Miscellaneous Financial Aid Programs
Veterans and Children of Deceased, Totally Disabled Veterans
Veterans returning from military service are admitted to Gogebic Community College under the training provisions established by the Veterans Administration. GCC staff is available to assist in the prompt processing of VA forms and applications for VA benefits, so eligible individuals receive the benefits as soon as possible. Applications for federal programs may be obtained from any regional Veterans Administration Office. Applications for the state program may be obtained by contacting the Michigan Veterans Trust Fund, Board of Trustees, 300 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48909. Veterans and veteran dependents may be eligible to receive financial assistance under one or more of the following programs:
CHAPTER 30 - Montgomery G.I. Bill - Active Duty Educational Assistance Program. The benefits that are available vary depending on the situation and length of active duty service. Questions pertaining to eligibility criteria should be directed to the local VA regional office.
CHAPTER 31 - Provides educational benefits to eligible disabled veterans (Veterans Vocational Rehabilitation).
CHAPTER 32 - Provides educational benefits on a fund matching basis to eligible veterans who contributed while in the service (V.E.A.P.).
CHAPTER 34 - Provides educational benefits to eligible Vietnam Era Veterans (G.I. Bill).
CHAPTER 35 - Provides educational benefits for children (between the ages of 18 and 26), spouses or widows/widowers of totally disabled or deceased veterans.
CHAPTER 106 - The "New G.I. Bill" provides for monthly payments to students participating in the Selected Reserve/National Guard and attending college.
PUBLIC ACT 245 - Provides benefits for children (between the ages of 16 and 22) of totally disabled or deceased veterans who were legal residents of Michigan. Eligible students are granted full tuition grants based on in-county tuition charges.
DEATH INDEMNITY COMPENSATION (DIC) - Provides benefits for certain children (under the age of 23) of deceased veterans while in school.
Financial Assistance for American Indian Students
U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs - Financial assistance is provided to students who meet all of the following criteria: one-fourth degree blood quantum of American Indian, Eskimo, or Aleut; enrolled in tribes served by the Bureau for educational purposes; enrolled or accepted for enrollment; and demonstrated financial need. Applications may be obtained by contacting the U.S. Bureau of Indian Affairs, the local tribal chairperson or the tribal education department. In order to be considered for these funds, students must also apply for financial aid through the college by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Tuition Waiver for Native Americans - Tuition grants are awarded to American Indians who meet the following conditions:
- One-quarter quantum Indian blood.
- Michigan resident for at least 12 months prior to college entrance.
- High school graduate, or hold a GED certificate.
- Accepted for admission as a regular student.
Eligible students must submit proof of tribal certification to their individual tribal organizations. The tribe and state will then send the college an official letter of verification. This grant is not based on financial need.
Senior Citizens Tuition Waiver
A student who is 60 years of age or older may enroll at Gogebic Community College without paying tuition charges. Tuition will be waived without consideration to financial need.
The tuition waiver may not be used to cover lab fees or any special class fee that is charged in addition to or in place of tuition. It may not cover the cost of books, supplies, or any other educational or instructional materials that are not included in the tuition charge.
The tuition waiver may not be retroactive to cover any courses taken in a prior semester when the student was not eligible for the waiver.
Proof of age documentation should be presented to the Admissions Office personnel at the initial registration of classes to establish eligibility for the program.
Other Programs
Additional information is available in the GCC Financial Aid Office for the Tuition Incentive Program (TIP), Michigan Works Program (JTPA), Northwest Wisconsin CEP, Inc., Wisconsin Jobs Commission, the Goodwill Farm Program, and the Michigan and Wisconsin Jobs Commission (Voc. Rehab.).