Veterans Benefits

• Post 9-11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)
• Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30)
• VA Vocational Rehabilitation (Chapter 31)

For spouses and dependents:

• Fry Scholarship
• Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance (DEA) (Chapter 35)

Reserve and National Guard:

• Selected Reserve/National Guard Educational Assistance (Chapter 1606)

Follow these steps to securing federal benefits:

1. Apply for benefits
2. Apply to a Madison College program
3. Submit your VA Enrollment Form (PDF).
4. Register for classes. You may request Priority Registration (PDF).
5. Submit your eligibility documents
   • Certification of Eligibility
     • You will be sent a Certificate of Eligibility indicating your eligibility and entitlement. Submit a copy of this COE. You may also turn in a screen shot of your eBenefits if you’ve already established your eligibility and cannot find your COE.
   • Transcripts
     • If you’re receiving Federal GI Bill benefits, you are required by the VA to submit both military and prior official college transcripts. 
   • DD214
     • If you’re receiving Federal VA Education benefits under your military service, you must submit a copy of member copy 4 of your DD214.
   • Submit all documentation to the Madison College Enrollment Center.
6. Verify your enrollment
   • If you’re receiving any of the following benefits, you must verify your enrollment each month by calling 877.823.2378 or by going online to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Web Automated Verification of Enrollment (WAVE). 
     • Chapter 30
     • Chapter 1606
     • Chapter 35 (depending on your program) 
7. Receive your payment
   • If this is the first time you’re going to use Federal Education benefits, expect payment about 4 weeks after classes start.

The WI GI Bill® provides program and material fee remission (forgiveness) for eligible veterans and eligible dependents of veterans who were killed or became disabled in line of duty.

The WI GI Bill does not waive 100% of tuition and fees. It only waives State-set program, material, and online fees. You are responsible for paying the uncovered portions including various fees and materials costs.

Funding is limited to 8 full-time semesters (about 128 credits).

Application Process

See if you’re eligible for WI GI Bill remission on the Wisconsin GI Bill website. You can also obtain the packet at the Madison College Enrollment Center.

Need help applying?

Contact the county Veterans Service office.

To establish WI GI Bill remission at Madison College, you must complete the following steps:

1. Apply for benefits
2. Apply for benefits with WDVA
3. Register for classes
4. Maintain your eligibility (minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 2.0)

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 website.

Your service has earned you the opportunity to continue your education.

Explore these additional funding options.

• Veterans Education Reimbursement Grant
• Retraining Grant
• Wisconsin National Guard Tuition Reimbursement Grant
• Military Spouse Career Advancement (MyCAA)
• HEROES Act

To qualify for most veterans' benefits, programs or services, a veteran must first establish eligibility for benefits. Eligibility for Wisconsin criteria is set in the state laws (WIS.Stats.Ch.45). Review the information at each link regarding the specific benefits and application information .