Veterans Services

Under 2013 Assembly Bill 201, degree-seeking student Veterans and service members may qualify for early enrollment depending on the condition of their military discharge. Students using Veteran education benefits will be identified for early enrollment accordingly. Students not using Veteran education benefits must contact FVTC Veterans Services and submit proper documentation to apply for early enrollment.

View information on programs of study and to submit an online application for admission.
Veterans Benefits Brochure

Federal Veteran education benefits information and application instructions.

State Veteran education benefits information and application instructions.

2.0 Cumulative GPA Requirement:

Beginning in January 2014, any student using the Wisconsin G.I. Bill, whether it be the Veteran, the spouse or the child of a Veteran, must maintain at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher in order to remain eligible for the Wisconsin G.I. Bill benefits. Should a student using the Wisconsin G.I. Bill have a cumulative GPA that falls below the threshold of 2.0 at the end of a term, the student may still enroll the following term; however, they will not be able to use the Wisconsin G.I. Bill at that time. Should the student get their cumulative GPA back to a 2.0 or higher at the end of a non-qualifying term, the student will be re-certified for the subsequent term by the institution/school.

FVTC Veterans Services may request the following items for your file:

• Federal Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
• DD-214 (member 4 copy)
• WDVA 2029 (if applying for the WI G.I. Bill)
• Marriage Certificate (if spouse)
• Birth Certificate (if dependent)
• Service-connected disability rating papers (if applying for a benefit requiring a service-connected disability)

If you are using a federal benefit, it is crucial that you notify FVTC Veterans Services of future enrollments. We are required to certify your classes every semester. Failure to notify us of enrollment will result in non-payment.

FVTC Veterans Priority Enrollment Policy (PDF)

The first step to claiming the credits you have earned is to request a Joint Services Transcript.

You may also visit FVTC's Transfer Credit office to learn more about transfer credit and advanced standing options. Please call 920-735-4720 or email transfercredit@fvtc.edu for assistance.

American Legion

AMVETS

Ask the VA a question through secure login

Center for Veterans Issues

COTS (Transitional Housing)

County Veteran Services Office - Outagamie/Winnebago/Calumet

DAV Transportation Services

Desert Veteran of Wisconsin

eBenefits

FDSS (financial counseling/wellness)

Fox Valley Salvation Army

Fox Valley SSVF Program (emergency short-term housing)

Fox Valley Veterans Council, Inc. 

Green Bay Vet Center

Heat for Heroes

HUD/VASH Veteran Long-Term Housing

Leaven

Military Spouse Resource Center

Official Blog - US Department of Veterans Affairs

Pillars

State of Wisconsin Workforce Development

Tricare

VA Debt Management Center 

VA Social Media Directory

Veterans Administration Clinics and Hospitals

Veterans Assistance Program

Veterans Crisis Line

Veterans of Foreign Wars

Veterans Wisconsin Education Portal 

Wisconsin 211 (United Way Services)

Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs

FVTC is proud to have Student Veterans of America (SVA) on campus! SVA is a student club that collaborates, networks, shares relevant resources, and discusses topical concerns. As a club, SVA strives to enhance the educational experience at FVTC. SVA's overall purpose is to provide support and opportunities where the student Veteran and servicemember can reconnect, thrive and succeed.

Visit FVTC SVA on Facebook and Twitter for information on upcoming events and good discussion.

Beginning Dec. 17, 2021, The Department of Veterans Affairs will require all Post 9/11 GI Bill® recipients to verify their enrollment every month. Call  1-877-823-2378 to verify enrollment and you will have the option to Opt-in for text verification for future verification. 

Chapter 33 Students - The Cengage charge of $120.00 on your FVTC account is a digital resource that takes place of a traditional book. Since Post 9/11 (CH33) recipients receive a Book/Supply stipend from their VA benefits, The Cengage charge will be the responsibility of the student to pay. 

Yes, you can, and we encourage all our VA student to apply. There are several types of financial aid to choose from; grants, scholarships and loans if necessary. 

The only students who cannot take tuition specific financial aid are Post 9/11-ch 33 students. The reason is that the benefit already pays tuition cost. Stop into Student Financial Services, Room 118 for more information. 

There are resources within the school and outside the school for you to contact. Please see the School Certifying Officials or the Veterans Retention Coordinator. 

Yes, please see the School Certifying Officials or the Veterans Retention Coordinator. There are resources within the school and outside the school for you to contact

Veterans Resource Center is located in Room E119 on the Appleton Campus. 

The office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Office phone: 920-735-5651

Email: veterans@fvtc.edu

Contact the VA at 1-800-442-4551

Beginning August 1, 2021, a new nationwide VA-Dual Certification regulation change exists. This means that we will be certifying twice for the semester. The first certification is to certify credits only to the VA. This certification will assist the VA in sending out the Book/ Supply stipends and BAH payments to students. The second certification will be started after census day, typically 10 days after the term starts. This second certification will be requesting tuition and fees.   

You will receive a student bill until your Post 9/11 funds are applied to your account. Please note this will not negatively affect you or any changes you may need to make for the Fall term.   

Non-tuition charges like Inclusive Access (digital books), $30 program application fee, etc. are generally not covered by VA benefits. You are responsible for making payment for those charges before you can enroll in next term's classes.