UWM is proud to join the ranks of select campuses across the country that have been classified as military friendly. Only the top 15% of schools in the nation achieve this designation each year.
Our office is dedicated to providing current and past members of the military, as well as their qualifying dependents, with accurate information and timely processing of their state and federal military educational benefits.
Federal Benefits
Post 9/11 GI Bill®
If you have at least 90 days of aggregate active duty service after Sept. 10, 2001, and are still on active duty, or if you are an honorably discharged Veteran or were discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days, you may be eligible for this Benefit.
- Learn more about the Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)
- Learn how to apply for the GI Bill and related benefits
Montgomery GI Bill®
MGIB-SR program provides education and training benefits to eligible members of the Reserves and Guard. Eligibility for this program is determined by the Selected Reserve components and VA makes the payments.
- Learn more about Montgomery GI Bill Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
- Learn how to apply for the GI Bill and related benefits
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment
(VR&E) is the VA’s comprehensive program providing training, special rehabilitation services and employment assistance for Veterans with service connected disabilities and Service members leaving active duty because of medical issues.
- Learn more about Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E)
Tuition Assistance
The Tuition Assistance (TA) program provides financial assistance for off-duty education programs in support of a Soldier’s professional and personal self-development goals. TA is available for courses that are offered in the classroom or by distance learning and is part of an approved academic degree or certificate program.
Prospective students are encouraged to contact their unit Education Services Officer (ESO). Military counselor or Service for TA approval prior to enrollment. Servicemembers with an approved Tuition Assistance Request (TAR) should contact the Military Education Benefits Office for further assistance using the “Contact Us” form below. Links to service branches are found below.
- Learn more about MyArmyBenefits Tuition Assistance (TA)
- Learn more about Military Tuition Assistance (MilTA)
- Learn more about the Navy College Program
State Benefits
Wisconsin GI Bill
The Wisconsin GI Bill remits full tuition and segregated fees for eligible veterans and their dependents for up to eight full-time semesters or 128 credits, whichever is greater, at any UW System or Wisconsin Technical College School. The Wisconsin GI Bill is a state program that is entirely separate from the Federal GI Bill. Go to the WI GI Bill page to learn more.
- Apply online at MyWisVets.com
- Or apply by completing and submitting the WDVA Form 2030 (Wisconsin GI Bill Request for Certification) form
National Guard Tuition Grant
The National Guard Tuition Grant can be used by eligible members of the Army & Air Guard. It pays for tuition used towards obtaining a members first undergraduate degree.
- Learn more and apply for the Wisconsin National Guard Tuition Grant
VetEd Tuition Reimbursement
The VetEd Tuition Reimbursement Grant can be used by eligible veterans of the Armed Forces. It pays for tuition used towards obtaining a members first undergraduate degree.
- Learn more about the VetEd Reimbursement Grant
MEBO Resources
Quick Links
- Joint Services Transcript Requests
- Wisconsin Veterans Education Portal
- Students Called to Active Duty
- Army ROTC
- Air Force ROTC
- Navy ROTC
- Student Loan Military Deferments
Campus Resources
- Military and Veterans Resource Center
- Vet Success on Campus services
- Veterans Upward Bound Program
- Accessibility Resource Center
- Student Financial Services
- VA Campus Toolkit
Community Resources
- Milwaukee VA Medical Center
- Benefits & Services for OEF/OIF/OND Service Members
- VetJobs National Job Board
- Veterans National Resource Directory
Summer BAH/Stipend Calculator
Spreadsheets will appear in this location when ready for each semester.
Download one of the two spreadsheets to figure out what your weekly enrollment level may be. One spreadsheet will help you calculate your weekly eligibility for the Post 9/11 GI Bill Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and the other will help you calculate your enrollment level for the Montgomery GI Bill Stipend. Simply enter the number of credit hours you plan to take during each summer term and then the calculator will do the rest!
Plan wisely for summer classes and get the most out of your benefits!
Undergraduate Summer Credit Table
| Type | 4 Weeks | 6 Weeks | 8 Weeks | 12 Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulltime | 3 credits | 4 credits | 6 credits | 8 credits |
| 3/4 time | 2 credits | 3 credits | 4 or 5 credits | 6 or 7 credits |
| 1/2 time | – | 2 credits | 3 credits | 4 or 5 credits |
| Less than 1/2 time | 1 credits | 1 credits | 1 or 2 credits | 3 credits |
Graduate Summer Credit Table
| Type | 4 Weeks | 6 Weeks | 8 Weeks | 12 Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fulltime | 3 credits | 4 credits | 5 credits | 6 credits |
| 3/4 time | 2 credits | 3 credits | 4 credits | 4 or 5 credits |
| 1/2 time | 1 credits | 2 credits | 3 credits | 3 credits |
| Less than 1/2 time | – | – | 2 credits | 2 credits |
* Please realize that the VA is the ultimate authority on credit-levels. These spreadsheets are only our attempt to estimate your enrollment levels.
Consumer Information
The Higher Education Act (HEA) of 1965, as amended, requires institutions participating in the Title IV financial aid programs to disclose specified information to all current and prospective students and employees. You can find all of that information on the Consumer Information page.
MEBO Forms
Request for Federal Benefits
Use these forms to request the use of Federal VA benefits.
Contact
- vets@uwm.edu
- 414-229-6627
- UWM Student Union, EG 40C
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm; Friday, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Fax: 414-229-5699
Mailing Address
Military Education Benefits Office
University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee
Student Union, EG 40C
P.O. Box 469
Milwaukee, WI 53201-0469