Charlottesville, Va. – June 10, 2021 – Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is holding Veterans Education and Transition Services (VETS) information sessions for new military students interested in using VA Educational Benefits at PVCC in the upcoming fall semester. The information sessions are held via Zoom on Wednesdays, from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Upcoming session dates are:

•    June 16
•    July 14, 21 and 28
•    August 11, 18 and 25

During the free sessions, participants receive assistance with the application process for admissions and VA educational benefits. Important information about military exceptions for residency requirements, financial aid, career services, disability services and credit for prior learning is also covered. New student consultations are available on the same day as the information sessions, from 1– 4 p.m., on the hour. Students who are not available for an individual session on the same day that they attend the general information session can schedule an appointment at a more convenient time. To learn more or to register, visit www.pvcc.edu/student-services/veteran-dependent-or-active-duty-military.

PVCC is a designated 2021-2022 Top Ten Military Friendly® School and Military Spouse Friendly® School, helping to set the standard of resources and services that provide opportunities for the military community and improve the educational landscape. Visit www.militaryfriendly.com/schools/ to learn more about Military Friendly® Schools.

About Piedmont Virginia Community College
Established in 1972, Piedmont Virginia Community College (PVCC) is a nonresidential two-year institution of higher education that serves Central Virginia – principally, residents of the City of Charlottesville and the counties of Albemarle, Buckingham, Fluvanna, Greene, Louisa, and Nelson. PVCC is one of 23 community colleges in Virginia that comprise the Virginia Community College System. PVCC is committed to providing access to a college education for all who can benefit, an opportunity for each student to reach her/his potential, and excellence in all programs and services. Visit www.pvcc.edu.

 

MEDIA CONTACT:
Susian Brooks
Director, Marketing and Media Relations
434.961.6574 | sbrooks@pvcc.edu