Veteran Services

• Submit an application to De Anza College by clicking on Apply Online
• If the CCCapply application or your Myportal login do not work as described, please fill out the A&R Help Form.

• Complete the online application at VA Educational Benefits

• Order transcripts from all colleges that you previously attended
• Request your Joint Services transcript

•  Make an appointment to take your test (s).
• If you completed English/ESL, Math, Chemistry or Biology courses at another college or received qualifying scores on high school AP exams, see How to Request Prerequisite Clearance.

•  Complete the new student orientation by clicking here

•  Visit the Financial Aid office to apply for grants.

• Pick up a Referral Form from the Veteran Services Office to schedule an appointment with a De Anza Counselor to complete a Veteran's Education Plan for a VA approved program.
• Submit a copy of your completed Veterans Education Plan to the Veteran Services Office.

• Schedule an appointment with a School Certifying Official and bring the following documents:

  • Certificate of eligibility; Ebenefits status of application.
  • Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty ( DD- 214 Member 4) ; or current orders
  • Notice of Basic Eligibility (N.O.B.E.) Reservists Only.
  • Joint Services Transcript

School Certifying Officials

• Kiara Araujo
• araujokiara@deanza.edu
• Shari Pasquali
• pasqualishari@deanza.edu

• You must authorize certification each quarter you wish to receive benefits by visiting the Veteran Services Office.
• Complete the request for Enrollment Certification Form
• Bring a copy of your class schedule.
• Have an updated educational plan.