Veterans Admission

North Central College welcomes interest from veterans, whether you're considering admission as a freshman, transfer or graduate student, or for teacher certification. As a veteran, you're entitled to use your chapter benefits in accordance with the rules of the Veterans Benefits Administration.

Prior to admission to North Central College, you'll need to complete and submit appropriate documents from the Veterans Benefits Administration in order to establish your eligibility.

Veterans Affairs Programs
The Department of Veterans Affairs administers the following benefit programs:

• The Post-9/11 GI Bill & Yellow Ribbon Program
• The Montgomery GI Bill - Active Duty (MGIB-AD)
• The Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
• The Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP)
• The Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
• The Educational Assistance Test Program (Section 901)
• The Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA)

VA Eligibility Information

• Prior to admission to the College, veterans should access Veterans Affairs Education Benefit Programs or call 888-442-4551 to speak with a VA Veterans Benefits Counselor about your benefits eligibility. We have found the Inquiry Routing and Information System (IRIS) links to FAQ's and Ask a Question especially helpful when searching for VA assistance about benefits eligibility. 
• After admission to the College, call our Registrar's Office at 630-637-5252 regarding confirmation of veterans benefits eligibility at North Central College.

Admission

• Complete the appropriate North Central College application for undergraduate (freshman or transfer) or graduate admission and supply official test scores, high school transcripts, or college/university transcripts and other required information based on your program of study. 
• For assistance with your admission application, call the Admission Office at 630-637-5800.
• Students must be admitted to North Central College to be considered for financial aid and veterans benefits.

Financial Aid

• Complete or update your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) with our college code 001734.
• Following your admission decision and upon completion of your FAFSA, you are eligible to receive a financial aid award letter outlining your financial aid resources from the College, as well as state and federal funds based on your eligibility as determined by the FAFSA.
• For financial aid assistance, call your freshman or transfer admission counselor at 630-637-5800 or call the Office of Financial Aid at 630-637-5600.
• Students must be admitted to North Central College to be considered for financial aid and veterans benefits.