Important Dates & Deadlines

Do Not Drop/Hold Process
If you submit your Request for Certification before the due date(s) listed below, you will automatically receive a Do Not Drop/Hold Service Indicator (B14) on your account.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for a Do Not Drop/Hold (B14), students must meet the following criteria:
- Students must be utilizing one of the following benefits: Chapter 31, Chapter 33 or Hazlewood.*
- Students cannot have an outstanding balance from a prior term.
- Students must submit a Request for Certification each semester before the following due dates(s):
Semester Due Date May Mini May 5, 2026 Summer 2026 May 12, 2026 Fall 2026 July 28, 2026
If you do not submit your Request for Certification by the due date(s) listed above, you will need to contact the Business Office to set up a payment arrangement so that you will not be dropped from your classes.
*PLEASE NOTE: Hazlewood students must also follow the due dates above as well as submit all required documents no later than one week prior to the end of the term.
On the Spot Certification
On the Spot Certification is an opportunity for our Veterans and Military Affiliated students to have their certification request reviewed and submitted to the United States Department of Veterans Affairs for use of their educational benefits on the same day.
To expedite the process, please make sure you are enrolled, registered for classes, submitted a Request for Certification, and have all Required Documents.
We look forward to seeing you!

Fall 2026 - On the Spot Certifications:
Date and Time: August 10, 2026 - 9 AM - 4 PM
Location: TIB 107
Date and Time: August 11, 2026 - 9 AM - 4 PM
Location: A231
Date and Time: August 12, 2026 - 9 AM - 4 PM
Location: B13.210
Date and Time: August 18, 2026 - 9 AM - 4 PM
Location: DTEC 103
Date and Time: August 19, 2026 - 9 AM - 4 PM
Location: TECH 202