Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Where do I send my Montgomery GI Bill documents?
2. How long does it take to process my paper work?
3. Why do I have an overpayment?
4. What document(s) do I need to change my program?
5. I’m enrolledd in a vocational program. How many hours must I be enrolled to receive full-time VA benefits?
6. I’m enrolled in multiple sessions, how will that affect my VA benefits?

1. Where do I send my Montgomery GI Bill documents?

You can submit all necessary VA documents to initialize your VA benefits by submitting your forms to your nearest campus enrollment services office or apply online via the VA Web site.

2. How long does it take to process my paper work?

FCCJ has 30 days from the first day of the term or receipt of VA documents to notify the VA administration of initial enrollment and schedule changes to your file. The Veterans Affairs Regional Office (VARPO) process can take approximate 30 to 45 days to finalize your VA payment.

3. Why do I have an overpayment?

Overpayment can occur for several reasons. Your schedule may have changed; you withdrew or received a non-punitive grade such as a “FN” grade (failure for non-attendance); or you were dropped from your classes if you defaulted on a VA deferment. Any of these actions will be reported to VA which will result in you repaying any benefits received.

4. What document(s) do I need to change my program?

Contact your nearest campus VA representative to obtain the correct form to change your program of study. Your program of study on file with FCCJ should be the same program indicated on your VA form.

5. I’m enrolled in a vocational program. How many hours must I be enrolled to receive full-time VA benefits?

Depending on the program, benefits for vocational programs are determined by the number of hours you are attending classes per week. The average vocational program requires attendance per week of 22 clock hours to be considered full-time. There are some vocational programs that require 18 clock hours to be considered full-time. (see your campus VA representative for listing.)

6. I’m enrolled in multiple sessions, how will that affect my VA benefits?

VA will calculate VA benefits according to the start and end date of each session. Therefore, students that enroll in multiple sessions must understand that VA will not determine payment based on total number of hours enrolled.