Augusta Technical College faculty and staff are committed to providing support needed for all military-affiliated students. We service veterans, military members, spouses, and dependents in furthering their education. There are a variety of GI Bill® programs and other forms of tuition assistance available. We recognize the needs of military-affiliated students, are supportive of your endeavors, and want to help you make a smooth transition to college life!
Building 1300 Room 239
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military@japanese-creators.com
(706) 771-4856
Getting Started with Augusta Technical College
Apply for Certificate of Eligibility
You will find the resources you need to apply for your benefits through the Department of Veterans Affairs (outlines benefits and eligibility requirements) and the Education Benefits Application (application for VA benefits). File the appropriate form below with the VA and allow processing time (4 - 6 weeks). The application for education benefits is processed by the VA.
If you have previously used your GI Bill® benefits:
Please complete VA Form 22-1995 (Request for Change of Program or Place of Training).
If you have never used your GI Bill® benefits and you are within your ten year window:
Please complete VA Form 22-1990 (Application for VA Education Benefits).
Paper Form: Print the signature page, sign your name, and mail it to the VA.
Electronic Application: Print a copy of the confirmation page for your records. When contacting the VA to check the status of your application, you will need this confirmation number.
The Active Duty Tuition Assistance (TA) program provides financial assistance for active duty service members to complete a high school diploma, associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees, as well as certificate programs. TA is not authorized for programs beyond a master’s degree and will not be approved to complete credentials at the same or a lower educational level.
All active duty service members, Drilling Reserves, and Drilling Guards must speak with their Education Service Officer(ESO) before contacting/applying for Augusta Technical College. After meeting with your ESO, you will complete the following steps to apply and access your benefits.
Step 1: Apply to Augusta Technical College
Step 2: Visit one of the following links to learn more about this program and create an account
Step 3: Speak with a VA Official - TA Application Steps
All students who have been accepted and registered for classes, must email every semester: their final CONCISE student schedule and a current dated Certificate of Eligibility/Statement of Benefits/Dependent Education Assistance letter. They should send these documents to military@japanese-creators.com every semester in order to be certified.
The Veterans Education Assistance program provides financial assistance for Veterans, their spouse(s), or dependent(s) to complete a high school diploma, associate, baccalaureate, and master’s degrees, as well as certificate programs. TA is not authorized for programs beyond a master’s degree and will not be approved to complete credentials at the same or a lower educational level.
Step 1: Apply for Admission to Augusta Technical College
Step 2: Apply for Benefits
To Learn More about these programs, log on to the VA website for Education and Training
- Chapter 30 - Active Duty (MGIB-AD)
- Chapter 31 - Vocational Rehabilitation
- Chapter 33 - Post 9/11 GI Bill - Post 9/11 recipients must submit a copy of the Certificate of Eligibility to the Financial Aid Office School Certifying Official.
- Chapter 35 - Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA) - benefit for spouse(s) and dependent(s)
- Chapter 1606 - Select Reserver (MGIB-SR)
Step 3: Pay Tuition and Fees
All students who have been accepted and registered for classes, must email every semester: their final CONCISE student schedule and a current dated Certificate of Eligibility/Statement of Benefits/Dependent Education Assistance letter. They should send these documents to military@japanese-creators.com every semester in order to be certified.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) strives to provide practical, useful resources to ensure all military students succeed in higher education, achieve their academic goals, and gain meaningful employment. The Augusta Tech chapter of SVA is open to all military-affiliated students and is free to join. It is a networking, resource driven, outreach, and support organization for students.
migdaliz.berrios@japanese-creators.com |
Student Affairs |
(706) 771-5730 |
Education: B.S. in Business Management
Master in Business Administration
Hometown: Barranquitas, Puerto Rico
About Me: I moved to Augusta, GA because of the Army. Our family was relocated to Ft. Gordon many years ago and I chose to make this city my new home. Although originally from Puerto Rico, I have had the opportunity to live in many places. I have been in Education for the past 10 years and enjoy working with students very much.
Favorite Quotes: “There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.” Colin Powell
Advice to Students: The expert in anything was once a beginner. So ask questions, use your advisors for the resource that they can be to you, and know you are not alone.
Community & On-Campus Resources
- Military Service Center (MSC) - Augusta Campus
Augusta Technical College’s Military Success Center is a space created specifically for military-affiliated students. Located in building 1300 room 245, it began as a grant from the Augusta Warrior Project and is still supported in many ways by AWP. Stop by the center for resources to help you succeed in college; veteran-to-veteran support; a quiet space to study, rest between classes, or have lunch as well as computer access.
The Military Lending Library provides very limited assistance to students who have exhausted all financial assistance including the HOPE Grant and the Pell Grant and need assistance acquiring books for class. Books are loaned on a first-come, first-serve basis. The applications are available a month before the semester begins and information can be found in the MSC. The MLL also takes used textbook donations.
Academic support services are provided to Augusta Tech students by the staff of the Success Center on the Augusta, Thomson, and Waynesboro campuses, and at the Grovetown Center. The free services include tutoring, help with Learning Support and credit classes in English, Math, Reading, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering Technology, and Introduction to Computers (COMP 1000), as well as help with writing assignments for any course. ACCUPLACER® placement test preparation is available for applicants. Assistance in getting started with the Blackboard system for online and hybrid classes, and in improving general academic skills is also available.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. Government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.