Welcome Veterans!
Anoka-Ramsey Community College welcomes veterans and their families! Please use this page to learn about the services, programs and staff available to veterans at Anoka-Ramsey.
How to Become a Student
There are two ways to register for classes at Anoka-Ramsey.
1. ATTEND a Vets Express Information & Registration Sessions
We want to make it easy for you! For your convenience, we invite you to take advantage of a Vets Express Information Session. This session takes you through the entire admission process with personalized assistance in just one short day! All veterans new to ARCC are invited to attend.
For more information call 763-433-1390. You must register to attend these sessions. Information sessions run 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
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2. We strongly encourage you to take advantage of a Vets Express Information Session. However, if you prefer, you may choose to follow the steps below at your own pace:
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Financial Aid Options
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Apply for Financial Aid
- Apply for Veteran Benefits
- DEAP (Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance Program - Chapter 35)
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Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) for Army and Air Force National Guard
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Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) for the Army Reserves
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Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) for the Marine Corp
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Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) for the Navy
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Minnesota GI Bill
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Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30, 1606, 1607)
- Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31) - must meet with VA Counselor to determine eligibility.
College Contacts
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Access (Disability) Services
- Business Office/Federal Tuition Assistance - Sherry Hill
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Financial Aid
- MERC (Military Educational Resource Center) - 763.433.1390, Room E239-Cambridge Campus, Room SC105 Coon Rapids Campus.
- North Metro Coordinator for the Higher Ed Vets Program - Ray Bohn
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TRIO
- Veterans Certifying Official (Cambridge Campus) - Linda Coleman
- Veterans Certifying Official (Coon Rapids Campus) - Barbara Schuminski
Guidelines for Reservists Called to Active Duty
Consistent with MnSCU Board Policy 5.12.1, a student who is a member of any branch of the U.S. military reserves, who is unable to complete a course or courses due to active duty call-up shall be offered the following course cancellation and/or completion options. In all cases, the student is required to provide the college with a copy of his/her call-up papers.
- A student may receive a 100% refund of tuition and fees. A student receiving financial aid who chooses this option is required to repay 100% of grants and loans (not work study) that has been disbursed for the term.
- An instructor may agree to assign the student an incomplete (an Agreement of Incomplete Form needs to be completed) even though less than 75% of the coursework has been completed.
- If, in the instructor's judgment, a student has completed sufficient coursework to earn a grade of C or better, the instructor may assign credit (a grade) for completion of a course.
- A student who does not find one of the first three options suitable, may withdraw from the course. A withdraw request will be honored even if the withdrawal deadline has passed.
Additionally, it's a good idea for financial aid recipients to check in with the Financial Aid Office--specifically anyone who received the Minnesota State Grant. You can reach us at 763-433-1500.
In the News
College Offers Vets Assistance with New GI Bill Changes, April 29, May 7 posted April 10, 2009
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Receives $1,250,000 for Veterans’ Services posted September 28, 2007
Express Sessions Expedite College Enrollment for Returning Vets posted July 19, 2007
Veterans Seeking Higher Education Assistance Have New Ally at Anoka-Ramsey Community College posted May 29, 2007
Anoka-Ramsey Community College Prepares for Returning Veterans posted December 20, 2006
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