Compton College offers a full academic program for veterans and their dependents who
may be eligible for various educational benefits. We're here to help you through the
enrollment process, including counseling services and identifying financial aid and
scholarship resources.
All Compton College students are welcome to connect with our office or attend our
events.
VRC Services:
- Assistance with campus navigation
- Admissions application
- Financial Aid & Scholarships
- Veterans' benefits information
- Academic and personal counseling
- Success and retention services
Find out how to apply for the GI Bill® and other VA education benefits as a veteran, service member, or qualified family member!
Contact us, we're here to help.
Kisha McThirsty
Financial Aid Coordinator/Veterans SCO
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Compton College
310-900-1600, ext. 2927
kmcthirsty1@compton.edu
Diego Aguilar
Adjunct Counselor/Veterans
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Compton College
daguilar7@compton.edu
Marlene Leyva
Adjunct Counselor/Veterans/UndocuAlly
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Compton College
mleyva@compton.edu
Counseling Hours for 2024-2025:
Monday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Tuesday, 8:30am-4:00pm
Wednesday, 2:30-4:00pm
Apply for your VA Education Benefits: www.gibill.va.gov
- VA FORM 22-1990 (first time applicant)
- VA FORM 22-1995 (for veterans/reservists who are transferring from another college)
- VA FORM 22-1990e (for dependents using Transferred Benefits O.E.)
- VA FORM 22-5490 (for dependents using Chapter 35)
- VA FORM 22-5495 (for dependents who are transferring from another college
Videos
- Montgomery GI Bill® (MGIB) Programs and Other Educational Benefits Programs
- Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) Program
- Dependents Education Assistance
- Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606) Program
- Verifying Enrollment for Veterans Educational Programs
Veterans Resource Center
Find a place to relax, study, and connect with other student veterans at the Veterans
Resource Center, located in the Student Services Building, 2nd Floor, Room 220. Access
to computers and a workspace are just some of the amenities available in this welcoming
space. Drop in and get to know your VRC staff and fellow veterans. While the center
is designed to support veterans, service members, and their dependents, all Compton
College students are welcome to visit and learn more about our services.
