Marywood University in Scranton, PA is one of the best colleges for veterans. Our Office of Military and Veteran Services is dedicated to supporting the unique educational goals of our veteran, current military, and dependent students. We work with traditional, non-traditional, undergraduate, graduate, combat Veterans, non-combat Veterans, current service members, and dependent students alike. Our team ensures you have the resources, respect, and recognition you deserve.
The Office of Military and Veterans Services is located in the Liberal Arts Center, Room 101. Contact us at 570-961-4584.
Our program has been recognized consistently for its commitment to veteran and active military students and is the only local institution that has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report as a Best College for Veterans.
Marywood, which was the only local university on the “Best Colleges for Veterans” (Regional Universities North) , is ranked at #18 (tie), advancing a full 28 placements from last year’s ranking. According to U.S. News, this designation includes the top-ranked schools in the 2025 Best Colleges rankings that participate in federal initiatives helping veterans and active-duty service members pay for their degrees.
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Yes, we are a proud Yellow Ribbon School! This program helps pay school tuition and fees that are not covered by the Post 9/11-GI Bill®. This does not cover Room and Board charges. Marywood commits to reinforce our mission to provide a welcoming, supportive environment for all who have served and their families. Apply today and discover why Marywood is one of the best colleges for military service members.
Members using CH 33 benefits at the 100% benefit level are automatically enrolled so there is nothing the member needs to do. GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/.
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GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/ .
After you've applied for admission and been accepted by Marywood University, obtain your education benefits by following these steps:
Apply for VA education benefits using the following link https://www.va.gov/education/how-to-apply/ and follow the prompts: (ex: CH 33 Post 911-GI Bill® or CH 35 Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA). Apply for benefits
Once you receive your Certificate of Eligibility from the VA please send a copy to veterans@marywood.edu for your file.
Before the start of each semester, please fill out the following form. Military and Certification Enrollment Form view here and send it to veterans@marywood.edu or stop by the office in the Liberal Arts Center Room 101. This form allows the Office of Military and Veteran Service to process your benefit request. Requests can not be processed through the VA without this request each semester.
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GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill/ .
Marywood University recognizes that people learn in a variety of settings and that some students approach the university experience with college-level learning acquired outside the traditional classroom.
Academic credit or waiver for other college-level learning can be awarded through a variety of programs, such as standardized testing through: Joint Services Transcripts (JSTs) and Community College of the Air Force
College Level Examination Program (CLEP) provides people with the opportunity to gain college credit in general academic areas, as well as in foreign language, by performing well on specific written tests. The tests measure knowledge gained through life experiences during travel, work, military service, etc. Information on CLEP exams may be obtained by contacting the Coordinator of Prior Learning Assessment at Marywood.
Those who wish to be considered for advanced status through CLEP should take the CLEP examinations and request the test scores be reported directly to Marywood University.
CEEB code number: 2407
Defense Activity for Nontraditional Education Support (DANTES) is another nationally recognized testing program that affords individuals the opportunity to receive college credit for learning acquired outside the traditional college classroom. Those who have military experience may gain college credits by obtaining a recommended score on the DANTES subject standardized tests. DANTES supports CLEP and DSST exams.
Lori Orr
Coordinator of Prior Learning Assessment
Phone: (570) 348-6266
Email: loriorr@marywood.edu
Marywood University adheres to the principles outlined in the "Joint Statement on the Transfer and Award of Credit" recommended by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers, American Council on Education and Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Marywood subscribes to the standards for quality assurance set forth by the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning.
Below are several scholarship programs available to service members, veterans, and their families. Please review eligibility and deadlines carefully, as they vary by organization.
Website: https://pattillmanfoundation.org/apply/
Application Window: Varies yearly, typically November-February
Eligibility:
U.S. service members from all branches
Veterans (pre- and post-9/11 eras)
Military spouses
Surviving spouses of military service members
Requirements:
Must be enrolled full-time in an accredited U.S. college or university (bachelor’s, master’s, or professional degree)
Application includes essays, military documentation, financial info, and one character reference
Website: https://foldsofhonor.org/scholarships/
Application Window: February 1 – March 31, 2027
Eligibility:
Dependents and/or spouses of fallen or disabled U.S. service members (Military Scholarships)
Dependents and/or spouses of fallen or disabled first responders (First Responder Scholarships)
Website: https://afas.org/haparnoldgrant/
Application Window: Opens January 2027
Eligibility:
Children of U.S. Air Force or U.S. Space Force members (active duty, retired, or deceased, under age 24)
Spouses of Air Force or Space Force members (active duty, retired, or surviving spouse)
Requirements:
High school graduate enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or trade/vocational program
Minimum 2.0 GPA; not a veteran or currently serving member
Website: https://www.nmcrs.org/our-services/scholarships
Application Window: Varies yearly, typically February-May
Eligibility:
Children or spouses of active duty, retired, or qualifying deceased Sailors and Marines
Must be under age 23 (children) by September 30 of the current academic year
Requirements:
Pursuing career & technical education, associate, bachelor’s, or (for spouses) master’s degrees
Programs may be full-time, part-time, online, or in-person
Website: https://www.purpleheart.org/ScholarshipProgram
Application Window: March 1, 2027-June 1, 2027
Eligibility:
Purple Heart recipients who are MOPH members
Spouses or lineal descendants of Purple Heart recipients or service members killed in action
Website: https://www.militaryfamily.org/state-of-the-military-family-programs/spouses-scholarships/
Application Window: Open year-round (rolling application)
Eligibility:
Spouses of all 8 Uniformed Services: Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force, Coast Guard, USPHS, and NOAA
Must be spouse of a post-9/11 service member who is active duty, retired, disabled, Guard/Reserve, or fallen
Website: https://www.enhancelives.com/scholarships/
Application Window: Opens April 2027
Eligibility:
Veterans with 100% service-connected disability
Surviving spouses or children of a service member who died from a service-related cause
Website: https://www.armyemergencyrelief.org/scholarships/
Application Window: Spouse Program: Open year-round | Children’s Program: January 1 – April 1, 2027
Eligibility:
Spouses and children of U.S. Army members; must reapply each year
Requirements:
Programs: Patty Shinseki Spouse Scholarship (spouses) and James Ursano Scholarship (children)
Website: https://www.afcea.org/afcea-educational-foundation/scholarships
Application Window: Varies by scholarship
Eligibility:
Multiple scholarships available; check individual program details for branch and degree requirements
Website: https://www.mcsf.org/apply/
Application Window: January 1 – March 1, 2027
Eligibility:
Child or stepchild of a U.S. Marine or Navy Corpsman, Chaplain, or Religious Program Specialist attached to a Marine unit
Minimum 2.0 GPA; AGI under $134,000 (2025 tax year)
Veterans Resource Center: Liberal Arts Center 101 (570-961-4584)
Marywood University’s Army ROTC program provides students with leadership training, practical experience, and scholarship opportunities while they complete their degree. Cadets develop essential skills in teamwork, discipline, and service, preparing them for future roles as Army officers.
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Air Force ROTC programs partner with NEPA universities, including Marywood. The program is open to any full-time (12+ credit hours) college student. Students can participate in Air Force training while pursuing their studies. Marywood offers a supportive environment that helps students gain hands-on experience and a direct pathway to commissioning as Air Force officers.
View ROTC Air Force ProgramMarywood University works closely with the Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) to support veterans, current service members, and their families. As one of the best schools for veterans , Marywood ensures students can access state-level benefits, educational assistance, and resource connections offered by the DMVA, augmenting the university’s own veteran services, outreach, and support infrastructure.
Marywood also maintains a strong collaboration with the Lackawanna County Veterans Affairs Office, connecting veterans to local support services such as disability and pension benefits, real-estate tax exemptions, burial assistance, and help with service records. Through this partnership, Marywood helps ensure veterans and their dependents can seamlessly access county-level resources while pursuing their education.
Warrior Strong offers free yoga lessons for veterans and their dependents. They hold classes in downtown Scranton twice a month and are currently working to expand their operations in order to provide a multitude of services specially designed for the adaptive athlete.
Equines for Freedom is a non-profit organization that offers free PTSD therapy that utilizes EMDR and therapy horses to help alleviate the symptoms of PTSD. They do not report to the VA and the therapy sessions are offered on an individual bases.
Camp Freedom is a nonprofit organization that provides outdoor adventures for disabled Veterans and First Responders, their family members, Gold Star Families, and Gold Shield Families including quality hunting, shooting sports, fishing, hiking, biking, and other year-round outdoor activities. These activities remove individuals from clinical settings into the healing environment of the outdoors and nature.
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Date/Time:Nov 11/12:00 AM
Location: Academic Dates
The display is among several visual recognitions planned to commemorate Veterans Day on campus.
Ranked #30 Top Private University and #45 Overall in Regional Universities North, Marywood attained top placement in the Northeastern Pennsylvania region for this category.