Explore Your Future at West Shore Community College
Take the first step toward a career you’ll love! Find your strengths and interests through engaging assessments and personalized guidance—whether you’re undecided, changing direction, or ready to dive in. Let us help turn your “what if?” into a confident plan.
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Access Military & Veterans Resources at WSCC
Assistance for choosing a school, researching college affordability, applying for education benefits and career guidance can be found at the Veterans Administration website: www.gibill.va.gov
WSCC provides career guidance through the Student’s Resource Center and an appointment may be scheduled by calling Student Services at (231) 843-5510.
Veterans of the Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy and National Guard interested in pursuing credit for military training should request a transcript of their service. To view instructions to obtain your transcript, please see below.
Veterans of the Air Force interested in pursuing credit for military training should also request a transcript of their service. To view instructions to obtain your transcript, please see below.
Michigan Veteran Support
West Shore Community College works closely with the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) to connect students with state-level benefits.
- Support Hotline: Call 1-800-MICH-VET (1-800-642-4838) for 24/7 assistance.
- Resource Portal: Visit the official MVAA Website for education and employment resources.
Additional assistance may be needed for:
Counseling
- WSCC Care Team – contact Student Services 231-843-5510 to schedule an appointment
- Military One Source
- Local County Contacts for Veterans
- Veterans Crisis Line: Visit Veterans Live Chat or call 988 and then press 1
- Education and life coaching
How to Obtain Military Transcripts
- Go to the official website: https://jst.doded.mil/
- Register for an account if you don’t have one (it’s available to active duty, reserves, veterans, etc.).
- Once logged in:
- Click the “Transcripts” tab at the top.
- Select “1. Transcript” for an unofficial version (free to view/download).
- For an official transcript, go to “Official Transcript Request”.
- Search for and select the receiving institution (e.g., a college or university), or use a special form if it’s for an employer or not listed.
- Official transcripts are typically sent electronically at no cost; hard copies may be mailed.
- If you run into issues (e.g., certain courses missing or special mailing needs), contact the JST support at jst@doded.mil.
- For the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) transcript: Use the Air Force Virtual Education Center (AFVEC) via the Air Force Portal, or order through Air University.
- Official transcripts are often requested via Parchment (an electronic service) or directly through Air University.
- Visit https://www.airuniversity.af.edu/Registrar/Transcript-Requests/ for the latest ordering instructions.
- Electronic delivery is faster (often within a week), and options include free standard mail or paid expedited (e.g., FedEx).
Housing
Financial Matters
- Tax Preparation
- Manage your money, mappingyourfuture or mymoney
Emergency Assistance
- Michigan Veterans Trust Fund (Select financial assistance then Michigan Veterans Trust Fund)
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Academic Support
Testing Center
Veteran's Benefits
Veterans Educational Benefits are available to veterans, service persons, reservists and spouses or dependent of qualified veterans. Eligible students apply online at the Veterans Administration Website. Have available a DD214 and banking information. Students also need to:
- Meet with the WSCC Financial Aid Director/VA Certifying Official.
- Provide the office with a copy of Certificate of Eligibility.
- Meet requirements of WSCC Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy (SAP).
- Make payment arrangements or apply for financial aid if tuition and fees are not covered by the Veterans Administration.
www.GIBILL.va.gov (Official source for VA Education Benefits & Application)
Active Military
Service members eligible for Military Tuition Assistance are recommended to communicate with the Educational Service Officer (ESO) or counselor within their Military Service prior to enrolling.
Financial Aid
Veterans are also eligible to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to review options for additional funding.
For information regarding the types of financial aid available, please click here.
For information regarding the financial aid process, including timeline, please click here.
To submit you FAFSA application, go to: www.FAFSA.gov (When you apply, use WSCC’s Title IV school code: 007950)
Cost of Attendance
- Tuition and Fees
- Cost of Attendance Budget
- For cost of attendance comparisons, utilize the Net Price Calculator
Contact Certifying Officials
- By Phone: 231-843-5510 and choose “Financial Aid”
- By Email: military@westshore.edu
- Or stop in and visit us at the Schoenherr Campus Center in Student Services
Just Getting Started?
Admissions
Let us help you find your way through the application process.
Advising & Registration
We can help you every step of the way, and set you up for success after graduating from WSCC, or continuing on to one of our partner institutions.
Financial Aid
Paying for college can be complicated. We can help make it easy and guide you through the process.
Accuplacer Placement Testing
Find out where you can find the greatest success at WSCC. You will be tested in three main areas: reading, writing and math.
Campus Life
Find lifelong friends and colleagues with our on-campus and student programs.
Campus Locations
Did you know that WSCC has 4 campus locations and its growing!
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