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We hope to provide you with the resources to help you achieve your academic and career goals.<\/p>\n<h3>How to Apply<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Step 1<\/strong>: Apply for VA education benefits with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.va.gov\/education\/how-to-apply\/\">How to apply for the GI Bill and related benefits<\/a><br \/><em>If you have any questions regarding eligibility, you can contact them at 1-888-442-4551 or Ask VA.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Step 2<\/strong>: Complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rccc.edu\/admissions\/admissions-process\/\">Rowan-Cabarrus Admissions Application<\/a>.<br \/><strong>Step 3<\/strong>: Complete <a href=\"https:\/\/ncresidency.cfnc.org\/residencyInfo\/\">North Carolina Residency Determination (RDS)<\/a>.<br \/><strong>Step 4<\/strong>: Submit all transcripts.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have official copies of your high school transcripts, transcripts from previously attended colleges, universities, non-college degree schools, and military transcripts sent to Rowan-Cabarrus Office of the Registrar. 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