We are completely committed to advocate for the success of all students, with a specialized focus on supporting military-connected individuals transitioning from military service to academia, along with their family members. Learn more
The Spring 2026 semester has officially begun, Saturday, January 24, 2026. If you are using GI Bill® Benefits (Chapter 30, 31, 33, 35, or 1606) or you are a new incoming student wishing to use your GI Bill® Benefits please submit a request after you have registered for Spring classes ASAP. Scroll down to the tile that states, "Request Certification" to submit your request. Don't forget to email the School Certifying Official (SCO) once you have submitted your request. The VA's first deposit will be a pro-rated deposit and occurs on the first of the month. If you are now requesting certification, your first deposit will be delayed by several weeks.
If you are currently using the Cal Vet Fee Waiver (CVFW), the waiver will be automatically applied to Spring 2026 as long as you are registered for Spring classes. If you registered for classes after January 20, 2026, please contact the Student Business Office, so they can roll over your CVFW.
If you are a new incoming student using the CVFW, the SCO will need a new 16-digit code, if you used your waiver this past Fall semester at another school; otherwise, please email the SCO your CVFW.
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to reach out to our Military-Connected Veteran’s Advisor/VA School Certifying Official
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
All University programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.
Student Veteran Stories
Alexander Pimentel was stabbed and shot as a teen, critically wounded by a bomb blast during one of three tours in the Army in Afghanistan, and diagnosed with cancer years later. Oh, and by the way, he earned his degree at CSUCI while raising three kids as a single parent. Read more