Most active-duty military personnel, along with Army Reservists and Army National Guard members, qualify for their branch’s Tuition Assistance program. In most cases, eligible personnel who enroll have no out-of-pocket expenses due to Lakewood University’s affordable tuition. For questions about eligibility, please contact the base education office for details.
In order to be eligible for this grant the individual:
Once the Veteran’s Specialist has verified the two conditions have been met and the veteran has enrolled at Lakewood University, then the veteran will be awarded the grant on a first come-first served basis and based on the availability of funding in the The Lorraine Dominick Grant Award.
In order to be eligible for this grant the individual:
Lakewood University is approved for the Career Improvement Program (CIP) which allows all eligible Ohio state bargaining unit employees to enroll in many of our programs. The UET Trustees has developed CIP to help employees prepare for tomorrow’s jobs today. CIP helps eligible state bargaining unit employees shape their futures with training in some of Ohio’s best schools. All state agencies benefit when employees develop new skills.
CIP pays up to $4,000 per fiscal year (July 1 to June 30) for tuition and mandatory instructional fees for each eligible state bargaining unit employee in the program.
MyCAA is a scholarship program that offers up to $4,000 of financial assistance to eligible military spouses who are pursuing a license, certification or an Associate’s degree in a portable career field and occupation.
Eligible job seekers can have up to $6,775 in financial assistance to pursue certification training programs like those offered by Lakewood University. We provide students with personalized, short-term training to start a new career in healthcare, business, legal, or information technology so you can compete in the job market.
Please contact our Admissions Department at admissions@lakewood.edu or call 1-800-517-0857, option1 for more information on the application process.
Funds that do not have to be repaid and are based on many factors, including academic merit and/or financial need. Students are encouraged to research and apply for scholarships outside of the University.
Below are resources that can aid you in the scholarship search. There is no obligation to use the websites, as students can obtain scholarships from any external source they select.
Find more information here: Types of Financial Aid
Degree-seeking graduate students must meet the basic eligibility rules that apply to undergraduate students and are typically only eligible for Federal Student Loans.
Graduate students may also be eligible for private student loans or employer benefits to help cover tuition costs. Graduate students can also cover the cost of tuition and fees by self-pay out of pocket.
The U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) offers several educational benefits to veterans.
There are multiple GI Bill® benefits and each is different. We recommend that you compare your options using the GI Bill® Comparison Tool or the comparison table at the VA website. These tools can help you calculate your benefits, research approved programs, and determine eligibility.
In addition, you can view more detailed information on the following programs by clicking the links:
If you are a disabled veteran, you may be entitled to Vocational Rehabilitation education benefits from the VA which may cover up to the full cost of tuition, books, and fees. You may also receive a stipend for course enrollments and technology expenses associated with taking courses online.
Call the VA at 800-827-1000 and ask about Vocational Rehabilitation benefits. They will direct you to a case manager in your local area to review your claim. If approved, your case manager should provide the VA form 28-1905.
For more information on VA Benefits please contact the U.S Department of Veterans Affairs: 1-844-698-2311 or
Traci Wilburn
Email: twilburn@lakewood.edu
Telephone Number: 800-517-0857 X700/ Text ONLY Line: 216-678-9933
Many businesses today offer educational benefits to their employees. The process is different for each employer, but there are a few steps you’ll need to follow here in order to register and pay for courses using your employer’s benefits.
