{"id":193,"date":"2026-04-29T17:33:43","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T17:33:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/veterans\/?page_id=193"},"modified":"2026-04-29T18:15:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T18:15:27","slug":"resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.schoolcraft.edu\/veterans\/resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Resources<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>A comprehensive guide to education, career, and family support for Michigan&#8217;s military-connected students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:32px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Federal &amp; National Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.va.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>GI Bill Benefits (VA.gov)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 The official portal to manage your Post-9\/11 or Montgomery GI Bill education benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/studentveterans.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Student Veterans of America (SVA)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 National advocacy and scholarships for veterans in higher education.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.moaa.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Military Officers Association of America (MOAA)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Provides interest-free loans and grants for military families.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Michigan-Specific Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dmva.state.mi.us\/mingstap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Michigan National Guard State Tuition Assistance Program (MINGSTAP)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Provides up to <strong>$14,400<\/strong> per year (for 2025-26) for Guard members attending Michigan institutions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mistudentaid\/programs\/children-of-veterans-tuition-grant\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Children of Veterans Tuition Grant (CVTG)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Undergraduate tuition assistance for children of certain deceased or disabled veterans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mvaa\/quality-of-life\/emergency-assistance\/panel-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Michigan Veterans Trust Fund (MVTF)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Provides emergency grants for unexpected financial hardships (rent, car repairs, medical) to ensure students stay in school.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Academic Support &amp; Tutoring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Free, 24\/7 academic tools designed to help you balance military service and high-level coursework.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/military.tutor.com\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Tutor.com for U.S. Military Families<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 24\/7 free online tutoring for K-12 and college students, funded by the DoD.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dodmwrlibraries.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>DoD MWR Libraries<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Access free digital e-books, audiobooks, and professional test prep (GRE, GMAT, LSAT).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/armyuniversity.edu\/resources\/militaryeducation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Army University Library System (AULS)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Specialized research and academic resources for military scholars.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Every county in Michigan has a dedicated Department of Veterans Services. These offices help with <strong>emergency relief grants<\/strong>, property tax waivers for disabled veterans, and navigating state-specific education benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>County<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Primary Office &amp; Contact<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Key Local Services<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Wayne<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.waynecountymi.gov\/Government\/Departments\/Health-Human-Veterans-Services\/Veterans-Services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wayne County Veteran Services<\/a><br><strong>(313) 224-5045<\/strong><\/td><td>Emergency financial aid for rent\/utilities, Detroit VA Medical Center liaison, and food assistance programs.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Oakland<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oakgov.com\/government\/veterans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oakland County Veterans&#8217; Services<\/a><br><strong>(248) 858-0785<\/strong><\/td><td>Veteran Navigators for mental health, free legal clinics, and specialized transportation to VA appointments.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Macomb<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.macombgov.org\/departments\/veterans-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Macomb County Veterans Services<\/a><br><strong>(586) 469-5315<\/strong><\/td><td>Soldiers&#8217; and Sailors&#8217; Relief Fund, financial coaching, and the Macomb County Vet Center for readjustment counseling.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Washtenaw<\/strong><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.washtenaw.org\/959\/Veterans-Affairs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Washtenaw County Veterans Affairs<\/a><br><strong>(734) 973-4540<\/strong><\/td><td>Veterans Relief Fund (VRF) for emergent needs, and close integration with the Ann Arbor VA Healthcare System.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Career &amp; Transition<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparing for life after graduation? Use these tools to translate your service into a professional career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.military.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Military.com Veteran Jobs<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Features a &#8220;Skills Translator&#8221; to match your MOS\/Rating to civilian jobs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.careeronestop.org\/Veterans\/default.aspx?frd=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Career OneStop Veteran Center<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Career planning tools and job search assistance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fourblock.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>FourBlock<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Networking and professional development for veterans entering the corporate world.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/leo\/bureaus-agencies\/wd\/panel-veterans\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Michigan Works! Veteran Services<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Local specialists who help with resumes and connections to &#8220;Veteran-Friendly&#8221; employers in Michigan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">General Support &amp; Family Life<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Resources for the well-being of the entire military family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militaryonesource.mil\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Military OneSource (.mil)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 24\/7 support for education, counseling, and daily military life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/militarychild.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Resources for K-12 students in military families.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sesamestreetformilitaryfamilies.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Sesame Street for Military Families<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Support for the children of student-veterans.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.michigan.gov\/mvaa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency (MVAA)<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Michigan&#8217;s central hub; call <strong>1-800-MICH-VET<\/strong> for any veteran-related question.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group callout-primary\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p><strong>Quick Tip:<\/strong> If you are a student veteran in Michigan facing a sudden financial crisis (like a broken-down car or a utility shut-off), call <strong>1-800-MICH-VET<\/strong> immediately to see if you qualify for an <strong>MVTF Emergency Grant<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Resources A comprehensive guide to education, career, and family support for Michigan&#8217;s military-connected students. 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