Check back as we add to this list of educational resources for veterans.
AccreditedOnlineColleges.org
AccreditedOnlineColleges.org discovered that many veterans were not aware of all the grants, scholarships, and education resources that are available to them. So they created a comprehensive guide to help veterans navigate the field of education benefits.
2016 Veteran Education Guide
www.accreditedonlinecolleges.org/resources/veteran-continuing-ed/
Accredited Schools Online
College resources for veterans and their families.
https://www.accreditedschoolsonline.org/resources/higher-education-for-military-veterans/
Bowling Green State University
Whether you a nontraditional student starting or restarting your education, or an active-military or veteran student, we can assist you in navigating the application process and easing your transition to BGSU.
Advisors are also available to assist current students. We can help you discover and utilize campus resources and develop programs to best meet your needs.
Nontraditional and Military Student Services (NTMSS) provides assistance to support you as you make career and educational choices. Beginning, returning to, or continuing your college education can pose a variety of challenges. The NTMSS staff is familiar with the issues facing nontraditional and transfer students and can be a resource as you plan and complete your program.
16 College Park Building
Phone: 419.372.8136
Fax: 419.372.8611
ntss@bgsu.edu
Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with extended hours until 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays when classes are in session.
The Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women
The Catharine S. Eberly Center for Women promotes the advancement of women at the University of Toledo and in the community by creating an environment that supports learning, discovery, engagement and enables women to achieve their highest potential.
The Center offers personal and professional development classes, as well as other programming such as the Women’s Film and Lecture Series, Adventure Fridays!, and Kate’s Closet.
University of Toledo
Tucker Hall #0168
2120 Campus Road
Toledo, OH 43606-3390
Phone: 419.530.8570
Fax: 419.530.8575
ecwomen@utoledo.edu
College Recon
According to their website, College Recon “is a virtual tool providing an unbiased and secure environment for current and former military personnel to connect with over 3,000 not-for-profit colleges and universities from across the country.” It is for who served, are currently serving and their families.
Get Started!
Visit the website for more information and to set up your free account at www.collegerecon.com.
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)
Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve is a Department of Defense office that develops and promotes supportive work environments for Service members in the Reserve Components through outreach, recognition, and educations opportunities that increase awareness of applicable laws, and resolves employment conflicts between the Service members and their employers.
2825 West Dublin Granville Road
Columbus, OH 43235
614-336-7378
http://www.esgr.mil/
JDog Foundation
The mission of the JDog Foundation: Guided by the principles of Respect, Integrity, Trust, the JDog Foundation is focused on developing and implementing suicide prevention programs for Military Veterans and Military Families; sponsorship of Military Veterans through therapy programs aimed at PTSD management; and providing higher education grants for Veterans in need.
1021 Old Cassatt Rd, Suite 100
Berwyn, PA 19312
484-324-1155
www.jdogfoundation.org/
Lourdes University
Lourdes University is a participant in the VA Principles of Excellence Program.
Important Information: The VA determines your eligibility for benefits, (please see “How to Apply for Benefits”). If you are eligible, the VA Certifying Official in the Admissions Office will work with you to certify your education benefits. If you have any questions at any time, please stop in our office, call, or send an email. We are here to assist you!
For more information, contact:
Office Hours
Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Saturday & evenings by appointment only
Amy Houston
VA Certifying Official
6832 Convent Blvd.
Sylvania, OH
419-824-3522
www.lourdes.edu
Military Service Center
The University of Toledo Military Service Center recognizes the sacrifices of our service members and their families and is dedicated to helping them achieve continued success in life. This will be accomplished by providing accessible educational and degree completion opportunities and a wide range of customized support services including but not limited to: educational benefit processing, mentoring, advocacy and networking while partnering with veteran service organizations who assist with the transition from military service to the classroom and beyond.
Main Campus
Rocket Hall Room 1350
Mail Stop 343
Phone: 419.530.VETS
Phone: 419.530.1392
Fax: 419.530.1625
msc@utoledo.edu
Owens Community College Toledo-area Campus
Toledo-area Campus
30335 Oregon Road, College Hall 130B
Perrysburg, OH 43551
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 10,000
Toledo, Ohio 43699-1947
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Phone: (567) 661-VETS (8387)
Email: vets@owens.edu
Service to School
The nonprofit organization Service to School has released a free guidebook to help undergraduate veterans find the right college. The guidebook offers advice on finding the right college, recommendations on standardized testing and a Q&A with a Yale admissions officer, in addition to information about whether to attend community college or a university. Download the Service to School Undergraduate Application Guide on the Service to School website.
Application
www.service2school.org/resources/
Spring Arbor University
Spring Arbor University Veteran Resource Representative, Dawn Welch, a U.S. Army veteran, is easily accessible and has the singular focus of helping veterans across all delivery modes/locations, resolve problems that could interfere with their educational and employment goals.
Veteran Support Mission
Spring Arbor University is grateful for your service. Career Development offers the following services to our students and alumni who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
For any questions or an appointment with a Career Advisor, please contact Career Development at 517-750-6711 or email career@arbor.edu.
4202 Collins Road, Suite 100
Lansing, MI 48910
dawn.welch@arbor.edu
517.333.0480, x4036
Fax 517.333.0445
Student Veterans of America
SVA is working with its partners to provide economic, employment, and professional development resources for students affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://studentveterans.org/news/covid-19-resources-for-student-veterans/
Your Computer Needs of Toledo, LLC
Onsite and online computer training and consulting for home users, businesses, nonprofits, churches, and other entities for whatever skill level.
Amber Hawkins
Your Computer Needs of Toledo, LLC
c/o 1852 Clay Avenue
Toledo, OH 43608
(419) 304-4564
(801) 309-2637
