Student Veterans

Student Veterans at CGU

Claremont Graduate University (CGU) is dedicated to supporting our student veterans by providing resources tailored to their unique experiences. Whether transitioning from military service to academia or seeking community and professional development, this page offers guidance on educational benefits, financial aid, mental health resources, and veteran-specific organizations available both on campus and within the broader community.

Campus Resources

🇺🇸 Using VA Benefits at CGU – Learn how to apply and manage your VA education benefits at CGU.

🇺🇸 VA Resources – Access official VA forms, payment information, and support services.

🇺🇸 Financial Aid Office – Explore additional funding options beyond VA benefits.

🇺🇸 Student Life for Veterans – Find spaces for connection, networking, and leadership opportunities.

Community Resources

General Veteran Assistance

• California Department of Veterans Affairs (CalVet)
  Address: 1227 O St, Sacramento, CA 95814
  Phone: (800) 952-5626
  Services: Education, employment, housing, healthcare, and benefits assistance for California veterans.

• Los Angeles County Military & Veterans Affairs
  Address: 1816 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015
  Phone: (877) 452-8387
  Services: Legal aid, housing support, financial assistance, and VA claims help.

• VA Long Beach Healthcare System
  Address: 5901 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA 90822
  Phone: (562) 826-8000
  Services: Comprehensive healthcare, mental health services, and disability benefits assistance for veterans.

• San Bernardino County Veterans Affairs
  Address: 175 W 5th St, 2nd Floor, San Bernardino, CA 92415
  Phone: (909) 382-3290
  Services: VA benefits counseling, disability claims assistance, and local veteran resources.

Mental Health & Wellness

• Veterans Crisis Line
  Phone: Dial 988, then press 1 (24/7 support)
  Services: Confidential support for veterans in crisis or those needing emotional assistance.

• Make the Connection
  Services: Personal stories and mental health resources specifically for veterans.

• The Soldiers Project
  Address: 5031 Sepulveda Blvd, Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
  Phone: (818) 761-7438
  Services: Free and confidential mental health counseling for post-9/11 veterans and their families.

• Wounded Warrior Project
  Phone: (888) 997-2586
  Services: Mental health and peer support programs for veterans transitioning to civilian life.

Employment & Career Resources

• Hire Heroes USA
  Phone: (866) 915-4376
  Services: Career coaching, job placement, and resume assistance for veterans.

• Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E)
  Services: Helps veterans with service-related disabilities prepare for, find, and maintain employment.

• U.S. VETS
  Address: 733 S Hindry Ave, Inglewood, CA 90301
  Phone: (310) 348-7600
  Services: Job training, housing assistance, and mental health services for veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Legal & Advocacy Services

• National Veterans Legal Services Program (NVLSP)
  Phone: (202) 265-8305
  Services: Free legal representation for veterans dealing with VA claims and discharge upgrades.

• Swords to Plowshares
  Address: 1060 Howard St, San Francisco, CA 94103
  Phone: (415) 252-4788
  Services: Legal assistance, housing, and employment support for veterans in California.

• Veterans Justice Outreach Program
  Services: Helps veterans involved in the justice system access VA services.

This dedicated Student Veterans page ensures that CGU’s veterans have access to academic, financial, mental health, and career support, while also connecting them with critical community-based veteran organizations across California.