I'm also from VISN 10 and my application was submitted 7/10 with me starting school on 8/24. My application was initially rejected due to issues with transcripts for my transfer credits. Luckily I was able to work with my education dept & submit additional documentation and I received my acceptance 8/21. Having experienced both the lows and highs the only advice I'd give anyone applying for vaneep is make sure you have all of your paperwork completed and then stay on your education dept to get their side done -- and don't accept a rejection until you're sure there's nothing else that can be done.