What VA Education Benefits are available at Ogden-Weber Tech College?

• Post 9/11 GI Bill
• Montgomery GI Bill
• Chapter 35 Survivor Benefits
• VA Vocational Rehabilitation
• MyCAA
• Chapter 1606 Reserve Benefits

How to apply for Post 9/11, Montgomery GI Bill, Chapter 35, and Chapter 1606 benefits:

Apply online HERE

Or apply by mail with a paper application available HERE or in the Financial Aid Office.

What you’ll need to start your benefits:

• An appointment with Veterans Specialist (Call (801) 627-8309)
• Certificate of Eligibility from VA. Need a replacement? Call (888) 442-4551
• DD-214 Member 4 (If lost, request one HERE)
• College transcripts (if you have any)
• Change of Place/Program, can be found HERE (Turn in to the Veterans Specialist)
• Completed OWATC VA Guidelines form
• Completed OWATC Prior Credit Form

How to apply for V.A. Vocational Rehabilitation Benefits:

Must have identified service related disability certified by VA.

Apply online at vetsuccess.gov

Paper application can be found here

Mail to:

Vocational Rehabilitation Office
550 Foothill Drive
Salt Lake City, UT 84113

FAQs

How long will it take before I receive my benefits?

It can take up to two months for the VA to begin paying your benefits.

What are the academic standards for VA educational benefit eligibility?

For non-VA Rehab benefits, 80% monthly attendance and 70% cumulative progress.

For VA Rehab benefits, speak with your assigned case worker.

Who do I speak with if I have questions about housing allowance, etc?

Contact the VA Educational Office at (888) 442-4551

Which benefit is best for me?

Contact the VA Educational Office at (888) 442-4551

How many hours must I attend per week to qualify for full time / part time benefits?

VA Education Benefit Rate
22-30 HRS/Per Week	Full Time
16-21 HRS/Per Week	3/4 Time
11-15 HRS/Per Week	Half Time
> 10 HRS/Per Week	> Half Time*

* Less than half-time students receive funding for tuition and fees only!

Where can I find a list of VA approved certificate programs?

List of VA approved certificate programs
Program Name	Hours	Program Name	Hours
Accounting Technician	1260	Machinist I-III	1575
Administrative Assistant	900	Media Design – 3D Model/Animation	1290
Barbering	1000	Media Design – Graphic Design	1260
Biomedical Equip. Technician	1360	Media Design- Web Developer	1170
Composites Technology	610	Medical Assistant	1380
Computer Aided Drafting I	1200	Medical Coder	900
Computer Aided Drafting II	1500	Medical Office Administration	1270
Computer App. Specialist	1350	Medical Transcription	1395
Construction Technology	690	Multimedia Technology	900
Cosmetology	2000	Nail Technician	300
Culinary Arts	930	Nursing Assistant	110
Dental Assisting	1485	PC Technician	900
Dental Office Administration	1365	Pharmacy Technician	420
Electrical Trades Preparation	900	Phlebotomy Technician	100
Electronics	1260	Practical Nursing	930
Industrial Auto. Maintenance	1260	Sheet Metal Fabrication	990
Information Technology	1170	Welding Advanced	1410
Interior Design Drafting	900

Veteran’s Resources

My Next Move for Vets – www.mynextmove.org/vets

Contact Information

Veterans Specialist, Financial Aid Office in Student Services Building Room 126
Hours of Operation: M-Th 8:00-2:00 F 8:00-12:00
Phone Number: (801) 627-8309
Fax: ATTN Veterans Specialist (801) 395-3720
Email: burtonj@owatc.edu

Additional Contact Information

Patrick Butler – Disability Services
Phone Number: 801-627-8325
Email: butlerp@owatc.edu

Andrew Brown – Pre-enrollment
Phone Number: 801-627-8330
Email: browna@owatc.edu