Next Steps for Veteran Students

Here are the steps you should take to make sure that your benefits application and required documentation are in place for next semester. 

Apply to WSU

You can complete your application for Winona State University online. 

Some programs have extra requirements before you can take courses in those majors. Check with the academic department to see if there are any program requirements. 

Apply for Education Benefits

If you are planning to use education benefits, such as the MN GI Bill and Federal Tuition Assistance program, make sure you apply before the semester starts

Request Military Transcripts

If you are a veteran or currently serving, you can receive college credit for skills and knowledge gained through training or during service. 

Here’s how to request official military transcripts be sent to WSU.

Request Additional Transcripts

Your transcripts from any Minnesota State institutions are automatically pulled in, which is great for transferring credits

However, if you’ve attended courses at another college or university, contact that institution to have your transcripts sent to admissions@winona.edu.

Send a Copy of Your COE

Once you receive your Certificate of Eligibility (COE) in the mail, send a copy to Veterans Affairs Office.

You may upload a scanned copy or email it to veterans@winona.edu.  

You may also drop a paper copy in the VA office in Maxwell 106 or mail it to:

Veterans Affairs Office, PO Box 5838
Winona, MN, 55987-5838 

Complete the Enrollment Verification Application

Submit your enrollment verification form to receive benefits. You have to submit this form each term. 

Apply for WSU Financial Aid

In addition to military education benefits, you can apply for financial aid from WSU and the government. 

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the main step you take to apply for financial aid. 

Complete the FAFSA starting Oct. 1— the earlier the better!—and before May 15.

You can also apply for scholarships such as: 

  • Academic department scholarships 
  • Talent-based scholarships 
  • WSU Foundation scholarships 

Explore all your options for financial aid and make a plan for how you’ll pay for college. 

Prepare to Come to Campus

WSU offers many options for on-campus housing, including apartments with all the amenities.

Whether you live on campus or not, consider signing up for a meal plan and decide if you want a parking permit

Contact Veterans Affairs
Veterans Affairs Office
Maxwell 110A

170 W Sanborn St.
P.O. Box 5838
Winona, MN 55987

Phone: 507.457.5109
Fax: 507.457.5620

Email WSU Veterans Affairs
Sarah Curtin
VA School Certifying Official

Associate Director of Admissions

Email Sarah Curtin
Mark Larsen
Veterans Assistance Coordinator

Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

Higher Education Veterans Program

507.779.9375

Email Mark Larsen