Veteran Enrollment Information

All students must complete an application form to enroll at Norris Mechanical Welding School in Anderson, South Carolina. There is currently no application fee. After submitting the application, veterans must complete and return an enrollment agreement and provide required military documentation, such as a DD-214, if applicable.

All prospective students are required to attend an orientation with the Admissions Office. During orientation, course details, veteran benefits, and enrollment requirements at Norris Mechanical will be reviewed. Any special needs, accommodations, or scheduling considerations related to veteran services will also be discussed.

Documents Needed

COE/GI Bill® - A COE/GI Bill® refers to the Certificate of Eligibility (COE) issued by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs that confirms a veteran’s or dependent’s eligibility to receive GI Bill® education benefits, including tuition, housing allowance, and related educational support.
DD214 Form - (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) is an official military document that verifies your service and discharge status. Norris Mechanical Welding School requires this document for veterans enrolling in our programs.
Military Transcripts - education and training records that list courses, schools, and technical training completed during service.
College Transcripts - Veterans who have completed prior college coursework may be asked to obtain and submit official college transcripts for enrollment or records verification.

Request your COE/GI Bill® Document

Where can I request my COE at?

You can use the U.S. Department of Veteran’s Affairs website

at this link

Request your DD-214 File

What is the fastest method to obtain my DD-214?

The fastest method for most veterans is requesting it online through milConnect.

Request your DD-214 through milConnect:

https://milconnect.dmdc.osd.mil

Steps:

Sign in using a DS Logon
Go to Correspondence / Documentation
Select Request Records
Choose DD-214 and submit

If your record is already on file, you may be able to download it immediately.

Can I request my DD-214 through the National Archives?

Yes,

Request through the National Archives:

https://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records

You will complete Standard Form 180 (SF-180) online and submit it electronically or by mail. Processing time may take several days to a few weeks.

Can I request my DD-214 by mail or fax?

Yes.

Download Standard Form 180 (SF-180):

Fill in your personal and service information, sign and date the form, and mail or fax it to the address listed on page 2 of the form for your branch of service.

Request your Military Transcripts

Where do I get transcripts for Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard?

These branches use the Joint Services Transcript (JST).

Steps:

Go to https://jst.doded.mil
Create an account or log in using a CAC or DS Logon.
Review your transcript for accuracy.
Download a copy or request that an official transcript be sent to the school.

Where do I get transcripts for the Air Force?

The Air Force uses the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) transcript.

Steps:

Visit this site.
Follow the instructions to request an official transcript.
Select the delivery method requested by the school (electronic or mail).

What about National Guard or Reserve?

Most Guard and Reserve members will also use the Joint Services Transcript (JST) system. If you have questions, your unit or education office can assist.

Request your College Transcripts

How can I request my college transcripts?

If you have previously attended a college or university, you may be required to obtain and submit official college transcripts as part of the enrollment process.

To request your transcripts:

Contact the Registrar’s Office of the college or university you attended.
Ask for an official transcript to be sent to the school or provided to you in a sealed or electronic format.
Many schools allow transcript requests to be made online through the school’s website or through a transcript service such as Parchment or National Student Clearinghouse.
Follow the instructions provided by your previous school and allow time for processing and delivery.

Processing times and any transcript fees are set by the issuing college or university.