Military & Veterans Services
The Columbus State Military and Veterans Services Department provides individualized enrollment and referral services to assist community members in successfully meeting their educational and career goals. We are committed to providing uncompromising service by adhering to the highest standards of compassion, commitment, excellence, professionalism, integrity, accountability and stewardship.
Apply for VA Benefits
We'll work hard to make sure you get the benefits you earned. Follow our step-by-step guide to applying for VA benefits. Need help? Don't hesitate to reach out.
Veterans Related Topics
Connect with Us
Military & Veterans Services (MVS)
For all other Military & Veterans Services (MVS) questions, including veteran support services, military-connected student resources, campus engagement, and other non-benefit-related assistance, please visit:
Military & Veterans Services
Union Hall, Room 056
VA Education Benefits Processing
VA Education Benefits Processing is available in Student Central (Madison Hall, Second Floor).
Students with questions about VA Education Benefits, including Chapter 31 (Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E)), Chapter 33 (Post-9/11 GI Bill®), Chapter 35 (Dependents' Educational Assistance (DEA)), and other VA education benefit programs, should visit Student Central during the office hours listed below.
Student Central Coverage Hours
Monday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Thursday: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday: A VA Education Benefits representative is available in Student Central by
request.
Contact Us
If you have questions outside of the Student Central coverage hours or need additional assistance with your VA education benefits, please contact us:
Phone: 614-287-2645
Email: VAedubenefits@cscc.edu
Recruitment Practices
Consistent with Department of Defense standards, Columbus State does not engage in high-pressure or deceptive recruitment practices such as unsolicited or harassing phone calls and enticement with valuable goods and services. This excludes scholarships that help students afford college.
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 Web site at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.