Veterans
Educational Benefits
Cape Coral Technical College is approved for Veterans Training by the State Approving Agency under the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs.
How to Apply
To apply for VA education benefits:
- Visit www.ebenefits.va.gov
- Select Education Benefits and follow the application steps
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
More information: www.benefits.va.gov/gibill
The school’s name on the application should be:
Cape Coral Technical College – Facility code: 15147210
360 Santa Barbara Blvd. North
Cape Coral, FL 33993
Required Documents
Chapter 33 (Post-9/11 GI Bill®)
- DD214 (Member 4)
- Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
- Military transcripts (https://jst.doded.mil)
- All prior official college transcripts
Chapter 35 – (DEA)
- Certificate of eligibility
- All prior official college transcripts
Other VA Chapters (30, 31, 1606, etc.)
Submit all documents before the first day of class
Financial Aid Office: 239-574-4440
Important Payment Information
- VA benefits are not immediate and may take time to process
- Some payments go directly to the student
- Students are responsible for any remaining balance, including tuition, fees, books, and supplies not covered by VA benefits
VA does not pay for:
- Leave of Absence (LOA)
- Courses or hours beyond approved program length
Attendance & Academic Requirements
To continue receiving VA benefits, students must:
- Maintain required attendance
- Meet academic standards per school handbook policy
- Complete scheduled clock hours
Failure to meet these requirements may result in termination of VA benefits.
Out-of-State Tuition Waiver
Eligible military-affiliated students may qualify for in-state tuition rates under Florida Statute 1009.26.
Purple Heart Tuition Waiver
Florida law provides a tuition waiver for eligible Purple Heart recipients.
Students should contact Admissions or Financial Aid for more information.
VA Pending Payment Protection (38 U.S.C. § 3679(e))
Students using VA benefits will not be denied access to their program
Veterans Resources
