• Welcome
• Getting Started
• Support Services
• GVSU Scholarships for Military, Veterans, and Family Members
• Veteran Benefits from DVA's GI Bill Website
  • Factors to Consider When Choosing GI Bill Benefits
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill Chapter 33 Benefit Comparison Chart
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill Eligibility & Benefits
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill Eligibility & Payments
  • GI Bill Transferability
• Comprehensive collection for Veteran Resources online
• New GI Bill Calculator (IAVA)
• Center for Women Veterans
• GI Bill Information from Military.com
  • GI Bill User's Guide
  • GI Bill Eligibility Facts
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill Basics and FAQs
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill Overview
  • Choosing Between GI Bill Options
  • GI Bill Comparison Calculator
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill Application Process
  • Post-9/11 GI Bill Transferability Fact Sheet
• GI Bill Forms
• Links of Interest to Veterans and Families
  • Grand Rapids Vet Center
  • State of Michigan Veterans Affairs Page
  • State of Michigan Veterans' Employment Services
  • Homecoming Preparedness Guide
  • United States Dept. of Veterans Affairs - GI Bill Website
  • United States Dept. of Veterans Affairs - Returning Service Members (OEF/OIF)
  • DOD Military One Source for Military and Family Members
  • Military Benefits Clearinghouse managed by the VA
  • Tutor.com - Expanded Eligibility Regardless of Military Status
  • Buddy-to-Buddy Veterans Mentor Program
• Student Veterans Organization
• MyCAA Educational Funding for Military Spouses
• Employment Assistance - Career Services
  • Veterans Employment Services - State of Michigan
  • Job Search Tool - US Dept. of Labor
  • Veterans' Employment and Training Service - US Dept. of Labor
  • "Veterans Link" Employment Specialists - US Dept. of Labor
  • Military Skills Translator
  • Helpful Links
• Veterans Congressional Internship Program
• Veterans History Project - Share Your Story!
• Departmental Contacts
• Comments/Suggestions

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• Contact Us
• Faculty/Staff Directory

Getting Started

Military veterans may find the following Grand Valley State University links to be useful in getting started and identifying services:

• transfer students
• nontraditional students
• graduate students

Admissions

The first step is to apply for admission. For more information about admissions requirements and an online application, visit our Admissions Web site.

For information about visiting our campus or meeting with an admissions counselor, click here.

VONAPP

Veterans On Line Application website is an official U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) website that enables service members, veterans and their beneficiaries, and other designated individuals to apply for benefits using the Internet. 

Financial Aid | Scholarships

At the same time, you should become familiar with all of your financial aid options. Visit our Financial Aid Web page for more complete information.

Registrar's Office | GI BILL Certification

In addition, our Registrar's Office Web site includes other helpful information.

The following individuals have been designated as primary contacts for student veterans. Please feel free to request assistance from these individuals but be assured that others can assist if she/he is not available.

Admissions
Melanie Retberg (new) or Bonnie Ulmer-Graves (transfer)
(616) 331-2025

Affirmative Action
Dwight Hamilton, Office of Equity & Inclusion
(616) 331-2242

Disability Support Services
Kathleen VanderVeen
(616) 331-2490

Financial Aid | Scholarships
Detwann Johnson
(616) 331-3234

Housing and Residence Life | Family Housing
Beth Thimmesch-Harpold
(616) 331-2120

Registrar's Office | GI BILL Certification
Elyse Glass
(616) 331-3327

Student Accounts | Payments | Vocational Rehabilitation/Chapter 31
Cheryl Lillibridge
(616) 331-2209