Veteran Retraining Grant
Up to $3,000/year for 2 years for unemployed or underemployed veterans being retrained.
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About this benefit
Eligibility
Must have been involuntarily laid off (not due to misconduct) within 1 year before application. Must have been employed 6+ consecutive months with same employer or in same/similar occupation. Annual income from employment must be below the federal poverty guidelines. Must be enrolled in a technical education program or structured on-the-job training completable within 2 years. Four-year college degree coursework does NOT qualify.
Covers
Up to $3,000/year for a maximum of 2 years. Amount determined by financial need.
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Last checked 2026-05-05 against dva.wi.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Wisconsin state agency before applying.
Other Wisconsin Education & Training
Wisconsin GI Bill (Tuition Remission)
Full tuition and fee remission at UW System or Wisconsin Technical College System schools for up to 8 semesters or 128 credits.
Full tuition (tens of thousands of dollars)
Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant
Tuition reimbursement after course completion for veterans with household income below $50,000.
Veterans Grant for Private Nonprofit Schools
Up to $2,000 or 50% of tuition per semester at participating private nonprofit institutions.
Up to $2,000/semester
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