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Welcome Veterans!

Anoka-Ramsey Community College is a welcome place for veterans and their families! Let us help you get acquainted with our services and programs.

Don't forget to visit our MERC (Military Education Resource Center). Drop in, kick your feet up, get connected, find resources, and more!

Becoming a Student

There are only a few simple steps to follow in order to begin taking classes at ARCC.

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 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Vets Express Information & Registration Session Dates

Veterans Upward Bound

Find out if you are eligible for the Veterans Upward Bound program. Veterans Upward Bound (VUB) is a FREE program, federally-funded by the U.S. Department of Education. This program is designed to prepare eligible veterans to enter and succeed in a post-secondary education program. See more...

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:

1. Apply for admission. Complete the college admission form and submit with the $20 non-refundable fee.
2. Take placement tests. Test results are used to determine appropriate course placement. Tests are offered throughout the year and the first set of tests are free. You need to sign up for placement testing in advance
3. Participate in orientation. Orientation introduces you to important information that will help you be successful in the classroom. You need to sign up for orientation in advance.
4. Register for classes. Review the course schedule and register online.

And of course, don't forget to check out all the financial assistance options!

1. Apply for Financial Aid
2. Apply for Veteran Benefits
   • DEAP (Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance Program - Chapter 35)
   • Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) for Army and Air Force National Guard
   • Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) for the Army Reserves
   • Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) for the Marine Corp
   • Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA) for the Navy
   • Minnesota GI Bill
   • Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30, 1606, 1607)
   • Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31) - must meet with VA Counselor to determine eligibility.

Veterans Links

• Ask a Question of GI BIll
• MN DEED Veterans Services
• Military Service Education Benefits
• Military.com - All the Benefits of Service
• Military HOMEFRONT -Department of Defense
• Military OneSource
• Military Student Aid
• MN Department of Veterans Affairs
• MN National Guard
• MN National Guard Family Assistance Centers
• MN Veterans Facilities
• MnSCU Veterans Services
• My Military Education Online
• Returning Veterans
• Tax Credit for Military Service in a Combat Zone
• US Department of Veteran Affairs
• VA Forms
• VA Health Care
• More Veterans Links...

College Contacts

• Access (Disability) Services
• Aspire
• Business Office/Federal Tuition Assistance - Sherry Hill
• Cambridge Campus Veterans Assistance
• Coon Rapids Campus Veterans Assistance
• Counseling and Advising Services
• 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
• TRIO
• Veterans Certifying Official (Cambridge Campus) - Linda Coleman
• Veterans Certifying Official (Coon Rapids Campus) - Sheri Christensen

Guidelines for Responding to 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.

1. 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.
   
   
2. 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.
   
   
3. 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.
   
   
4. 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

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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