Forms and Resources
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) recommends that veterans and dependents apply and maintain benefits through the VA website.
Polk State College Forms and Resources
Military Service Tuition Assistance (TA) Information and Educational Portals
Disability Support – Department of Veterans Affairs Disability Ratings
Veterans who receive a disability rating from the VA can access Veterans Readiness and Employment (VR&E) services. These services may include job training, resume development, employment assistance, and other forms of support. Veterans are strongly advised to explore VR&E options prior to choosing coursework to ensure alignment with their career objectives. For more details or to apply for VR&E services, visit the Veterans Readiness and Employment website.
Registering with Disability & Counseling Services
Registering with the Office of Disability & Counseling Services is an important step to take before registering for classes at Polk State College.
Disability Evaluations and Academic Adjustments
It is important to understand that while disability evaluations and documentation from the VA can be beneficial when seeking academic adjustments, the criteria used by the military for disability determinations differ from those established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Academic adjustments may include, but are not limited to:
- Tutoring
- Extended time on exams
- Assistance from notetakers
Please note that a VA disability rating does not automatically entitle a student to academic accommodation. Requests for accommodations must be supported by medical documentation that details how the disability impacts learning and other significant life activities in the context of higher education.
To register with the Office of Disability & Counseling Services at Polk State, contact Dionne Formey, Coordinator for the Office of Disability & Counseling Services, at 863.292.3759 or via email at dformey@polk.edu.
Military Transcript Request
Other Resources
- Disabled American Veterans Website
- Florida Scholarships for Children and Spouses of Deceased or Disabled Veterans (CSDDV)
- Guide to Military Credit
- Information for Returning Service Members
- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America (IAVA)
- Request for Military Records
- Student Veterans of America
- U.S. Marines Dependent Scholarship Program
- U.S. Air Force Dependent Scholarship Program
- VA Mental Health Services
- VetJobs (Job Board for Veterans)
- Licensing and Certification