

What OTECH Programs Are Eligible?

All OTECH certificate programs are eligible for VA Benefits.

Available VA Benefits at OTECH

We accept all chapters of VA Funding. Find detailed benefit descriptions on the VA site:
VA Education and Training Benefits

How to Apply

01

Find out if you’re eligible

Learn more about VA education benefits and if you qualify.

02

Gather Information
  • SSN
  • Bank account direct deposit info
  • Military training record
  • College transcripts
  • Completed OTECH VA Guidelines Form
  • Completed OTECH Prior Credit Form

03

Apply for Education Benefits

The application walks you through the admissions requirements step-by-step.

04

Make an Appointment

Meet with a School Certifying Official to finalize your application.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get transfer credits, including military credits?

Transfer credit evaluations will be completed when the student meets with the Veteran Officer before beginning their program.

It usually takes 4-6 weeks from your first attended day of class before you will receive payment from the VA for Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), books, and supplies.

Visit https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/ for information on the estimated cost.


Use our Net Price Calculator to provide estimated net price information: https://www.otech.edu/forms/npcalc/


For tuition and fees at OTECH, visit https://www.otech.edu/future-students/tuition/

Students using veteran education benefits are encouraged to apply for financial aid online to be considered for other funding options.

You will only receive VA benefits for the number of credits in your program.

Students who get overpaid must plan with the VA to repay their funding. Reach out to the OTECH Veterans Services Officer for more details.

VA Education Benefit Rate

 

  • Full Time Students – schedule of (1 credit hours every week) = Full Time Benefits
  • Part Time Students – schedule of (1 credit every two weeks) = Half Time Benefits

At OTECH, 100% on-time completion means:

 

  • Full Time Students – must complete 1 credit every 1 week
  • Part Time Students – must complete 1 credit every 2 weeks

You can view all programs here.

For list of approved programs from previous years, please contact the Veteran Services Office veterans@otech.edu.”

Contact us

Meet with veteran services

Email Us

Email us anytime, with any question.
veterans@otech.edu

Walk in

Please arrive 20 mins before closing.
Mon – Thur: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Student Services Building, Room 126

Call Us

Mon – Thur: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
801-627-8463