Colonel Gregory Gadson Office of Military and Veterans Academic Excellence (Gadson OMVAE)

Suite 687 Student Center Building
313-577-9180
https://omvae.wayne.edu/

Veterans, Service Members, and Dependents Education Benefits

The Colonel Gregory Gadson Office of Military and Veterans Academic Excellence (Gadson OMVAE) assists veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, and eligible dependents and survivors in understanding and using their education benefits at Wayne State University.

Students may receive assistance with federal education benefits authorized under Title 38 and Title 10, U.S. Code, including but not limited to:

• Montgomery GI Bill® – Active Duty (Chapter 30)

• Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E / Chapter 31)

• Post‑9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)

• Reserve GI Bill® (Chapter 1606)

• Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA – Chapter 35)

• Marine Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship

All eligible students must officially request the use of VA education benefits each semester.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

Overview of Post‑9/11 GI Bill® Benefits (Chapter 33)

Depending on eligibility percentage, the Post‑9/11 GI Bill may provide:

• Tuition and mandatory fees (paid directly to the University)

• Monthly Housing Allowance (MHA)

• Annual books and supplies stipend

• Yellow Ribbon Program participation (if applicable)

Students discharged from active duty on or after January 1, 2013, generally have no expiration date to use Post‑9/11 GI Bill benefits under the Forever GI Bill provisions.

Non‑Degree Status

Students must be admitted to a degree‑seeking program to receive VA education benefits. Students enrolled in coursework prior to degree admission must provide verification from an academic advisor explaining the academic purpose of enrollment (e.g., prerequisite or foundational coursework for a graduate program).

Transfer Credit for Military Service

Wayne State University awards military transfer credit as follows:

• Four (4) credits for verified U.S. military service (DD Form 214 required), and

• Up to twelve (12) credits upon receipt of a Joint Services Transcript (JST).

Military training credits are evaluated using the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services.

This policy applies to all veterans, reservists, National Guard members, and active‑duty service members enrolled Fall 2005 and thereafter.

Vet Success Services (VSS)

The Vet Success Services (VSS) program at Wayne State University provides academic support and coaching to help veteran students improve retention and graduation rates. Funded through a competitive grant, VSS serves over 120 student veterans each year and offers services such as one-on-one success coaching, tutoring, career planning, workshops, and graduate school assistance. Eligible students may apply to participate.

Tuition, Fees, and Deferments

Late Fee Waivers

Late tuition, partial payment, and late registration fees may be waived for students receiving VA education benefits. Contact Gadson OMVAE for assistance.

Tuition and Fee Deferments

Students using Chapter 31 (VR&E) or Chapter 33 (Post‑9/11 GI Bill) benefits may receive a tuition and fee deferment upon submission of a valid Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or comparable documentation. Deferments are applied proportionally based on the student’s eligibility percentage.

Active Military Tuition Discount (50%)

Wayne State University offers a 50% tuition discount for currently serving active-duty military, including Reserves and National Guard, effective Fall 2018. The discount applies to tuition only for undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs (excluding Law and Medicine).
To qualify, service status must be valid on the first day of classes, and eligibility must be verified each semester with a current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES). Requests must be submitted by the semester’s withdrawal deadline, and the discount cannot be combined with other tuition discounts.

Licensing, Certification, and Tutorial Assistance

Licensing and Certification Test Reimbursement

Students using VA education benefits may be reimbursed for approved licensing or certification examinations, up to $2,000 per test, provided sufficient entitlement remains. Reimbursements are charged against GI Bill entitlement based on current VA formulas.

Tutorial Assistance

Students who require tutoring to successfully complete a required course may be eligible for tutorial assistance of up to $100 per month, with a lifetime maximum of $1,200.

• For Post‑9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33) and DEA (Chapter 35) beneficiaries, tutorial assistance generally does not reduce entitlement.

• For Montgomery GI Bill (Chapter 30) beneficiaries, reimbursement of up to $600 may be provided before entitlement charges apply.

Michigan In‑State Tuition Eligibility

The following individuals may qualify for Michigan in‑state tuition at Wayne State University:

• Active‑duty service members stationed in Michigan and their dependents

• Veterans and their dependents (as defined under applicable state and federal law)

• Members of the National Guard (current or separated under conditions other than dishonorable) and their dependents

• Individuals using Chapter 30, Chapter 33, or the Fry Scholarship who reside in Michigan while attending Wayne State University, regardless of formal state of residence

Required documentation (e.g., military orders, proof of relationship) must be submitted with the application.

VA Work‑Study Program

The VA Work‑Study Program allows eligible students to earn income while attending school. Students must generally be enrolled at least three-quarter-time to participate.

Work‑study pay is equal to the higher of the federal or applicable state minimum wage. Duties must be related to VA‑approved work, including:

• Processing VA paperwork at approved schools

• Outreach services under VA supervision

• VA medical facilities or National Cemetery System offices

• Department of Defense education‑related offices

National Guard and ROTC Programs

National Guard Tuition Assistance

Wayne State University does not currently participate in the Michigan National Guard Tuition Grant Program. However, Gadson OMVAE can assist students whose units provide Tuition Assistance or Tuition Reimbursement with required certifications.

Students should contact their respective Education Services Officer (ESO) or unit counselor for approval prior to registration.

Army ROTC

Students interested in participating should contact:

SSG Quinton Howard
Phone: 313‑310‑0780
Email: quinton.j.howard.mil@army.mil

Activation, Withdrawals, and Enrollment Verification

Recalled to Active Duty

Reservists or National Guard members called to active duty during a semester may request full reimbursement of tuition and fees. Students must submit an Exception to Enrollment Policy form along with a copy of military orders. Students activated near the end of a term are encouraged to consider requesting Incomplete (I) grades.

Early‑Out Requests

Active‑duty personnel requesting enrollment verification for early separation must be admitted to Wayne State University and registered for courses. Once these conditions are met, the VA Certifying Official may complete enrollment verification without requiring hard‑copy documentation.

Training Time Equivalencies

For GI Bill® purposes, training‑time equivalency tables apply to both standard and non‑standard enrollment periods. These tables determine full‑time, three‑quarter‑time, half‑time, and less‑than‑half‑time enrollment status for benefit payment purposes.