Wisconsin Veteran Benefits
State-level benefits Wisconsin gives its veterans, retirees, and military families. Federal benefits aren't listed here — see Browse by Category for the federal side.
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Wisconsin State Parks
Certain Wisconsin disabled veterans and former prisoners of war qualify for a free annual park/forest/trail pass that waives vehicle admission and trail fees at all state parks, forests, and recreation areas.free annual park/forest/trail pass that waives…
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Wisconsin GI Bill
Wisconsin's state-funded tuition waiver program covers all tuition and fees at any University of Wisconsin System campus or Wisconsin Technical College for up to 8 semesters or…VeteranActive DutyDependent
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Veteran Grant for Private Nonprofit Schools
Wisconsin veterans who attend private nonprofit colleges (not public UW or technical college campuses) can receive a state grant of up to $2,000 per semester, provided the…Veteran
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Vet Ed Reimbursement Grant
Veterans who cannot use the Wisconsin GI Bill may receive reimbursement for tuition, fees, and course materials at Wisconsin colleges and universities.up to 65%
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Retraining Grant
Wisconsin veterans who are recently unemployed or underemployed can receive up to $3,000 per 12-month period to help cover costs while retraining for a new career.Veteran
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Veteran Owned Business
Wisconsin certifies veteran-owned and disabled-veteran-owned businesses, giving them access to state contracting preferences and procurement set-asides.Veteran
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Occupational Licensure Reciprocity for Military Spouses
Spouses of active-duty service members assigned to Wisconsin can receive a reciprocal professional license in their field without going through the full application process, as…Dependent
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Military Training Equivalency for Professional Licenses
Wisconsin veterans can apply their military training and experience toward fulfilling the requirements for civilian professional and occupational licenses, potentially skipping…VeteranActive Duty
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State Employment Veterans Hiring Preference
Veterans receive bonus points added to their score when applying for Wisconsin state government jobs.VeteranDependent
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Veteran Farmers
Wisconsin veterans interested in farming can access a dedicated WDVA program that connects them with agricultural training, mentorship, land access resources, and links to the…Veteran
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Veteran Employment Services
Wisconsin's WDVA connects veterans with employment resources including resume help, career counseling, job fairs, and links to the Department of Workforce Development's…VeteranActive Duty
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Wisconsin Sports
Wisconsin's major sports teams, including the Green Bay Packers, Milwaukee Bucks, Milwaukee Brewers, and others, partner with WDVA to provide discounted and free tickets to veterans.free
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Wisconsin GI Bill for Dependents
Spouses, unremarried surviving spouses, and dependent children (ages 17-25) of qualifying Wisconsin veterans can use the Wisconsin GI Bill to attend UW System or Wisconsin…free for up to 8 semesters or 128 credits
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Wisconsin Veterans Homes
Spouses (including surviving spouses) of veterans and Gold Star Parents of veterans killed on active duty may be admitted to Wisconsin state veterans homes for skilled nursing…Dependent
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Wisconsin Veterans Homes
Wisconsin operates three veterans homes (King, Union Grove, and Chippewa Falls) providing 24-hour skilled nursing care for veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star Parents.VeteranDependent
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Health Care Aid Grant
Wisconsin veterans with demonstrated financial need can receive a grant to pay for dental care, vision care, and hearing care at a provider of their choice.Veteran
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Mental Health and Recovery Services
Wisconsin's WDVA offers veterans access to mental health resources including peer support specialists, crisis services via the Veterans Crisis Line (dial 988, press 1), and connections to licensed counselors.VeteranActive Duty
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Veteran Housing Recovery
Wisconsin veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless can receive assistance finding stable housing, employment support, and access to wraparound services.Veteran
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Wisconsin Veterans & Surviving Spouses Property Tax Credit
Eligible veterans with a 100% service-connected disability rating (or rated individually unemployable) receive a refundable state income tax credit equal to 100% of property taxes…Veteran
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Veteran License Plates
Wisconsin offers specialty vehicle license plates for veterans, including plates that recognize specific military service, unit affiliations, and disabled veteran status.Veteran
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Subsistence Aid Grant
Wisconsin veterans facing a sudden loss of income due to illness, injury, or natural disaster may qualify for a Subsistence Aid Grant to help with basic living expenses.Veteran
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Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemeteries
Wisconsin operates three state veterans memorial cemeteries (King, Union Grove/Spooner area, and Spooner) offering free burial for eligible veterans.free
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Driver License Veteran Identifier
Wisconsin veterans can have the word "Veteran" printed on their state driver's license or ID card.VeteranActive Duty
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