OCC is committed to helping our student veterans succeed. We realize that going to school can be expensive, and even with your VA benefits*, sometimes other costs of going to school that are not related to tuition can be hard to cover.
Did you know that OCC’s Veterans Pirates Program can assist you with other expenses, like textbooks, groceries and gas?
Criteria:
- Have not received an Associates, Bachelors, or Doctorate degree from an accredited institution
- Be a student-veteran
Funds are available on a first come, first served basis.
*Students utilizing VRE benefits may qualify for a textbook account. Please submit the form for consideration.
**For additional financial aid resources, we strongly encourage you to submit a FAFSA for 2025-2026
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UPON ACCEPTANCE INTO THE PROGRAM
- You will receive further instructions on how to access your OCC bookstore account.
- You will receive your choice of a $100 gas/target giftcard every month (only for Winter/Spring & Fall term).
Please be sure to submit a complete application to prevent any delays.
Direct Support Services
- Textbooks/Course Materials ($300 Max-Summer, $375 Max-Fall)
- Priority for Tech Device Loan Program
Additional Services
- Campus Tours
- Workshops
- VRC Computer Lab