Welcome to Hill College

Hill College is committed to assisting those who have so diligently given their time and in some cases their lives for the freedoms we enjoy everyday.  Our staff is dedicated to helping you reach your educational goals.  Below you will find information to help you navigate through the Veteran's Administration and college processes.

For any questions regarding your veteran benefits please contact:

Cindy Clay
Enrollment Specialist III
Special Populations 
Ph: 254.659.7606
cclay@hillcollege.edu

All Students

All students, whether you are the Veteran, the Veteran's spouse or a dependent, must complete the admission requirements for Hill College. A Certificate of Eligibility is documentation provided by the VA that verifies an individual’s eligibility to benefits under chapter 31 or chapter 33.  Hill College will use the certificate to prevent any disruption to enrollment while awaiting payment from the VA. You can email the certificate to cclay@hillcollege.edu, Cindy Clay, Special Populations Coordinator. Once you have submitted your ApplyTexas Application and requested all transcripts to be sent to Hill College you may continue with the instructions below.  

Readmission after Military Service

In accordance with Hill College Board Policy Manual FB (LEGAL), a student who withdraws from Hill College to perform active military service as a member of the U.S. Armed Forces or the Texas National Guard (excluding to perform one or more training exercises as a member of the Texas National Guard), who returns for an academic term that begins after the date released from active military service but not later than the first anniversary of that date, will not be required to re-apply for admission purposes.

Prohibition of High-Pressure Recruitment Tactics

Hill College prohibits inducements, including any gratuity, favor, discount, entertainment, hospitality, loan, transportation, lodging, meals or other item having a monetary value of more than a de minimis amount, to any individual or entity, or its agents including third party lead generators or marketing firms other than salaries paid to employees or fees paid to contractors in conformity with all applicable laws for the purpose of securing enrollments of Service members or obtaining access Tuition Assistance funds. Educational institution sponsored scholarships or grants and tuition reductions available to military students are permissible.

Hill College prohibits the payment of any commission, bonus, or other incentive payment based directly or indirectly on securing enrollments or federal financial aid, including Tuition Assistance, to any persons or entities engaged in any student recruiting, admission activities, or making decisions regarding the award of student financial assistance.

Hill College prohibits high-pressure recruitment tactics such as making multiple unsolicited contacts (3 or more), including contacts by phone, email, or in-person, and engaging in same-day recruitment and registration for the purpose of securing Service member enrollments in non-credit courses/programs.


Veteran

  • Please complete one of the following forms available through va.gov/education for Chapters 30, 33 and 1606. 

FORMS:

  • Complete VA form 22-1990 if you have never used VA Education benefits before.
  • Complete VA form 22-1995 if you have used VA Education benefits at another school and now wish to use them at Hill College. 

These forms are available through the Vets.gov Education Benefits Application Process (https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/). 

  • Follow the instructions to log in. 
  • You may need to create a username and password.
  • Select the appropriate form when given that option.
Submit a copy of the veteran's DD214 showing the discharge date and Character of Service.

Veteran Survivor or Dependent

  • Please complete one of the following forms available through va.gov/education  available for Chapters 33 or 35. 

FORMS:

  • Complete VA form 22-5490 if you have never used VA Education benefits.
  • Complete VA form 22-5495 if you have used VA Education benefits at another school and now wish to use them at Hill College.

These forms are available through the Vets.gov Education Benefits Application Process (https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/).

  • Follow the instructions to log in
  • You may need to create a username and password to access
  • Select the appropriate form when given that option.

Military Service Credit

Credit may be granted if the service member:

  • Graduated from
    • a public or private high school accredited by a generally recognized accrediting organization or
    • Department of Defense High School or
    • earned a  High School Equivalency Certificate (formerly the GED)
  • Received an honorable discharge
    • after serving at least two years of service in the Armed Forces or
    • due to a disability
The following documents must be provided for consideration:

After this request and the appropriate documentation have been submitted, the following credit will be granted:

  • Four (4) semester hours of physical education
  • Any additionally approved credit through evaluation of military transcript

Returning Students

  • VA Students are required to file an Academic Plan with the VA rep.  Veterans benefits require students to follow an approved degree plan. 
  • Returning students are required to notify the VA rep at the time of registration.
  • Students should consult an Academic Advisor about degree plan requirements and course scheduling.

Hill College maintains an open admissions policy ensuring that all persons benefit from postsecondary education and have an opportunity to enroll. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, age or military status in admission decisions.

Veterans Information

  • Texas Lawyers for Texas Veterans (800)622-2520
  • Texas Veterans Commission (512)463-5538
  • VA Debt Management (800)827-0648
  • VA Homeless Outreach (877)424-3838
  • VA Medical Center (800)423-2111
  • VA Regional Office (800)827-1000
  • Veteran Crisis Line (800)273-8255
  • Veteran's Affairs Life Insurance, Info & Service (800)669-8477