Veterans & Military

At Penn College, we honor you. Your selfless service, determination, and leadership are valued within our college community. We consider it a privilege to support those who have served and continue to serve.   

Contact:Major General Fred F. Marty Veterans and Military Resource Center

Staff

Eligibility & Benefits 

Opportunities vary, based on your situation. Select the category that best applies to you.

Veterans

You completed your military service. Let's take a look at the extensive benefits available to you.

Currently Serving Military

You are either an active-duty member in the military, in the National Guard, or in a reserve branch. Here are the benefits available to you.

Military Dependents

You're the child or spouse of a veteran or service member. Explore what benefits may be available to you.

Applying for your Benefits

Whether you're a new student to Penn College or a returning student, we'll walk you through the steps. Need additional help? Contact us for assistance with your financial aid and education benefits.

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Receiving your Benefits

Learn what to expect, including the award process and timelines for payments.

Next Steps

In-State Tuition Rate Extended to Broader Military Community

Penn College is pleased to offer our in-state tuition rate to: 

  • Active members of the military and veterans, regardless of their state of residency, 
  • Veterans’ spouses and dependent children, regardless of residency.
  • National Guard members, reservists, and active-duty members, regardless of residency.
  • Spouses and dependent children of National Guard members, reservists, and active-duty members, regardless of residency. 
  • Civilian personnel, their spouses, and dependent children of employees at a Department of Defense facility who are transferred to Pennsylvania by the Department of Defense and who reside in Pennsylvania.
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Dedicated Support: Major General Fred F. Marty Veterans & Military Resource Center

Veteran and active-duty students have exclusive access to dedicated staff, campus mentors, and a location in which to gather, collaborate, study, and discuss their military benefits – Davie Jane Gilmour Center (DJG), Room 1033.

DoD Compliance
Our Leadership:

"There are military programs, services, and offerings at Penn College that can help you become a successful student and a competent professional. We can also make your college experience a fun and rewarding one. All you have to do is take advantage of what is here."

Chet Beaver, MSG USA (Retired) Assistant Director of Student Advocacy for Veteran/Military

Maker Profiles:

Student Life:

Student Veteran Organization

This group provides a safe environment for student veterans to help one another facilitate and acclimate to the transition from military life to the college community and to create a positive social network based on fellowship, mentorship, and camaraderie.

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Penn College SALUTE

Together, we recognize and honor the academic achievement of student veterans and are dedicated to encouraging excellence in scholarship, research, and leadership.

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Best Colleges for Veterans: NATIONAL RECOGNITION

Pennsylvania College of Technology ranks among the best colleges in the U.S.:

#1in Most Innovative Schools
#1in Best Colleges for Veterans
#3in Top Public Schools
#4in Regional Colleges North
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Military-Friendly

Best Colleges for Military: Military-Friendly School

Penn College is proud to be named a 2025-26 Military Friendly® School for true commitment to military students by dedicating resources and services to ensure classroom and postgraduation success, including:

  • Dedicated veterans & military resource center
  • In-state tuition rate
  • Military tuition assistance
  • Waiver of tuition deposit
  • And more
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Best Colleges for Guards: Guard-Friendly School

For the fifth straight year, Penn College earned “Guard-Friendly School” designation from the Pennsylvania National Guard Associations–an advocacy group dedicated to the growth of the Pennsylvania National Guard.

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Penn College News:

Penn College recognized on ‘Best for Vets’ list

November 21, 2025

Pennsylvania College of Technology is among 357 institutions nationwide recognized in the Military Times’ 2025 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings. The selections…

Veterans honor society inducts 2025 class

November 17, 2025

Nine students – representing a variety of majors – comprise the 2025 class of inductees to Pennsylvania College of Technology’s chapter of SALUTE, a national…

Penn College maintains high U.S. News & World Report rankings

September 23, 2025

Pennsylvania College of Technology has been ranked the No. 1 school for innovation for the third consecutive year, No. 1 for veteran students for the second…

Penn College awarded PNGAS ‘Guard-Friendly School’ status

June 23, 2025

For the sixth straight year, Pennsylvania College of Technology has received “Guard-Friendly School” designation from an organization devoted to the…

Penn College Army ROTC cadets earn commission

May 16, 2025

Two Army ROTC cadets at Pennsylvania College of Technology marked a milestone two days before receiving their baccalaureate degrees. MacKenzie L. Collins, of…

Night on the ... tarmac!

May 12, 2025

The second annual Aviators Ball repeated the success of last year’s inaugural event, organized by the Student Veteran Organization and held at Penn College’s…

Hoppin' to it

April 20, 2025

Summertime weather greeted Penn College's annual Wildcat Egg Hunt on Saturday, following the event's postponement the previous weekend due to a dreary forecast.

Tomorrow Makers podcast explores 'Army ROTC'

April 14, 2025

Michael Giordano, a Penn College construction management student and former ROTC Bald Eagle Battalion commander, takes listeners on a “tour” of his experiences…

Penn College ready to empower at Farm Show

December 20, 2024

“Powering Pennsylvania” is the theme for the 109th Pennsylvania Farm Show, and Pennsylvania College of Technology will be in attendance, sharing its empowering…

Two staff in spotlight for inspiring efforts

November 25, 2024

Two Penn College employees were honored as nominees in Northcentral PA YWCA's 16th annual Women of Excellence Award Ceremony, held recently at the Community…

Two uniformed service members saluting outdoors.

Guaranteed Momentum: Military Tuition Assistance

Thanks to the Military Tuition Assistance Program, more tomorrow makers can find their futures at Penn College. Through this special offering, qualified active duty military are eligible to pursue college credits tuition free.

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