The advance will include a partial payment for the first month of the term plus one full month's allotment. Once the VA has processed your request, they will send you a letter stating that your check has been sent to the campus Office of Veteran Services. You should wait approximately one week before calling this office to determine if we have the check. The bill must be dated the day you want to pick up your check. You will also be required to show a picture ID and sign for the check.
Some people like to have the advance to help defray the cost of books and other start-up expenses.
Just be sure to weigh the value of an advance against having to wait almost three months before your next check will arrive. USC Veterans Service Office New Student Orientation College Credit for Military Training For assistance in converting military training to college credits set an appointment with a military transcript specialist in Admissions at 777-4079. When you meet with the admissions counselor be sure to take proof of training from your military record. It helps tremendously if you also have course numbers for that training. These requirements are according to VA regulations.