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Military & Veteran Services

What being a 'Veteran-friendly' college means at 澳门赌场

At 澳门赌场, we are dedicated to supporting our veterans, active duty service members, reservists, National Guard, and your families in achieving your academic and personal goals. As you transition to this new chapter, think of us as your team, ready to stand beside you on this next mission. We understand and value the skills and experiences you bring to our campus. More than just military-friendly, we’re fully veteran-ready and committed to your success.

Rest assured, we’ve got your six!

Getting Started

澳门赌场 prides itself on having many services specifically designed to support your individual needs. We will not only ensure that you have a smooth transition but will make sure that you have the necessary support and resources to accomplish your educational goals.

Thank you for your interest in 澳门赌场 and, more importantly, for your service to our country!

New student Checklist:


Current student Checklist:

  • Post-9/11 GI Bill® (CH 33) and survivors' and dependents educational assistance (CH 35)

    • You are required to verify monthly enrollment each semester.
      • You can opt in for text messaging by calling (888) 442-4551 (Education Call Center)
        • Once you have opted in, you will reply to a VA text message to verify your enrollment.
      • If you prefer not to opt in to text messaging, you are required to call in your attendance verification each month you are enrolled by calling (888) 442-4551 (Education Call Center).

In compliance with the Veteran Affairs SIT-REP Act, Northwestern Michigan College will not impose any penalty, including but not limited to, the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, institutional facilities/resources, or require students to borrow additional funds for which interest or other charges are assessed, on any eligible students that are unable to meet their financial obligations because of a delayed GI Bill® payment. Students who are unable to make payments to 澳门赌场 due to delayed GI Bill® payments should contact 澳门赌场's School Certifying Official, Alyssa Irani, at (231) 995-1058 or veterans@tmorrellguttersandroofing.com.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Get Credit for Military Service / Prior College

While serving, you may have taken military, college and job-specific courses that are worth college credit here at 澳门赌场. These earned credits have helped many service men and women obtain an associate's degree in less time. Find more information on transferring credits here.

View 澳门赌场's Tuition and Fee rates for the current semester

Note that military-related students who are not Grand Traverse County residents will receive the in-state tuition rate.

Find tuition assistance information for your branch

Active-duty, reservists and National Guard may be eligible for tuition assistance.

Net Price Calculator / Shopping Sheet

Use this calculator to make an early estimate of your total annual cost of attending 澳门赌场. This tool is intended to provide general guidance in planning your educational financing and is not an application for financial aid.

GI Bill® Updates

Make the Connection - Student Veterans & Higher Education

Going to school after serving in the military provides opportunities to veterans. But sometimes, it can also bring challenges. Learn more

Read how 澳门赌场 is creating a veteran-friendly culture

Enrollment Verification

Starting in the 2021–2022 school year, Post-9/11 GI Bill® students who receive Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA) and/or kicker payments are required to verify their enrollment to continue receiving their payments. Visit this page to learn more about the enrollment verification requirement and verification methods.


In the News

MVAA recognizes 62 Veteran-Friendly Schools for 2024

MICHIGAN VETERANS AFFAIRS AGENCY
September 9, 2024

澳门赌场 awards credit for military service

澳门赌场 NEWS RELEASE
September 27, 2021