Veterans Educational Benefits and Services

New Veteran Students

If you will be starting classes at Lake Superior State University for the first time in a future semester and have not used GI Bill® Educational benefits before at any institution of higher learning.

Transfer Veteran Students

If you will be starting classes at Lake Superior State University for the first time in a future semester and have used GI Bill® Educational benefits before at any institution of higher learning.

Educational Benefits

GI Bill® Educational Benefits

The links below provide information about Veterans educational benefits. For more information regarding individual eligibility for these and other educational benefits, please contact the VA Educational Hotline at 1-888-442-4551 or visit the website at vets.gov. LSSU’s VA Certifying Official cannot determine a veteran’s eligibility for benefits.

Additional Resources

Transferability of Educational Benefits Summary The information sheet associated with this link briefly outlines eligibility and how to transfer educational benefits to dependents and/or spouses. W.A.V.E. – Verify Monthly Enrollment Once classes begin, Chapter 30 and/or Selected Reserves (1606) students must confirm enrollment on/or after the last day of each month. This link connects with Veteran’s Affairs ‘WAVE’ (Web Automated Verification of Enrollment). Michigan Veterans Trust Fund (MVTF) This is a program used when an unforeseen situation has caused a temporary financial emergency or hardship that a grant, if approved, would resolve and the applicant can show that they will be able to meet future expenses. Department of Talent and Economic Development – Douglas Robinson, GCDF, Disabled Veterans’ Outreach Program Specialist & Veterans’ Employment Services   Phone: 989-732-3886 EXT. 4234 or email Chippewa County Department of Veteran Affairs Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA) Michigan Department of Military & Veterans Affairs U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs VFW American Legion American Veterans Disabled American Veterans Paralyzed Veterans of America National Personnel Records Center, Military Personnel Records, St. Louis For a Military Veteran or next-of-kin of a deceased, former member of the military to order a copy of military records. These records may include: a DD214-using Standard Form 180 or obtain essential military records of a deceased next-of-kin for potential Chapter 35 students. The Department of Veterans Affairs Chapter 36 – Education and Career Counseling program offers a great opportunity for transitioning Service members, Veterans, and eligible family members to get personalized counseling and support to guide their career paths, ensure most effective use of their VA Education benefits, and achieve their goals. Their Fact Sheet outlines the benefit and the 28-8832 Educational/Vocational Counseling Application will start the process. For additional questions or help, contact the VA by calling the nationwide toll free number, 1-800-827-1000. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill. Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency Veteran-Friendly Employers lists recognize employers that are committed to military veteran recruitment, training, and retention practices. The MVAA awards employers Gold, Silver, or Bronze level status as Veteran-Friendly Employers. Review the lists as you consider your professional opportunities and visit the companies’ websites. As you begin applying for opportunities, be sure to visit individual company websites and MiTalent.org.

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 at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill (for more information, visit the VA’s trademark website page: Trademark Terms of Use – Education and Training (va.gov).

VA Certifying Officials

Jennifer L. McCallum
Registrar Services Specialist
906-635-2082

Katie Kelsey
Coordinator of Technical Operations                                                                                                                                     & International Student Compliance
906-635-2613