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Dear GI Bill® Student,

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has been made aware that the University of Antelope Valley campus closed effective February 29, 2024.

We understand the extremely difficult situation a school or campus closure may cause Veterans and their families, and we wish to assist you as much as possible in continuing your educational goals.

If you are considering a transfer to another school or campus location to prevent or minimize interruptions in your education benefits, please know that some schools may offer to waive certain admissions fees and accept credits earned.

VA has resources to support students choosing another school or campus at:

• Choosing a GI Bill approved school webpage
• GI Bill® Comparison Tool

Where can you find additional help?

Some other resources that may assist you:

• Student Veterans of America has a network of over 1,400 student chapters at colleges and universities and their staff can provide answers to your questions.
• Reach out to Veterans of Foreign Wars. They offer emergency assistance grants to students affected by school closures.
• Free lawyers and advice are available for students from Veterans Education Success. You can also email them directly at help@vetsedsuccess.org.
• If a school closes, the Department of Education’s Federal Student Aid has a dedicated page. Visit Has Your School Closed? Here’s What to Do. | Federal Student Aid for more information. 
• The American Legion has service officers in every state that can provide answers to questions about education benefits, federal student loans and credit transferability.

VA remains focused on the Veterans who have honorably served, as well as their eligible dependents. VA is contacting all affected students via this email to inform them of this action and the options available to them. We are committed to working closely with all students to ensure that you are properly protected and have minimal disruptions to your future educational plans.

If you have any questions, or are experiencing difficulties, please contact VA’s Education Call Center at 1-888-442-4551 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday. Alternatively, you may also submit questions through the Ask VA (AVA) system. If you don't already have a VA login account, you will need to set one up before you can use the system.

Respectfully,

Education Service

If you know a Veteran who is in crisis,

call the Veterans Crisis Line at 988 press 1.