Veteran Resources
Here is a brief description of some of Veteran Services in the local Fresno area.
Employment Support
EDD Websites
Employment Development Department provides services in finding a job and also facilitates unemployment insurance (unemployment) if you lose your job. Please see details and point of contact.
Federal Work Study & National Science Foundation Position
If you are a science major and Veteran with a good GPA, you are welcome to apply for a paid federal work-study and NSF funded position at Fresno City College. Please see details and point of contact.
Contact Information: Dr. Carl Johansson
Become a Paid "Water Bear" Scientist
V.A. Work Study at the Fresno V.A. Hospital
If you are a science major and Veteran with a good GPA, you are welcome to apply for a paid federal work-study and NSF funded position at Fresno City College. Please see details and point of contact.
Contact Information: Dr. Carl Johansson
Psychological Support
Veterans Crisis Line
“The caring professionals at the Veterans Crisis Line are specially trained and experienced in helping Veterans of all ages and circumstances”
Fresno Vet Center
Under the auspices of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Fresno has a local office that will assist veterans and their families.
Focus: Combat veterans and victims of sexual abuse and their families are the main clients. They provide free readjustment and PTSD counseling. Any vet can contact them and they will direct them to the help they need. They never turn anyone away.
San Joaquin Valley Veterans
San Joaquin Valley Veterans, a project of West Care (SJVV) a nonprofit corporation was founded out of the respect for the dedicated veterans who generously served our country in times of peace and selflessly in times of war. They offered to our country years of their personal freedom – years of experiences and memories.
VA Web Pages
VA Central California Health Care System (VACCHCS) serves Veterans in Central California. VACCHCS consists of one (1) medical center located in Fresno, plus three (3) outpatient clinics in Merced, Oakhurst and Tulare.
Fresno County Veterans Service Office
Fresno County Veterans Service Office provides a vital and efficient system of services to veterans, their dependents, survivors and partners who lose a son or daughter in military service. These services consist of filling accurate claims in obtaining benefits / entitlements from the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Department of Defense (DOD), State and local programs.
Cal VET
CalVet delivers the innovative services veterans and their families need to be successful, productive Californians in the most efficient and cost effective manner through aggressively collaborating with key stakeholders and partners.
Financial Support
Financial Aid
We recommend that you fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
For the most up to date information or if you have any questions regarding your financial aid account please check with the Financial Aid Office.
Scholarship Information
Apply for a Scholarship for additional funds.
