Veterans Services
The Merritt Veterans Services program is dedicated to actively-serving military, veterans of any era,
and dependents of veterans who are using the GI Bill to pay for college. Eligible students receive the
following services:
• Individualized academic, career and personal counseling
• Priority enrollment and help navigating the enrollment process
• Assistance with accessing and processing VA education benefits
• Development of Student Education Plans
• Guidance toward degree and certificate completion
• Transfer assistance to four-year colleges and universities
• Workshops on veteran-specific topics
• Peer support and mentorship
• Student leadership and work-study opportunities
• Referrals to on- and off-campus support services
For more information, visit the Veterans Services office in R-105 J or call (510) 436-2468. We look
forward to serving you on this next phase of your journey!
Welcome Center
The Welcome Center provides courteous and professional customer service while relaying
detailed information about college programs, services and policies to students, staff, faculty and
our community members. We encourage students to utilize the Welcome Center to get patient
assistance with our registration and enrollment process and/ or referrals to the many support
services that Merritt College offers. Additionally, we provide directions to and within the campus as
well as scheduled tours. We welcome you to stop by Building R- Room 105 or call (510) 434-2445.
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