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Veterans Admissions

Welcome, and thank you for your service!

SMC is proud to support military veterans by providing specialized admissions advising by staff trained to help veterans make the most of their VA benefits. 

Veterans who enroll at 草榴社区 are eligible for a number of benefits, including paying in-district tuition rates, early registration, and access to the Veterans Lounge, a place where vets can study, relax, and connect.  

SMC has been named a by the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency.

After applying for admission, our veterans’ advisor will work with you to navigate all the necessary paperwork for a successful enrollment.  

How to Apply for Admission and VA Benefits at SMC

Below is an overview of the steps you should take. If you have any questions, please don鈥檛 hesitate to reach out using the contact information found on this page.

  • 1. Apply for or Update Your VA Benefits

    Apply for benefits or request a change of program or place of training at .

    Benefits are approved by the VA; SMC makes no determination in the eligibility for benefits.

  • 2. Apply to SMC

    You need to apply as a degree- or certificate-seeking student to be eligible for VA benefits. Fill out the free application online here. You should receive a decision letter via email and/or mail in one to two weeks.

    If accepted, the decision letter will contain a link to your , where you鈥檒l find your login credentials for SMC Wired and your SMC email as well as the status of your transcript and more.

  • 3. Request Transcripts from the Military

    Request your transcripts at .

  • 4. Meet with an SMC Advisor

    Meet with an advisor in the Academic Advising and Resource Center (AARC) to create an educational plan that will maximize your VA benefits. Contact askanadvisor@swmich.edu or 269-782-1303 to set up an appointment.

    Please note that you may need to complete placement tests when you come in.

  • 5. Meet with the School Certifying Official

    Contact veterans@swmich.edu or 269-783-2176 to set up an appointment.
    You will need to bring your Certificate of Eligibility. Your certificate will be mailed to you by the VA after you apply for VA benefits. It may take up to 30 days to receive the certificate.

  • 6. Attend New Student Orientation

    All new students are expected to attend an orientation session to register for classes and learn about campus resources and how to succeed at SMC. Sign up for orientation here.

Veterans Resources

Check out the resources available to veterans. If you have any questions, get in touch with the SMC school certifying official using the contact information on this page.

  • Community Resources

    Be sure to check for your local chapter on each site.

     

  • Helpful Living






    GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (V/A). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at .

  • Personal Wellness Resources

    Benton Harbor VA Clinic
    115 W Main St.
    Benton Harbor, MI 49022
    269-934-9123

    Cass County Veterans Affairs
    120 N Broadway St.
    Cassopolis, MI 49031
    269-445-4472

     

    Military/Veterans Experience Group
    317 N Paul St.
    Dowagiac, MI 49047
    269-795-6688

    St. Joseph County VA Clinic
    1540 Trinity Pl.
    Mishawaka, IN 46545
    574-272-9000

    Vet Center South Bend
    4727 Miami St.
    South Bend, IN 46614
    574-231-8480

    Veteran 24/7 Call Center
    1-800-MICH-VET

    Veterans Crisis Line
    1-800-273-8255