Chapter 31 Veterans Readiness & Employment (VRE) Program
Find answers to frequently asked questions about the Chapter 31 Veterans Readiness & Employment (VRE) program at UC San Diego.
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How do I know if I qualify for VRE benefits?
How do I get an academic/degree plan?
Our office is not qualified to complete degree plans for VRE purposes. You can contact your College advising office or graduate program academic advisors for assistance with the VRE degree plan.
What is the first step once I’m admitted to UCSD and approved for VRE?
If you intend to use the Ch 31 VRE Benefit at UCSD, please email your PID (student ID number) and the full name and email address of your VRE counselor to vao@ucsd.edu.
Please let us know if your VRE counselor requires UCSD-specific information from the “VA School Certifying Official.”
What does VRE cover at UCSD?
Chapter 31 VRE provides a tuition and registration fees payment, an allowance for housing, and parking permit if authorized by your VRE counselor.
VRE does NOT cover the waivable UC Student Health Insurance Plan fee – you have health care through the VA.
Contact Us
If you still have questions or need assistance, contact the Veteran Benefits Office:
- Email: vao@ucsd.edu
- Registrar's Office, Student Services Center, 2nd floor (map)
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