Military & Veteran Services

What being a 'Veteran-friendly' college means at NMC

NMC is committed to helping our veterans, active duty personnel, reservists, National Guard and their family members achieve their goals, succeed in college and move onto the next chapter in their lives. We're your new team as you embark on your new mission in life and we recognize the attributes you bring to our campus. Simply stated, we're not just military-friendly, we're veteran-ready! We've got your six!

​Getting Started

NMC prides itself on having many services specifically designed to support your individual needs. We will not only ensure that you have a smooth transition but will make sure that you have the necessary support and resources to accomplish your educational goals.

Thank you for your interest in NMC and, more importantly, for your service to our country!

V/R,

Julie Hansen
School Certifying Official
(231) 995-1057
jhansen@nmc.edu

Eligibility for VA educational benefits rests solely with the VA. You may contact them by calling (888) 442-4551 or visiting the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs:

• Apply for VA Education Benefits (www.va.gov)

• Other Helpful Resources

​Enrollment Checklist:

• Apply for admission to NMC: nmc.edu/apply
• Apply for and/or transfer VA Education Benefits from another school to NMC: va.gov
  • Reservists, National Guard or active duty intending to use Tuition Assistance or GI Bill® are encouraged to speak with their Education Officer.
• Request official transcripts be sent to Admission’s Office at NMC (High School, GED, and/or any accredited colleges):
  • Admissions Office: 1701 E. Front Street | Traverse City, MI 49686
• Request military transcripts be sent to NMC:
  • Army, Navy, Marines, and Coast Guard transcripts can be acquired through the Joint Services Transcript (JST) at jst.doded.mil
  • Air Force: airuniversity.af.edu
• Once admitted to NMC, sign up for New Student Orientation: nmc.edu/orientation
  • You will meet with an advisor and register for classes at orientation.
• Create a FSA ID for FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Even if you are covered by military benefits, this could open up other scholarship opportunities and financial assistance: fsaid.ed.gov
• Apply for FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid): studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
• If you plan to use VA Education Benefits, contact Julie Hansen at (231) 995-1057 or jhansen@nmc.edu
  • Email your VA Certificate of Eligibility to  jhansen@nmc.edu
• Be sure to check your NMC email often for important financial aid and registration information: nmc.edu/myNMC
  • Your NMC email address is your primary email used for receiving student messaging.
• Purchase books and get ready to start classes. Welcome to NMC!
  • NOTE: VA Education Benefit recipients must request VA/NMC School Certification each semester by filling out this form.
  • NOTE: MGIB-Active Duty (Ch 30) and MGIB Select Reserve (CH 1606), are required to verify enrollment on the last calendar day of the month each semester of enrollment by using the VA's Automated Verification of Enrollment (WAVE) at gibill.va.gov/ wave or by calling the toll free Interactive Voice Response (IVR) telephone line at 1-888-442-4551 (Education Call Center).
  • NEW BEGINNING JANUARY, 2022: Post-9/11 GI Bill (CH33) beneficiaries are required to verify monthly enrollment each semester. You can opt in for text messaging by calling 1-888-442-4551 (Education Call Center) to ensure VA has your mobile phone number. Once you have opted in, you will simply reply to a VA text message to verify your enrollment. If you prefer not to opt in to text messaging, you will be required to phone in your attendance verification each month you are enrolled by calling 1-888-442-4551 (Education Call Center).

In compliance with the Veteran Affairs SIT-REP Act, Northwestern Michigan College will not impose any penalty, including but not limited to, the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, institutional facilities/resources, or require students to borrow additional funds for which interest or other charges are assessed, on any eligible students that are unable to meet their financial obligations because of a delayed GI Bill® payment. Students who are unable to make payments to NMC due to delayed GI Bill® payments should contact NMC's School Certifying Official, Julie Hansen, at (231) 995-1057 or jhansen@nmc.edu, for assistance.

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

Five NMC veterans describe the transition from military to civilian life and the classroom.