Minnesota GI Bill
Up to $15,000 lifetime ($5,000/year max) for tuition, fees, and approved training at eligible MN institutions.
Who qualifies
- Available to any veteran
- Minnesota residency
Details
Eligibility
Veteran who is serving or has served honorably in any branch of the U.S. armed forces; OR non-veteran with 5+ cumulative years in the MN National Guard or any other active/reserve component of the U.S. armed forces, with any part of that service occurring on or after September 11, 2001. Minnesota resident enrolled in a certificate, diploma, or degree program at a participating MN institution. Must complete FAFSA and meet satisfactory academic progress. Per MN Statute 197.791.
Also available to eligible spouses and children of service members who died from military service or have a total and permanent service-connected disability.
Always confirm current rates and rules with the Minnesota state agency before applying.
Other Minnesota Education & Training
Surviving Spouse & Dependent Education Benefit
Free tuition at Minnesota public colleges plus $750/year for dependents of veterans who died from service.
Full tuition + $750/year
Veteran Education Assistance Grant
One-time $750 grant for veterans who have exhausted federal GI Bill benefits.
$750 (one-time)
Resident Tuition Rate for Veterans
Veterans (and Section 702-eligible spouses/dependents) treated as Minnesota residents for tuition at public institutions; graduate rate requires MN residency at enlistment.
Thousands per year in tuition savings
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