Minnesota GI Bill

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State education benefits program supplementing federal GI Bill benefits for Minnesota veterans, service members, and certain dependents. Administered through the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs on West 12th Street in St. Paul. Apply online; bring DD-214, proof of Minnesota residency, school enrollment verification, and federal VA certification. Free to apply; benefits paid directly toward tuition and fees.

Contact & Details

Address: 20 W 12th St, St. Paul, MN 55155

Phone: 651-296-2562

Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-4:30pm

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About College & Education for Fathers

Education resources for fathers include financial aid, adult education, workforce training, and college programs with on-site childcare. FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the gateway to Pell Grants, Direct Loans, and state aid. Pell Grants provide up to approximately $7,000 per year to low-income students and don't require repayment. GED and HiSET programs operate in every state through adult education providers, often free. Community colleges offer lower-cost two-year degrees and certificate programs in high-demand trades. The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) funds training for eligible adults and dislocated workers. For fathers returning to school, on-campus childcare (often subsidized through the CCAMPIS grant), emergency aid funds, and single-parent scholarships make enrollment feasible. This directory covers state FAFSA offices, community colleges, adult education programs, and single-dad scholarships.

College & Education in Minnesota

Minnesota district courts hear family matters across its 87 counties. The Child Support Enforcement Division operates under DHS. Minneapolis-Saint Paul anchors the state; Rochester, Duluth, and Bloomington are other major metros. Legal Aid Service of Northeastern Minnesota, Southern Minnesota Regional Legal Services, and Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid cover the state through regional LSC-funded programs.

More College & Education in Minnesota

  • Minnesota Office of Higher Education — State agency administering Minnesota financial aid programs, grants, scholarships, and student loan programs from the Energy Park Drive offi
  • Minnesota State Colleges & Universities — Minnesota State system offers affordable higher education through 26 colleges and 7 state universities across Minnesota from the system offi
  • Minneapolis College — Two-year community and technical college offering associate degrees, certificates, and workforce training from the Hennepin Avenue campus in
  • Saint Paul College — Affordable two-year community and technical college offering career-focused programs and transfer degrees from the Marshall Avenue campus in
  • FAFSA – Federal Student Aid — Free Application for Federal Student Aid is the gateway to federal Pell Grants, loans, and work-study for college students. File online at s
  • Hennepin Technical College — Two-year technical college offering career programs in manufacturing, healthcare, information technology, construction trades, and automotiv

College & Education — Common Questions

What do I do first if I want to go back to school?
Fill out the FAFSA at studentaid.gov. It's free and takes about 30 minutes. Results determine eligibility for Pell Grants (up to ~$7,000/year), Direct Loans, and state grants. Apply even if you think you won't qualify — results often surprise.
Is there childcare on college campuses?
Many community colleges and some universities operate on-campus childcare, often subsidized through the CCAMPIS federal grant for low-income student parents. Financial aid can sometimes cover childcare as a cost of attendance.
Can I get a GED online?
Yes. The official GED test is offered online (with in-home proctoring) and at testing centers. HiSET (used in some states instead of GED) is similar. Free prep through state adult education providers and through Khan Academy's free GED prep.
What is WIOA training?
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act funds short-term training for eligible adults, often up to
0,000 or more for in-demand occupations. Apply through your local American Job Center. Programs cover CDL, welding, nursing, IT, HVAC, and many others.