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Wisconsin veteran benefits

Wisconsin combines a refundable property-tax credit, public-college tuition remission, need-based grants, veterans homes, and local benefits counseling.

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Every summary below links to the responsible public agency. Eligibility rules can be case-specific, so use this page as a map and confirm details at the source before acting.

WITaxes

Veterans and Surviving Spouses Property-Tax Credit

Eligibility snapshot

Qualifying veterans rated 100% service-connected or individually unemployable and certain unremarried surviving spouses

The refundable credit can cover eligible property taxes paid on a primary Wisconsin residence and up to one acre, subject to ownership and residency rules.

Next moveObtain WDVA certification through a County or Tribal Veterans Service Office, then claim the credit on the state return.
WIEducation

Wisconsin G.I. Bill

Eligibility snapshot

Qualifying Wisconsin veterans and certain spouses or children meeting service, residency, and student requirements

The program provides tuition remission for up to 128 credits or eight semesters at University of Wisconsin institutions and Wisconsin technical colleges.

Next moveSubmit the veteran certification to WDVA and the student application to the school.
WIHousing

Assistance to Needy Veterans Grant

Eligibility snapshot

Qualifying low-income Wisconsin veterans and eligible dependents with documented financial need

The grant may help with specified subsistence and health-care needs when income, assets, service, and expense rules are satisfied.

Next moveAsk a County or Tribal Veterans Service Officer to screen eligibility and assemble the application.
WIHousing

Wisconsin Veterans Homes

Eligibility snapshot

Admission depends on qualifying veteran or spouse status, Wisconsin connection, clinical need, and available care

Wisconsin operates veterans homes providing skilled nursing and related long-term care services.

Next moveContact the preferred home for eligibility, clinical, and financial screening.
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County and Tribal Veterans Service Officers

Eligibility snapshot

Wisconsin veterans and eligible family members

Local accredited officers help identify and apply for state and federal veteran benefits without charging claimants.

Next moveUse the WDVA locator and schedule an appointment with the records relevant to the claim.