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Category: General
General questions for all VA Ready Scholars.
What does my credential look like?
Your credential document will be issued by its accrediting body — not your community college or VA Ready. Please see the descriptions and examples below to learn more about the credential document that we need you to upload in order to earn your $1,000 Credential Achievement Award. PLEASE NOTE: Your credential may be issued by […]
What if I upload the wrong documents?
For the Sign Up Application: If you uploaded the incorrect document(s) the Student Journey Team will make a note in your account and put your Sign Up Application back in draft status so that you can upload the correct document(s). You will be notified via email (from scholars@vaready.org) if your Sign Up Application is put back […]
Do I have to earn my credential or license in order to get the $1000 Credential Achievement Award?
Yes. In order to be eligible for the Credential Achievement Award, you must successfully earn your credential or license.
I didn’t apply for VA Ready at the start of my course and just earned my credential. Can I still qualify?
No. VA Ready cannot retroactively accept applications for completed courses.
Can I apply for more than one course and get more than one $1000 Credential Achievement Award?
No. At this time, individuals are only able to claim one Credential Achievement Award.
How do I get my $1000 Credential Achievement Award?
How will I know when my Scholar Application has been approved?
You will get a confirmation email at the time your Application is Approved. Please check your email and spam folder regularly for this email.