Veterans Information

Are you a veteran of the United States Armed Forces? Then welcome to Oakton Community College, where we have a strong commitment to helping veterans get a great education.

Make your first stop Oakton's Advising Services. There, you'll find our veteran and workforce specialist, who works with every Oakton department to ensure a smooth transition to College for all veterans.  Once you've made that connection, start the process by completing your application. Apply online or download the application,

Below you'll find information about the variety of services we offer to support your success at Oakton Community College including: 

Advising
As noted above, Oakton's veteran and workforce specialist is housed within Advising Services, where you'll find academic advisors who are specially trained to help you refine your educational goals and choose the courses that will help you reach them. We strongly encourage you to contact Advising Services and meet with an academic advisor before registering for classes.

Career Services
From career counseling to interviewing workshops to an extensive online jobs database, Oakton will help you navigate your way to a great career.

Financial Benefits
As a veteran, you’re eligible for financial assistance toward your college education through the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. Oakton’s Enrollment Center staff will help you navigate the process.

Learning Center
Need a little extra help in accounting, engineering, English, math, languages, or science? The tutors at Oakton’s Learning Center can help. The Center also offers study skills workshops, testing services, and more. 

Veterans Survey (pdf)
Public Act 96 – 0133 Survey

Oakton Veterans Representatives

• Vince Donahue, Jr.
  Veteran and Workforce Specialist
  847.635.2632
  Fax: 847.635.2636
  vdonahue@oakton.edu

• Sheila Tsatsakis (If your last name begins with ‘A' through ‘K')
  Veterans Certifying Official
  847.635.2623
  Fax: 847.635.1706
  stsatsak@oakton.edu

• Leslie Robinson (If your last name begins with ‘L' through ‘Z')
  Veterans Certifying Official
  847.635.2622
  Fax: 847.635.1706
  lrobinso@oakton.edu