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In this issue, you will find important information and resources to help Veterans, service members, and their families prepare for the upcoming Fall semester. Stay informed and reach out to our office if you need assistance.
In this issue, you will find important information and resources to help Veterans, service members, and their families prepare for the upcoming Fall semester. Stay informed and reach out to our office if you need assistance.
✍️NOTE: The VA certification process takes approximately six weeks when your ECR is complete. Please help us be as efficient as possible by turning in your ECR as soon as you register.
☑️FALL 2026 Priority Deadline: JULY 15
☑️FALL 2026 Priority Deadline: JULY 15
To avoid delays in your VA Education Benefits, submit your completed ECR Form on or before the priority deadline. Once your Summer and Fall 2026 enrollment has been certified with the VA, you will receive a confirmation email from the VA Enrollment Manager system. This email will be sent to the email address linked to your VA account (either your hawaii.edu address or your personal email).
⚠️What Happens If You Miss the Priority Deadline?
⚠️What Happens If You Miss the Priority Deadline?
You can still submit: The Veteran & Military Resource Center (VMRC) will continue to accept ECR forms after July 15. You will not lose your eligibility to use your benefits for the term.
You can still submit: The Veteran & Military Resource Center (VMRC) will continue to accept ECR forms after July 15. You will not lose your eligibility to use your benefits for the term.
Expect delays: If you submit your form after the priority date, expect a delay in your VA education benefits. VA and VMRC processing times typically spike right before the semester begins, which means your initial monthly stipend or housing allowance may arrive later than expected.
Expect delays: If you submit your form after the priority date, expect a delay in your VA education benefits. VA and VMRC processing times typically spike right before the semester begins, which means your initial monthly stipend or housing allowance may arrive later than expected.
JULY 6
JULY 6
Summer Session II: First Day of Instruction
JULY 7
JULY 7
Last day to register for classes in this session. Last day to withdraw with 100% tuition refund
JULY 29
JULY 29
LLast day to withdraw with “W” and to Change to Credit/No Credit or Audit Grade Option
AUGUST 3
AUGUST 3
If your account shows an outstanding balance of more than $500 from prior terms (including IDAP charges, but excluding Fall 2026 charges), you must make a payment on or before Monday, August 3, 2026, by 11:59 PM.
Any student with a balance over $500 after this deadline will be dropped from classes for non-payment on Tuesday, August 4, 2026.
AUGUST 14
AUGUST 14
Last day of Summer Session II semester
AUGUST 20
AUGUST 20
Fall 2026: Tuition payment deadline by 4:00pm (HST)
AUGUST 24
AUGUST 24
Fall 2026: First Day of Instruction and Welcome Back to School Event!
SEPTEMBER 1
SEPTEMBER 1
Last day to register, add, or change sections online for full-semester class sections. Last day to withdraw online from full-semester classes with 100% tuition refund.
SEPTEMBER 15
SEPTEMBER 15
Last day to withdraw from full-semester classes with 50% tuition refund. Last day to withdraw without a “W” (end of “erase” period) online at www.star.hawaii.edu
NOVEMBER 2
Last day to withdraw online with a “W” grade from full-semester classes, to change to credit/no credit grade option, and to request audit grade option. Last day for instructors to submit incomplete make-up grades for Spring/Summer 2026.
NOVEMBER 27
Non-Instructional Day
DECEMBER 10
DECEMBER 10
Last day to apply for Fall 2026 graduation (all degrees and certificates) by 4:30pm (HST) and Last day of instruction
DECEMBER 18
DECEMBER 18
Last day of FALL 2026 semester
Frequently Ask Questions
Frequently Ask Questions
When can I expect to receive my VA benefits? I have already submitted my ECR.
When can I expect to receive my VA benefits? I have already submitted my ECR.
Once Kapi’olani CC’s VA Certifying Official submits your enrollment information, it must be entered into the system by VA. If the VA receives your ECR form after the priority deadline, processing times are typically longer at the start of the semester and VA is generally overwhelmed with enrollments at the start of each semester, it could take up to six weeks for the VA to complete the certification process during those times.
You must also verify your enrollment at the end of each month in order to receive payment for that month. Benefits are paid after each month of school is completed. For instructions, see the FAQ: “How do I verify my enrollment?”
If I fail a course, will I have to pay the VA back?
If I fail a course, will I have to pay the VA back?
If you fail a course but attended the entire term, the VA will not require you to pay back the tuition and fees, and you can usually retake the course with VA coverage. However, if you stop attending (unofficially withdraw) or fail due to non-attendance, the VA may classify it as a withdrawal and could require repayment of the funds for that course.
What if I’m taking classes at more than one institution or at multiple UH Campuses?
What if I’m taking classes at more than one institution or at multiple UH Campuses?
Inform Kapi’olani CC’s VA School Certifying Official (SCO) at VMRC as soon as possible. SCO will then contact the secondary campus(es) to certify your non-Kapi’olani CC courses.
Who is my Academic Counselor?
Who is my Academic Counselor?
For incoming students (freshman, returning, or transfer students), please contact the FYE/Pāhihi team at kapstart@hawaii.edu.
For continuing students (currently enrolled), contact the academic counselor assigned to your program/major. You can find a list of academic counselors for each major here: https://www.kapiolani.hawaii.edu/support-and-campus-life/counseling/
What is considered full-time status, and how many credits do I need to register for to receive BAH?
What is considered full-time status, and how many credits do I need to register for to receive BAH?
FULL TIME STATUS:
Fall and Spring Semester: 12 or more credits (standard term)
Only applies to Chapter 31 (VR&E) & Chapter 33 (Post-9/11 GI Bill®) recipients for BAH/MHA based on Rate of Pursuit (RoP).
Fall and Spring Semester: To receive the Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), students must enroll in at least 7 credits, including at least one in-classroom course. For full BAH, students must enroll in 12 or more credits, with at least one in-classroom course.
Chapter 33: Students enrolled solely in online courses for a term will receive the distance learning BAH rate, which is equal to half the national average BAH for an E-5 with dependents. Visit the Department of VA website for the current rates
Chapter 31: All online courses allowed if approved by the VR&E counselor.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Phone: 808.734.9583 | Fax: 808.734.9876 | Email: kccva@hawaii.edu
OFFICE HOURS
Monday to Friday | 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Closed during Holidays
Our mailing address is:
Kapi'olani Community College
Veteran & Military Resource Center
4303 Diamond Head Road Iliahi Building Room 112 Honolulu, Hawaii 96816
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