{"id":105,"date":"2019-08-22T02:02:03","date_gmt":"2019-08-22T06:02:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/admissions\/?page_id=105"},"modified":"2026-01-20T09:08:11","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T14:08:11","slug":"veterans","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/admissions\/admissions-steps\/veterans\/","title":{"rendered":"Veterans"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Please follow the step-by-step directions below. If you have questions or would like to speak with one of our team members, contact <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;v&#97;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> v&#97;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:9103627106\" class=\"contact-link\"> 910-362-7106 <\/a> . We look forward to seeing your application.<\/p>\n<!-- <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/46\/2023\/06\/Ethical-Recruitment-of-Students-Policy-_-Campus-and-Student-Life-CFCC.pdf\"> Ethical Recruitment of Students Policy <\/a> --><!--fold--> <div class=\"pt-3 pt-md-5\">  <div class=\"row center-page px-3 px-md-4\">  <div class=\"d-none d-md-block col-md-3\">  <div class=\"ars cfimgicon-document mt-n4\">  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"col-10 col-md-9\"> <h3><span class=\"text-highlight\">STEP 1<\/span> <span class=\"divider\"><\/span> Complete Your Residency Determination<\/h3>\n<p>First, complete your North Carolina Residency Determination. This establishes whether you&#8217;ll pay in-state or out-of-state tuition. Once completed, you will be assigned a Residency Certification Number (RCN). Save this number! You&#8217;ll need it for the CFCC admission application.<\/p> <div class=\"iwi-accordion\"> <p class=\"iwi-target-container1\"> <a href=\"#\"> <strong>We recommend you have access to the following information before you start your residency:<\/strong> <\/a>  <div id=\"container1\" class=\"\"> <ul>\n<li>Driver\u2019s License or Non-Driver ID<\/li>\n<li>Tax Return Information<\/li>\n<li>Vehicle License &#038; Registration Information<\/li>\n<li>Social Security Number<\/li>\n<li>Voter Registration (if applicable)<\/li>\n<li>Other Documents (Requested by RDS)<\/li>\n<li>Immigration Documents (if applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Need assistance completing residency? Contact the Residency Determination Service at <a href=\"tel:8443193640\" class=\"contact-link\"> 844-319-3640 <\/a> or <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;rds&#105;nf&#111;&#64;ncr&#101;s&#105;d&#101;ncy&#46;&#111;rg\"> rds&#105;nf&#111;&#64;ncr&#101;s&#105;d&#101;ncy&#46;&#111;rg <\/a> .  <\/p>\n<p>Need access to a computer, scanner, or fax machine? Visit CFCC Enrollment Center at the downtown campus.<\/p>\n<p>If your residency tuition classification changes and you need CFCC to update your student record, please email <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;r&#101;s&#105;d&#101;ncy&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> r&#101;s&#105;d&#101;ncy&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> . Remember to include your RCN number in any correspondence. <\/p> <\/div>  <\/div>  <a class=\"button\" href=\"http:\/\/www.ncresidency.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> <span class=\"text-highlight\">Complete<\/span> Residency Determination <\/a> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"pt-3 pt-md-5 bg-light\">  <div class=\"row center-page px-3 px-md-4\">  <div class=\"col-md-9\"> <h3><span class=\"text-highlight\">STEP 2<\/span> <span class=\"divider\"><\/span> Complete Your Admissions Application<\/h3>\n<p>Now you&#8217;re ready to complete the official admission application!<\/p>\n<p>Things to keep in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>It&#8217;s free.<\/li>\n<li>If you need to save it and come back later, you can.<\/li>\n<li>Once submitted, allow one week for your application to be processed.<\/li>\n<li>If you applied within the last year, you do not need to reapply. Please contact Admissions to confirm; it\u2019s possible you can just update your start term.<\/li>\n<li>When completing your application, if you aren\u2019t sure which major to select, please review our <a href=\"\/\/cfcc.edu\/career-development\/\"> career resources and tools <\/a> .<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\nIf you have questions or need assistance with the admission application, contact the Admissions Office at <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;&#97;dm&#105;ss&#105;&#111;ns&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> &#97;dm&#105;ss&#105;&#111;ns&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> or <a href=\"tel:9103627557\" class=\"contact-link\"> 910-362-7557 <\/a> <br \/>\n<br \/> <a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/auth.cfnc.org\/Identity\/Account\/Login?returnUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fapply.cfnc.org%2Fapplication%2FCapeFCC%2FNCCCSUndergraduate%2FCapeFCCUndergradApp%3FlogoUrl%3Dhttps%3A%252F%252Fxroadsapi.cfnc.org%252Fapplication%252FCapeFCC%252FNCCCSUndergraduate%252FCapeFCCUndergradApp%252Flogo\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> <span class=\"text-highlight\">Complete<\/span> Application <\/a> <\/div>  <div class=\"d-none d-md-block col-md-3\">  <div class=\"ars cfimgicon-laptop mt-n4\">  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"pt-3 pt-md-5\">  <div class=\"row px-3 px-md-4 center-page\">  <div class=\"d-none d-md-block col-md-3\">  <div class=\"ars cfimgicon-resumes mt-n4\">  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"col-md-9\"> <h3><span class=\"text-highlight\">STEP 3<\/span><span class=\"divider\"><\/span>Submit All Transcripts<\/h3>\n<p>Have official copies of your high school transcripts, transcripts from previously attended colleges, universities, non-college degree schools, and military transcripts sent to <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;tr&#97;nscr&#105;pts&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> tr&#97;nscr&#105;pts&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> . An official transcript is one sent directly from your school either by mail, via CFNC, or other approved methods.<\/p>\n<p>Once your official transcript(s) is\/are received and processed, you will be admitted. We will send you an acceptance letter and enrollment checklist within 5-7 days.<\/p>\n <a href=\"https:\/\/jst.doded.mil\/jst\/\"> Joint service transcripts <\/a> and any college transcripts should also be submitted.<\/p> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"pt-3 pt-md-5 bg-light\">  <div class=\"row center-page px-3 px-md-4\">  <div class=\"col-md-9\"> <h3><span class=\"text-highlight\">STEP 4<\/span> <span class=\"divider\"><\/span>Apply for Financial Aid and Scholarships<\/h3>\n<p>Newsflash: You don&#8217;t have to pay for college alone. CFCC awards thousands of <a href=\"\/financial-aid\/scholarships\/\"> scholarships <\/a> each year. The first step is to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.<\/p>\n<p>Things to keep in mind:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The CFCC school Code is 005320<\/li>\n<li>If you need help completing your FAFSA, our financial aid office is available for walk-in sessions at CFCC\u2019s Downtown and North Campus. You can also contact your <a href=\"\/financial-aid\/contact-us\/\"> financial aid coordinator <\/a> for a quick question or let them know you\u2019re coming by!<\/li>\n<li>Make sure you complete the correct FAFSA for when you plan to enroll:<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<table class=\"table\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Plan to enroll for<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Correct FAFSA<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Spring 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2024-2025 FAFSA<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Summer 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2024-2025 FAFSA (Classes starting before July 1, 2025)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Fall 2025<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>2025-2026 FAFSA (Opens Dec. 1, 2024)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Need help? Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/admissions\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/46\/2021\/12\/Financial-Aid-Checklist_V2.pdf\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"> step-by-step checklist <\/a> !<\/p>\n <a class=\"button px-5\" href=\"https:\/\/studentaid.gov\/h\/apply-for-aid\/fafsa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> <span class=\"text-highlight\">Complete<\/span> the FAFSA <\/a> <\/div>  <div class=\"d-none d-md-block col-md-3\">  <div class=\"ars cfimgicon-diploma-certificate mt-n4\">  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"pt-3 pt-md-5\">  <div class=\"row px-3 px-md-4 center-page\">  <div class=\"d-none d-md-block col-md-3\">  <div class=\"ars cfimgicon-laptop mt-n4\">  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"col-md-9\"> <h3><span class=\"text-highlight\">STEP 5<\/span><span class=\"divider\"><\/span> Tuition Assistance for Active Duty Members<\/h3>\n<p>For Active Duty Members who want to use tuition assistance, follow these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Receive acceptance letter from school.<\/li>\n<li>Present program evaluation to Education Service Officer for student\u2019s branch of service.<\/li>\n<li>Receive approval from ESO or Military Service.<\/li>\n<li>Register for classes.<\/li>\n<li>Send invoice for payment to Jason Bocchino, Director of Veterans Services at <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;jb&#111;cch&#105;n&#111;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> jb&#111;cch&#105;n&#111;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> .<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"pt-3 pt-md-5 bg-light\">  <div class=\"row center-page px-3 px-md-4\">  <div class=\"col-md-9\"> <h3><span class=\"text-highlight\">STEP 6<\/span><span class=\"divider\"><\/span> Get Your Certificate of Eligibility<\/h3>\n<p>Obtain your Certificate of Eligibility (COE). Only the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs can determine your personal eligibility for benefits. Visit <a href=\"\/\/www.ebenefits.va.gov\/ebenefits\/homepage\"> ebenefits.va.gov <\/a> or <a href=\"\/\/www.va.gov\/\"> vets.gov <\/a> to obtain your COE. <\/div>  <div class=\"d-none d-md-block col-md-3\">  <div class=\"ars cfimgicon-diploma-certificate mt-n4\">  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"pt-3 pt-md-5\">  <div class=\"row px-3 px-md-4 center-page\">  <div class=\"d-none d-md-block col-md-3\">  <div class=\"ars cfimgicon-laptop mt-n4\">  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"col-md-9\"> <h3><span class=\"text-highlight\">STEP 7<\/span><span class=\"divider\"><\/span> Documentation<\/h3>\n<p>Submit the Following Documents to <a href=\"m&#97;&#105;lt&#111;&#58;v&#97;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117;\"> v&#97;&#64;cfcc&#46;&#101;d&#117; <\/a> \n<ul>\n<li>DD214<\/li>\n<li>Certificate of Eligibility (COE)<\/li>\n<li>Sponsor SSN (if ch 35)<\/li>\n<\/ul> <\/div>  <\/div>  <\/div>  <div class=\"text-center mt-n5\"> <a class=\"button btn-highlight\" href=\"https:\/\/cfcc.edu\/admissions\/next-steps\/\"> Once Admitted, Follow Enrollment Steps <\/a> <\/div> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Please follow the step-by-step directions below. 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