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Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant

Tuition reimbursement after course completion for veterans with household income below $50,000.

Verified May 12, 2026againstdva.wi.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Education & Training — Wisconsin
Who it's for
Veterans
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Where it applies
Wisconsin
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant?

Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant is a Wisconsin education & training benefit for veterans. Tuition reimbursement after course completion for veterans with household income below $50,000.

Who qualifies

Veterans
  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • Wisconsin residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Wisconsin agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Must achieve at least 2.0 GPA per semester. Household income must be below $50,000 (plus $1,000 per dependent beyond two). Credit/semester limits based on active duty length: 90-180 days = 30 credits/2 semesters; 181-730 days = 60 credits/4 semesters; 731+ days = 120 credits/8 semesters. Applications must be received within 60 days of course start. Veterans must not have already earned a bachelor's degree. Reimbursement reduced by other grants/scholarships already covering tuition. Standard veteran eligibility (honorable discharge, WI residency, qualifying service).

What Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant covers

Covers

Tuition and fees reimbursement (lesser of actual paid or UW-Madison undergraduate rate) after successful course completion at UW institutions, Wisconsin Technical College System, or approved private institutions.

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: dva.wi.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant

Who qualifies for Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant?▾
Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant is for Veterans; available to any veteran; wisconsin residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant?▾
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Veterans Education (VetEd) Reimbursement Grant?▾
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

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Full tuition and fee remission at UW System or Wisconsin Technical College System schools for up to 8 semesters or 128 credits.

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Veterans Grant for Private Nonprofit Schools

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Up to $2,000/semester

Veteran Retraining Grant

Up to $3,000/year for 2 years for unemployed or underemployed veterans being retrained.

Up to $6,000 total

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