Veterans Benefits
Veteran’s Benefits
Eastern Maine Community College is an approved institution for the training of veterans and their dependents. Under the various veterans educational assistance acts eligible individuals qualify for financial assistance according to their form of military service.
Veterans and Dependents with any questions about VA Education Benefits can call the VA toll free at (1-888-442-4551) or visit their website.
The above toll free number provides:
- Information on VA educational benefits 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week!
- Ability to ask questions or send an inquiry
- Ability to obtain information on your own benefits account if you receive Montgomery GI Bill Benefits
- Ability to Speak with an Education Case Manager Monday through Friday, during normal business hours.
Additional Information Regarding Veterans Benefits May Also be Available Through the Following Resources:
| Resource | Contact Info |
|---|---|
| VA Regional Office, Togus, ME | 1-800-827-1000 www.vba.va.gov/ro/east/togus |
| Vocational Rehabilitation | 207-623-5764 www.vba.va.gov/ro/east/togus/vocrehab.htm |
| Maine Bureau of Veterans Services | www.nasdva.com/maine.html |
| Veterans Assistance Center, Portland, ME | 207-780-3584 |
Online Veteran Resources:
Veteran Education and Accredited Online Colleges
Applications for veterans benefits can be obtained in person or by contacting the EMCC Financial Aid Office at (207)-974-4625 or by mail directed to:
Eastern Maine Community College
Financial Aid Office
354 Hogan Rd.
Bangor ME 04401