Find veteran education benefits in Missouri. GI Bill, state tuition programs, vocational training, and veteran-friendly schools for Missouri veterans.
40 verified education resources serving Missouri. Crisis and fastest-path options are listed first.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Lee's Summit-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Independence-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Department of Labor American Job Center serving Independence veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.
Department of Labor American Job Center serving Springfield veterans. Priority of service, Local Veterans Employment Representative (LVER) and Disabled Veterans Outreach Program (DVOP) staffing, training referrals, and resume support.
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Hiring Our Heroes runs hiring fairs, employer fellowships, and corporate fellowship cohorts open to Kansas City-area transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses.
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31, VR&E) services for service-connected Lee's Summit veterans pursuing employment, self-employment, or independent living. Tuition, fees, books, and a monthly subsistence allowance may be covered.
Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving Independence-area veterans. Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.
Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving Columbia-area veterans. Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Springfield area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31, VR&E) services for service-connected Springfield veterans pursuing employment, self-employment, or independent living. Tuition, fees, books, and a monthly subsistence allowance may be covered.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the St. Louis area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving St. Louis-area veterans. Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the St. Louis area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31, VR&E) services for service-connected St. Louis veterans pursuing employment, self-employment, or independent living. Tuition, fees, books, and a monthly subsistence allowance may be covered.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Lee's Summit area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Department of Education-funded TRIO Veterans Upward Bound program serving Lee's Summit-area veterans. Free academic refresher courses, college application help, financial aid guidance, and transition support for postsecondary success.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Independence area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Columbia area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31, VR&E) services for service-connected Columbia veterans pursuing employment, self-employment, or independent living. Tuition, fees, books, and a monthly subsistence allowance may be covered.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Springfield area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
Veterans Resource Center (VRC) and certifying-official support for GI Bill students at community and technical colleges in the Kansas City area. Help with VA Form 22-1995, Yellow Ribbon, and credit-for-prior-learning evaluations.
Student Veterans of America (SVA) recognized chapters at colleges and universities in the Independence area. SVA chapters provide peer support, advocacy, and connections to GI Bill, scholarship, and career resources.
Employment and training services for Missouri veterans including job placement and career counseling.
The Missouri Veterans Commission administers Missouri-specific veteran employment programs and benefits and connects veterans with accredited service officers, state benefits, and local resources.
Career counseling, resume help, skills translation, and job-search tools for Missouri veterans and transitioning service members, including the GI Bill and education-and-career counseling benefits.
Education benefits are among the most valuable rewards of military service. Missouri veterans have access to federal programs like the GI Bill plus state-specific education benefits that can cover tuition, fees, and living expenses. With approximately 390,000 veterans in the state, Missouri has built support systems to help veterans succeed academically.
This guide covers every major education benefit available to Missouri veterans, including federal programs, state tuition benefits, vocational training, and how to find veteran-friendly schools.
The Post-9/11 GI Bill provides up to 36 months of education benefits including full tuition and fees at public institutions (or up to $27,120.05/year at private institutions in 2026), a monthly housing allowance, and a $1,000 annual book stipend. Benefits can be used at colleges, universities, and vocational programs in Missouri.
Provides up to 36 months of education benefits for veterans who contributed $100/month for 12 months during active duty. The 2026 full-time rate is approximately $2,054/month. Covers degree programs, certificate programs, and apprenticeships.
Veterans with service-connected disabilities can access education, training, and career services through Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment. Benefits include tuition, books, supplies, and subsistence allowance.
Missouri Returning Heroes Education Act provides in-state tuition at a reduced rate for combat veterans. The Wartime Veterans Survivors Grant covers tuition for dependents. Missouri National Guard provides tuition assistance. Mizzou and other schools have veteran centers
State tuition programs: Returning Heroes reduced tuition for combat veterans
When choosing a school in Missouri, look for institutions with dedicated Veterans Services offices, student veteran organizations, academic counseling for veterans, and flexible credit-transfer policies for military training. Use the VA's GI Bill Comparison Tool at va.gov to compare schools.
The GI Bill covers approved apprenticeships and on-the-job training programs in Missouri. Veterans receive a monthly allowance while learning a trade. Programs are available in construction, healthcare, IT, manufacturing, and other fields. Check apprenticeship.gov for listings.
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