San Diego Community College experiences for military students?

Hey, I'll be finishing my military service soon and thinking of going to community college. Does anyone have experience attending San Diego Community College as a military student?

Sure! While I haven't personally experienced military student life at San Diego Community College, I want to share some information to help you, based on what I know and have learned from others.

First of all, San Diego Community College District (which includes City, Mesa, and Miramar Colleges) is widely recognized for its strong support for military students, veterans, and their families. They offer a number of resources specifically geared toward people with military backgrounds, which can help you transition to civilian life and academic studies more smoothly.

The district has Veteran Affairs offices on all three campuses, and they're dedicated to assisting you with any administrative concerns, such as understanding and maximizing your military education benefits (like the G.I. Bill). They really work hard to aid your transition from military to student life.

Further, San Diego Community College has veteran support centers, which provide a variety of services including academic counseling, referral to additional resources (like disability services or mental health support), and opportunities to connect with other veteran students. They also offer a borrower program for textbooks, which can be a great financial resource.

Lastly, the colleges offer a class called "Counseling 135: Strategies for College Success." This class has a section aimed specifically at veterans, focusing on skills needed to succeed in college and career pathways.

I've heard also that these colleges maintain strong ties to the greater San Diego community, providing a broad support network and connections to resources off-campus, too.

Hope that helps, do confirm these by reaching out to the colleges, and best of luck with your educational journey post-service!