Military and Veteran Student Admissions
We salute all that you stand for. Wayne State College is committed to honoring our country's military veterans and active service members. We are proud to be recognized among the top schools for military veterans and participant of the Yellow Ribbon Program.
Your Next Mission:
Focus on Your Future
Whether you're transitioning to a civilian career or rising in the ranks, Wayne State College is an excellent choice for service members, military spouses, and dependents. If you're coming to campus, we offer more than 130 undergraduate programs of study, small class sizes that deliver personal attention, and a variety of activities designed to expand your leadership skills. If you're looking for the flexibility to fit your busy schedule, we offer several online degree options for active duty, dependents, and veterans. What's more, our online master's degree programs require no entrance exams and are nationally recognized for academic excellence. All programs are accredited and offered at the most affordable price in the region.
Benefits for Military Students
Priority Registration: All students receiving veterans administration benefits receive priority registration for fall and spring semesters.
Questions? Contact:
Rebeka Wilson
Registrar
Wayne State College
Hahn Administration 116
402-375-7241
[email protected]
The Admissions Process for Military Students
Step 1
Apply for Admission to WSC
Complete the online application for admission to Wayne State College. Applying is free and easy.
Step 2
Apply for the GI Bill®
The GI Bill® helps qualifying Veterans and their family members get money to cover all or some of the costs for school or training.
Step 3
Submit Military Records and Transcripts
Service members and veterans may be eligible to receive college credit for prior experience.
Veterans Education Benefits
VA education benefits help Veterans, service members, and their qualified family members with paying for tuition.
GI Bill®
The GI Bill® helps qualifying Veterans and their family members get money to cover all or some of the costs for school or training. Visit the links below on the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs website to learn more about each program, eligibility requirements, and to apply for benefits.
Waiver of Tuition for Nebraska Dependents (NDVA)
Wavier of Tuition is available for dependents of eligible veterans at Wayne State College, waiving 100% of tuition charges and tuition-related fees.
Visit the Nebraska Department of Veterans' Affairs (NVDA) website to download a copy of the waiver, along with eligibility guidelines and instructions for completing and submitting the application to the NVDA. You will also need to work with WSC to obtain Part VI: Student Credentials of the application. Applicants must meet Nebraska residency requirements and may use the program for one bachelor's degree. This is a benefit administered by the State of Nebraska and is independent of educational benefits administered by the USVA. However, the state waiver program may be combined with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (USVA) Chapter 35, Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA).
Dependent and Survivor Assistance (USVA)
Learn about the Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA) program. If you’re the child or spouse of a Veteran or service member who has died, is captured or missing, or has disabilities, you may be able to get help paying for school or job training through the DEA program—also called Chapter 35. Find out if you’re eligible for this benefit.
Transfer Post 9/11 GI Benefits
The Department of Defense (DoD) decides whether you can transfer any of your unused GI Bill® benefits to your family. You can transfer education benefits if you’re on active duty or in the Selected Reserve and you meet the eligibility requirements.
American Legion Legacy Scholarship
The American Legion’s Legacy Scholarship provides college scholarship money to children of post-9/11 veterans who died in active duty, or have a combined VA disability rating of 50 percent or greater. Apply Nov. 15 to April 15.
Kam Reeves Military Annual Scholarship
The Kam Reeves Military Annual Scholarship provides scholarship money to students that meet the following qualifications:
- Full-time student at Wayne State College
- Full-time active military, retired military, or in ROTC or National Guard programs
You will apply for the Kam Reeves scholarship via our scholarship portal. For more information on how to apply through this portal, please visit the scholarships page.
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 website.
Proud to Serve Those Who Serve
We are committed to your success.
Most Military Friendly® College in Nebraska
Military Friendly® Bronze Designation
Military Friendly Awards Program
Military Friendly® Bronze Designation
Most Military Friendly® College in Nebraska
Military Friendly Awards Program
Wayne State is proud to be a Military Friendly® School. It's the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort, and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefit for the military veterans and students. For 2021-22, WSC is the only college in Nebraska to receive the Bronze Designation, making it the highest honor awarded to all colleges in Nebraska. The 2021-22 Military Friendly® Bronze Designation is awarded to schools who meet the requirements and score within 40% of the 10th-ranked institution within their category. Only a select group of institutions achieve this honor.
Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined by VIQTORY with input from the Military Friendly Advisory Council of independent leaders in the higher education and military recruitment community. Final ratings were determined by combining the institution’s survey scores with the assessment of the institution’s ability to meet thresholds for Student Retention, Graduation, Job Placement, Loan Repayment, Persistence (Degree Advancement or Transfer) and Loan Default Rates for all students and, specifically, for student veterans.
Principles of Excellence
Program Member
U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
Program Member
Principles of Excellence
U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs
The Principles of Excellence program requires schools that get federal funding through programs such as the GI Bill to follow certain guidelines. Learn about these guidelines.
Schools that are a part of the program must:
- Give you a written personal summary of the total cost of your educational program, including:
- The costs covered by your benefits.
- The financial aid you may qualify for.
- Your expected student-loan debt after you graduate.
- Other information to help you compare aid packages offered by different schools.
- Give you an educational plan with a timeline showing how and when you can fulfill everything required for you to graduate.
- Assign you a point of contact who will give you ongoing academic and financial advice (including access to disability counseling).
- Allow for you to be gone for both long and short periods of time due to service obligations (service you must fulfill) for active-duty service members and Reservists.
- Make sure all new programs are accredited (officially approved) before enrolling students.
- Make sure their refund policies follow Title IV rules, which guide federal student financial aid programs.
- End fraudulent (deceitful) and aggressive methods of recruiting.
Recognized as Supportive of Veterans and Active Duty Military
Veteran and Active Duty Supportive Designation
Nebraska Department of Veterans Affairs
Veteran and Active Duty Supportive Designation
Recognized as Supportive of Veterans and Active Duty Military
Nebraska Department of Veterans Affairs
To be eligible to receive the "Veteran and Active Duty Supportive" designation, a college or university must be a recognized postsecondary institution and meet at least five of the following criteria:
- have personnel specifically trained and assigned to work with military students and veteran students;
- have a student organization that is dedicated to helping veterans, active duty military, and their families;
- give college credit for certain types of military training;
- have a military leave-of-absence policy;
- have counseling and advising services for military students and veteran students;
- have an accredited Reserve Officer Training Corps program;
- have clearly identifiable on your web site a listing of services provided to military students and veteran students; and
- specially recognize military students and veteran students during graduation or in other ways which are intended to demonstrate the institution's respect for such students' service.
No. 26 in the U.S.
Best College for Military Veterans
Learn.org
Best College for Military Veterans
No. 26 in the U.S.
Learn.org
Learn.org has created its rankings for the best colleges for veterans in the U.S. To compile their list, Learn.org considered hundreds of colleges across the U.S. and selected Wayne State College as No. 26 in the nation. To find these schools, Learn.org evaluated several data points from the U.S. Department of Education, such as graduation rate, student to teacher ration, and student retention. Since 2003, Learn.org has been helping millions of students research potential schools, degrees and careers.
8 Keys to Veterans' Success
Recognized Institution
U.S. Department of Education
Recognized Institution
8 Keys to Veterans' Success
U.S. Department of Education
The "8 Keys to Veterans' Success" are steps that postsecondary institutions can take to assist Veterans and Service members in transitioning to higher education, completing their college programs, and obtaining career-ready skills. It is a voluntary initiative through the Departments of Education, Veterans Affairs, and Defense.
The 8 Keys:
- Create a culture of trust and connectedness across the campus community to promote well-being and success for veterans.
- Ensure consistent and sustained support from campus leadership.
- Implement an early alert system to ensure all veterans receive academic, career, and financial advice before challenges become overwhelming.
- Coordinate and centralize campus efforts for all veterans, together with the creation of a designated space for them (even if limited in size).
- Collaborate with local communities and organizations, including government agencies, to align and coordinate various services for veterans.
- Utilize a uniform set of data tools to collect and track information on veterans, including demographics, retention, and degree completion.
- Provide comprehensive professional development for faculty and staff on issues and challenges unique to veterans.
- Develop systems that ensure sustainability of effective practices for veterans.