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Veterans Services

Priority hiring, tuition exemptions, wraparound services, and veteran-targeted programs.

14 resources in this category

Tuition Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans / Purple Heart Recipients
State · CHE
Up to 100% tuition and fees for up to 124 credit hours at Indiana public colleges at the undergraduate resident tuition rate.
Veteran
Workforce Ready Grant
State · DWD
Pays tuition and mandatory fees for high-value certificate programs at Ivy Tech, Vincennes University, and other approved providers. Covers advanced manufacturing, building & construction, health sciences, IT & business services, and transportation & logistics.
National Guard Tuition Supplement Grant
State · CHE
100% of tuition at public Indiana institutions or up to $5,000 at private non-profits for eligible Indiana Air and Army National Guard members. Full-time or part-time enrollment.
Veteran
Child of Deceased or Disabled Veteran
State · CHE
100% tuition at Indiana public colleges or up to $5,000 at private non-profits for children of deceased or disabled veterans. Covers undergraduate and professional-level programs. Up to 124 credit hours.
Veteran
Veteran Employment Services — WorkOne
Federal · WorkOne/DWD
Priority access for veterans in all DOL-funded programs. Includes Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP), Local Veterans Employment Representatives (LVER), and WOTC veteran credits up to $9,600.
Veteran Workone
Veterans Career and Relocation Assistance
State · IDDC
Indiana program providing career counseling, relocation assistance, and employment support for veterans transitioning to civilian careers in Indiana.
Veteran
Post-9/11 GI Bill (Chapter 33)
Federal · VA
Up to 36 months of education benefits covering 100% tuition/fees at public institutions, monthly housing allowance, and $1,000/year book stipend for veterans with qualifying active-duty service.
Veteran
Yellow Ribbon Program
Federal · VA
Additional tuition coverage beyond the GI Bill cap for veterans attending private or out-of-state schools. School contributes extra funds and VA matches dollar-for-dollar.
Veteran
Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program
Federal · HRSA
Repays up to 85% of qualifying nursing education loans for registered nurses, advanced practice nurses, and nursing faculty who work at Critical Shortage Facilities or nursing schools.
INvestABLE (ABLE Accounts)
Federal · IN Education Savings Authority
Tax-advantaged savings accounts for individuals with disabilities. Save up to $100,000 without affecting SSI or Medicaid eligibility. Funds cover education, training, transportation, and more.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Federal · SAMHSA
National 24/7 free hotline for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress, including their loved ones. Calls and texts route to local Indiana crisis centers (Mental Health America of Indiana operates the state hub). Available in English, Spanish, and via ASL video. Veterans press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line. Free.
Veteran
HVAF of Indiana (Helping Veterans and Families)
Private · HVAF of Indiana
Indianapolis-based veteran wraparound provider serving any honorably discharged Indiana veteran (any era, any branch). Services include emergency and transitional housing (~103 beds nightly), 62 units of permanent supportive housing, short-term rent and utility assistance, food/clothing pantry, employment services (resume, interview, job placement), and homeless street outreach. Hamilton County veterans access services in Indianapolis (45 East 10th Street). Most services free.
Veteran
Ivy Tech Community College — Hamilton County (Noblesville)
State · Ivy Tech
Indiana's statewide community college with a full Hamilton County campus at 300 N. 17th Street, Noblesville. Offers short-term certificates (Phlebotomy, Pharmacy Technician, CDL, HVAC, Welding), Technical Certificates (1 yr), and Associate degrees in healthcare, construction trades, advanced manufacturing, business, social services, and IT. Eight-week terms let students stack credentials quickly. Most short-track programs run under 12 months and lead to family-sustaining wages.
CareerOneStop — Federal Career Hub
Federal · USDOL
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, CareerOneStop is the federal hub for free career exploration, job search, training search, salary data, and credential research. Specialized portals include mySkills myFuture (skill-transfer for career changers), GetMyFuture (ages 14-24), Veteran and Military Transition Center, and Justice-Impacted Job Seekers re-entry tools. 800+ captioned career videos. Free hotline 1-877-US2-JOBS connects callers to local workforce resources.
Veteran Youth Justice