Franciscan University of Steubenville honors the service of all veterans of the U.S. military. In fact, we were founded by Bishop John King Mussio in large part to serve the veterans returning from World War II with GI Bill® money to spend on furthering their education. Through our participation in the Air Force Reserve Officer’s Training Program and continued acceptance of the GI Bill we both welcome veterans to campus, and prepare men and women to be the next generation of ethical leaders in the U.S.military.
Welcome
U.S. Military Veterans Benefits Information
GI Bill®
To learn about:
- various military/veterans educational benefits
- how to apply for them or
- how to change your benefits from another school to be used at Franciscan
Military Experience Transfer Credits
To obtain credentials for possible military experience transfer credit (e.g., DD-214, AARTS, SMART, or CCAF transcripts) visit the American Council on Education and/or the National Archives
Veterans Certifying Official
If you are eligible for tuition benefits under the GI Bill®, we will be happy to help you make arrangements. For more information regarding our veterans services, please contact our Veterans Certifying Official at [email protected].
VTBA Policy
Franciscan University of Steubenville in accordance with the Veterans Benefits and Transition Act of 2018 will not impose any penalty, including the assessment of late fees, the denial of access to classes, libraries or other institutional facilities, or the requirement that a Chapter 31 or Chapter 33 recipient borrow additional funds to cover the individual’s inability to meet his or her financial obligations to the institution due to the delayed disbursement of a payment by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. This policy is limited to tuition funds paid by the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs.
U.S. Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps
In cooperation with:
Department of Aerospace Studies, AFROTC, Det 730
Unit Admissions Officer
2917 Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA 15260.
Program contact information:
University of Pittsburgh U.S. Air Force ROTC website
Program Overview
“Air Force ROTC is a college program offered at more than 1,100 colleges and universities across the U.S. It prepares you to become an Air Force Officer while earning a college degree. And it gives you the opportunity to get the tuition money you need. But more than that—it’s a challenge, a head start on a lifetime of success, within the Air Force and in everything you choose to do. In Air Force ROTC, you’ll make the most of your college experience. You’ll hone your time-management skills, analytical skills and physical fitness. It won’t be easy. But if you’re up to the challenge, the rewards will last a lifetime.” (from the U.S. Air Force ROTC website)
The local AFROTC program is administered by the Department of Aerospace Science at the University of Pittsburgh. This program is available to undergraduate students at fourteen “cross-town” universities via enrollment through agreement with the University of Pittsburgh. Students must have at least six semesters (three full academic years) of school remaining to successfully complete AFROTC graduation requirements. Upon successful completion of university academic and ROTC requirements, students will earn a commission as a Second Lieutenant in the US Air Force.
Students will complete one or two years in the General Military Course (GMC) before competing for an enrollment allocation into a four-week summer leadership training program. After completion of the summer training program, students are enlisted into the Professional Officer Course (POC), where they will take on role leading anywhere from 10-50 of their fellow cadets in weekly activities. Students are under NO contractual obligation to the Air Force until entering the POC or accepting an Air Force scholarship. In addition to the academic portion of the curriculum, each student attends a weekly two-hour, hands-on “laboratory” that tests both their followership and leadership abilities amongst their peers. This lab is used to practice various leadership and management techniques and groom students into future military leaders. Three and three-and-a-half year scholarships are available to qualified students in certain areas of study. Most AFROTC scholarships cover tuition plus lab fees, books, plus each scholarship awardee receives a tax free monthly stipend that ranges between $300-500 per month.
More Information
Steps to using Tuition Assistance
1. Service members should speak with their Educational Services Officer (ESO) or counselor within their military service prior to enrolling at the college.
2. Apply for Tuition Assistance (TA) based on your military branch specific process:
Note: Tuition Assistance pays tuition only, students are responsible to pay fees by tuition deadline.
| Navy Marines Coast Guard | https://www.navycollege.navy.mil/tuition-assistance/
Follow the steps listed on the Tuition Assistance overview page |
| Navy College Virtual Education Center (NCVEC): 877-838-1659 | |
| Air Force | https://www.my.af.mil/ |
| Army | https://www.goarmyed.com/ (Active or Reserve) |
If you plan to use your GI-Bill® with TA, please contact [email protected]
3. Transfer Credits: Send official transcripts to [email protected]. The registrar’s office will evaluate them and provide you with a transfer evaluation and degree program form.
4. Consult with an Academic Advisor: If you have questions about your degree program, please contact our advising office [email protected].
5. Upload your degree plan to your branch education portal.
6. Apply for Financial Aid: (www.fafsa.ed.gov) School code: 003036-00. Financial aid can be used to charge your books and/or pay fees.
7. Review Cost and fees
8. Contact Student Accounts at [email protected] to confirm third party payment arrangements.
