On behalf of the Military Connected Services, welcome to Dallas College! Know that the Dallas College community appreciates the experiences and strengths that you bring with you. We also value what military connected students bring to campus, and we are highly committed to ensuring your success.
Featured Event
2025 Veterans Mental Health Summit
Thursday, Sep 25, 2025
Join us for the 7th annual Veterans Mental Health Summit and Resource Fair on Sept. 25, 2025. Still Serving: Strength in Seeking Support. Strong Alone, Unstoppable Together
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Mountain View Campus
4849 W. Illinois Ave., Dallas TX 75211 -
Online
This event will take place online/virtually. Please review the event description for more details.
Vision
The vision of the Military Connected Services Support Program is to be a national model for students by removing educational barriers for military connected students.
Mission
The mission of the Military Connected Services Support Program is to advocate for and provide superior services to military connected students while adhering to the highest standards of Dallas College by creating a climate of care. Our ongoing efforts are to provide academic and holistic support for military members, their families, and survivors.
What We Offer
- College Credit for Military Training
- Student Veteran Association
- Services and Programs
- Academic assistance, including resources and study areas
- Job opportunities and career services
- Answers to VA Benefit questions
- Work Study Program – request more information or ask your campus Program Lead
We are here to serve you and can be contacted at DCVeterans@DallasCollege.edu. If you have military benefit questions, please email MilitaryDist@DallasCollege.edu.
If students are enrolled in classes at separate campuses, Compliance must certify courses at each campus 24 hours apart. This is an Enrollment Manager issue; they are working on a solution. We will keep everyone notified once it changes.
“Going back to college was another challenge for myself though. I was in college for a semester before I joined the military and it had been 7 years since I had taken college course. This made it challenging to take on school again.” Read Favian Hernandez's story.
Mental Health and Wellness
- Veterans Mental Health Summit
Every Fall we offer our annual Veterans Mental Health Summit, which promotes mental health and wellbeing. Participants tend to walk away with enhanced knowledge of the ways they can positively impact their mental health and wellbeing through educational programming and resources. - Health Services
Whether you served stateside or in combat, in the reserves, National Guard, or regular military, our Health Services is here to offer various nursing assistance. You also do not need to be sick to visit any of our Health Services Departments in Dallas College - all health concerns and questions are welcomed. - Veterans Crisis Line
Are you a veteran in crisis or concerned about one? Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are veterans themselves. Call 800-273-8255 (Press 1). - Counseling and Psychological Services
Transitioning from the military to college can present challenges for student veterans who may require assistance. Our Counseling Department is a safe place to discuss any struggles you may encounter. - Accessibility Services
Do you have service-connected disabilities or learning disabilities? If you are a veteran having difficulty finishing exams, are easily distracted in the classroom or have physical or emotional issues impeding your performance in classes, our Accessibility Services Department is a great resource for you to ensure you get equal access to programs and services.
Transition and Transfer Services
Military Transcript Workshops
Don’t miss out on college credit you’ve earned through work or military experience. Each Fall and Spring we offer a workshop to ensure veteran students’ military transcripts are evaluated for college transfer credits, degree completion and graduation requirements. View upcoming workshops.
Veteran Information Sessions
To ensure a smooth transition each semester and eliminate roadblocks, we offer special information sessions for our veteran students. Students will learn about military connected resources on campus, certification processes, educational benefits, upcoming events and the Student Veterans Association. View upcoming workshops.
Focus Groups
Our Focus Group is a periodic discussion to gain insight into the experiences, perspectives and needs unique to the military connected population throughout the DFW Metroplex.
Career Resources and Jobs
Visit our Career Services Department to search for jobs and get help translating your military skills and experiences to civilian jobs.
Veterans Affairs Offices at Other North Texas Colleges and Universities
- Collin College (Collin County Community College District)
- Texas Woman’s University
- University of North Texas
- University of Texas at Dallas
Academic Resources
Salute
Salute is a national honor society that recognizes and honors the service and scholastic achievements of student veterans across America. Current students can contact their campus program lead for more information.
Accessibility Services
If you are a veteran having difficulty finishing exams, are easily distracted in the classroom or have physical or emotional issues impeding your performance in classes, our Accessibility Services Department is a great resource to get equal access to programs and services.
Learning Support
We have several resources to assist veteran students in their academic journey from preparation to online learning to in-person tutoring.
Success Coaching
Dallas College has success coaches trained in assisting veteran students and will develop a comprehensive educational plan customized to fit the specific needs of a veteran.
Male Achievement Program
Veterans are welcomed to participate in The Male Achievement Program (MAP) - an academic success and mentoring program geared toward men of color at Dallas College.
Community Resources
Information for Texas Veterans
Hazlewood Exemption
The Hazlewood Exemption (Hazlewood Act) provides education benefits to honorably discharged or separated Texas veterans and their dependent children and spouses
General Information for Veterans
Military.com
A free military and veteran membership organization featuring community connections, military news, educational resources and more
ACP Mentoring Program
A free program that connects veterans with professionals for mentoring on topics ranging from resume building and job market knowledge to networking, leadership and more
Other Veterans Affairs Offices
Additional Information
Requesting Military Records
Request your DD-214 and service transcripts.
The Texas National Guard Tuition Assistance Program
This program provides an exemption from tuition payment to certain members of the Texas National Guard, Texas Air Guard or the State Guard. For more information, call the Texas National Guard Education Services Office at 512-782-5515.
TXServes
TXServes – North Texas is a coordinated network of public, private and nonprofit organizations serving veterans, service members and their families in the Dallas and Fort Worth areas. TXServes – North Texas uses technology and its partner network to guide veterans, service members and their families to the most appropriate services and resources available.
Veterans Crisis Line
Are you a veteran in crisis or concerned about one? Connect with the Veterans Crisis Line to reach caring, qualified responders with the Department of Veterans Affairs. Many of them are veterans themselves. Call 800-273-8255 (Press1).
Additional Resources
- Veteran Affairs (VA) Education Call Center
- North Texas VA Mobile Clinic (Dallas)
- VA North Texas Health System
- Federal Student Aid – information about federal student financial aid
- VA National Center for Veterans Analysis and Statistics
- U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
- GI Bill® website. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' GI Bill website features an online application for benefits, breaking news, FAQs and more.
- Downloadable education benefit application forms (i.e., 22-1990, 22-1995, 22-5490, 22-5495)
- Education benefit payment rates
- GI Bill Information Line: 888-442-4551
- GI Bill Enrollment Verification Line: 877-823-2378
Student Clubs and Associations
Student Veteran Association
The Dallas College Student Veteran Association (SVA) is a student-run club that provides veterans a place to connect, encourages campus involvement among fellow veterans, and serves not only the Dallas College community but surrounding communities as well.
Upcoming Events
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Sept. 25, 2025
2025 Veterans Mental Health Summit
Join us for the 7th annual Veterans Mental Health Summit and Resource Fair on Sept. 25, 2025. Still Serving: Strength in Seeking Support. Strong Alone, Unstoppable Together
Sept. 30, 2025
Silent Disco
Celebrate the new semester with the Support Programs team. Join us for lunch, fun, games, giveaways and music.
Oct. 06, 2025
Veteran Wellness Lunch and Learn Series
Join us for a series of 12 discussions designed to empower you in your transition.
Nov. 05, 2025
Gladiator Games: Battle of the Fittest
Compete against your fellow Dallas College students in friendly fitness challenges and games.
Dallas College SVA Leadership Conference
Members are invited to the Dallas College SVA Leadership Conference scheduled for June 2-3, 2022.
Growing Warriors
Growing Warriors is a new Dallas College gardening initiative at the Mountain View and Cedar Valley gardens that will serve as an opportunity to learn about social responsibility through sustainable living and develop a close-knit veteran student community. It will also be an opportunity to connect with the surrounding communities and a local source of food for the Dallas College food pantry.
Interested? Let us know.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at benefits.va.gov/gibill.