VETERAN TOOLSVA claims application
Prepare and submit a VA disability claim or request an increase, with evidence instructions and the option to save your work.
VAExplore
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Tools & Resources
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VA claim and appeal status
Check your VA claim or appeal, view available decision letters, and upload evidence for an initial claim.
VAExplore
Accredited representative directory
Find a VA-accredited representative who can help with your claim.
VA OGCExplore
DAV benefits assistance
Connect with DAV for local help with a VA claim or appeal.
DAVExplore
VFW Claims
Find the VFW service-officer route for veterans, serving members, Guard and Reserve members, or survivors.
VFWExplore
State and territory veterans agencies
Find your state or territory veterans agency and explore its benefits and services.
NASDVAExplore
County Veterans Service Officer locator
Search by county, location, or distance for a County Veterans Service Officer.
NACVSOExplore
NVLSP legal and screening pathways
Explore NVLSP legal-help options for discharge upgrades, medical retirement, CRSC, and TSGLI, along with its benefits-screening app.
NVLSPExplore
VA Pension and additional allowances
Review VA pension options, current rates, and Aid and Attendance or Housebound allowances.
VAExplore
VA survivor compensation
Find VA survivor pathways for DIC, Survivors Pension, accrued benefits, and related support.
VAExplore
USAJOBS and Feds Hire Vets
Explore federal jobs, veteran hiring paths, and the documents you need to apply.
OPMExplore
CareerOneStop Veteran Transition Center
Explore civilian careers, wages, training, licenses, certifications, and local employment help.
DOLExplore
My Next Move for Veterans
Explore civilian occupations related to your military work and use an interest assessment to consider other paths.
O*NET / DOL ETAExplore
Employment Navigator and Partnership Program
Get one-to-one transition coaching for career assessments, resumes, interviews, and referrals.
DOL VETSExplore
SkillBridge
Explore civilian work-based training as you approach separation.
Defense DepartmentExplore
Veteran Readiness and Employment
Explore counselor-led support for employment, training, self-employment, or independent living through VR&E.
VAExplore
Hire Heroes USA
Get help with your resume, interviews, networking, and salary negotiation, and explore the Hire Heroes USA job board.
Hire Heroes USAExplore
Hiring Our Heroes Career Connectors
Connect with hiring events, fellowships, employers, and career preparation through Hiring Our Heroes.
US Chamber of Commerce FoundationExplore
ACP Veteran Mentoring
Connect with a mentor for a year of support with your career, advancement, or business goals, often remotely.
American Corporate PartnersExplore
Apprenticeship.gov
Explore apprenticeships, credit for military experience, and questions to ask about using the GI Bill.
DOLExplore
GI Bill Comparison Tool
Compare approved schools and training programs, benefit estimates, Yellow Ribbon participation, and cautions to consider.
VAExplore
VA education and training
Find VA education applications, benefit rates, eligibility guidance, and tools to manage your education benefits.
VAExplore
College Scorecard
Compare college and field-of-study information on costs, aid, completion, debt, and earnings.
Department of EducationExplore
College Navigator
Search for colleges, compare institutions, and use maps and exports to organize your options.
NCES / Department of EducationExplore
Service to School
Connect with veteran mentors for help preparing college or graduate-school applications.
Service to SchoolExplore
Student Veterans of America Success Hub
Find Student Veterans of America chapters, student support, scholarships, and resources for college.
SVAExplore
Onward to Opportunity
Prepare for career certifications with coursework and advising that do not use your education benefits.
Syracuse University IVMFExplore
Joint Services Transcript and ACE pathway
Find military learning records and college-credit recommendations to bring to your school.
DANTES / service transcript officesExplore
DANTES credit by examination
Explore CLEP and DSST exams, preparation resources, and funding guidance for earning college credit.
DANTES / exam providersExplore
FAFSA and Federal Student Aid
Use the FAFSA to apply for federal grants, work-study, and student loans.
Department of EducationExplore
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