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Veteran Student Affairs

We are proud to serve active duty service members, reservists, Veterans and dependents eligible for benefits at HCC. We are here to serve as liaisons between our students and the faculty, staff, service organizations, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Educational benefits are one of the most valuable benefits afforded to Veterans and qualifying dependents. These benefits are designed to provide eligible individuals with an opportunity for educational and career growth. We are here to help you get the most out of your benefits. The Office of Veteran Student Affairs at HCC is not part of the Department of Veterans Affairs, nor is the staff employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs or Veterans Benefits Administration.

Veteran Student Steps to Enroll 

General Guidelines

Read about correspondence, payments and academic guidelines.

 

Financial Aid for Veterans

Read about us, and find contacts and Post 9/11 GI Bill information.

Required Documents & Forms

View required documents and available forms. 

Debt Prevention

Discover what causes over-payments resulting in a repayment in funds. 

Connect with Veteran Student Affairs

Walk-ins
Veteran Student Affairs representatives are available on a walk-in basis at all of our campuses.

Appointments 
In-person, Phone, and Virtual (Microsoft Teams) appointments are available. Click below to schedule your appointment. 

SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

Veteran Student Affairs Offices

For virtual assistance please make an appointment, connect with us via email at veteranstudentaffairs@hccfl.edu, or call 813-253-7000. To visit us in-person, choose a campus below for office locations.

Hours:

  • Monday and Tuesday: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. 
  • Wednesday – Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  

On Monday, December 16, Student Services will close at 4:30 p.m. Campuses will be closed for Winter Break Tuesday, December 17 - Wednesday, January 1. 
HCC will have temporary extended hours for the first week of spring classes.

  • January 6 – January 9: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • January 10:  8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday, January 11: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Please Note: The spring 2025 term begins on Tuesday, January 7, 2025.

Additional Resources 

Beyond HCC, there are many resources and services available to support veterans of the U.S. Military and their families.