American Samoa veteran benefits
Veteran Compass lists 2 American Samoa programs for veterans and their families. Each one links to the official government page, because rules, amounts and deadlines change. This is a guide to what is worth looking into, not a decision about whether you qualify. Federal VA benefits, such as health care, disability compensation and the GI Bill, also apply in American Samoa; see the full directory or use the Benefit Finder.
Education
American Samoa Community College Resident Tuition for Veterans and Dependents
American Samoa Community College has a policy treating qualifying veterans and their dependents who live in American Samoa as in-state residents for tuition and fees, following Section 702 of the federal Choice Act.
Who it may help: Covered groups include veterans using Chapter 30 or Chapter 33 GI Bill benefits who enroll within three years of discharge from active duty of at least 90 days, people using transferred Post-9/11 benefits, and people using Fry Scholarship benefits within the three-year window after the service member's death. Continuously enrolled students who first enrolled in time may keep the rate. The page states no effective date, so confirm with the college. Check the official page for current rules.
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American Samoa Community College Veterans Student Services
American Samoa Community College's veterans page says the college is approved for several VA education programs and certifies enrollment for students using them. It also explains the transcript evaluation that supports VA payment.
Who it may help: New students apply through the VA and then give the college a copy of their VA Certificate of Eligibility. Students submit a DD Form 214 and prior and military transcripts for evaluation, and some VA recipients must attend a VA services counselor orientation before their first semester. The page lists no tuition amounts or waivers. Contact the college at 684-699-9155 ext. 2002 or asccvastudentservices@amsamoa.edu. Check the official page for current rules.
Official source ↗ (opens in a new tab)Reviewed 2026-10-23
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