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Penn State Scranton a Great Choice for Adult and Veteran Students.

Penn State Scranton a Great Choice for Adult and Veteran Students.

A veteran student shares what he likes best about Penn State Scranton.

Veteran and Military Students

Thank you for your military service.

Penn State Scranton has long recognized and responded to the needs of the courageous men and women who serve in our nation’s armed forces.

If you are a veteran, are actively serving in the military, or are the dependent of someone who served our country, we are proud that you are considering Penn State Scranton and we’re eager to give our support as you successfully pursue your college degree.

Reasons to Consider Penn State Scranton

Penn State Scranton has a long history of working with veterans, active military, and their dependents. Through that experience, we have developed convenient learning formats and military-friendly policies.

  • Eleven complete baccalaureate degree programs available
  • Four associate degree programs available
  • First two years of over 275 2+2 baccalaureate programs
  • Evaluation of military credits
  • Credits awarded by CLEP exam
  • FAFSA - apply for financial aid benefits beyond what you are receiving from the VA or DOD
  • Classroom, hybrid, and online learning options
  • Veterans work-study opportunities for qualified students
  • Veterans lounge on campus in the Study Learning Center
 

"GI Bill®” is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).  More information about education benefits offered by the VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Please do not email your Social Security number to any staff members. If the University requests your SS#, you can call the office at 570-963-2500 or hand deliver the information.

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Corporate Comm students partner with Valhalla Veterans Services for 'Fall Ball'

Campus alumnus EJ Long, at left, receives a Nittany Lion Shrine statue from campus Chancellor Marwan Wafa during a tour of the newly created Veterans Lounge he donated to.

Penn State Scranton alumnus gives back to student veterans

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Penn State Scranton named as a 2022-23 Pa. National Guard-friendly school

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