Veteran Services at Pittsburg State University
Military-Friendly University: PSU Veteran Services
Military-inclusive institution offering a broad range of high quality, very affordable academic programs.
Continue your education and earn your degree affordably as a service member, veteran or military spouse/dependent. Pittsburg State University is a military-friendly school compatible with your long-term career goals.
Pittsburg State University is proud to be designated as a Yellow Ribbon School, but even prouder of the fact that you will never need it here. The Yellow Ribbon program was designed to help cover costly out-of-state, private school, or university tuition that exceeds the national average amount paid under your Post 9/11 GI Bill. Our low flat-rate tuition for all of our undergraduate and graduate programs has you covered.
Proudly Serving Military-Affiliated Students
Flat Rate Tuition
PSU offers same cost per semester no matter how many courses you take.
Military Training Credit
Depending on program, PSU allows for college transfer credit for military training and experience.
Program Flexibility
PSU offers 200+ programs online and in-person for veterans and military.
Supportive Community
The city of Pittsburg honors veterans through discounts, local events, and resources.
Branches PSU Supports:
Air Force
Ready to receive your degree after defending the nation? Whether tasked with flying missions, or on the ground in various construction, support and technical capacities, PSU will turn your experience into college credit.
Army
You have served the American people, defended the nation, protected vital national interests and fulfilled national military responsibilities. Now it's time to receive your degree from Pittsburg State University.
Coast Guard
Your execution of maritime duties can help earn your degree. From ensuring safe and lawful commerce to performing rescue missions in severe conditions, you are eligible for transfer credits.
Marine Corps
Whether you have served on U.S. Navy ships, protected naval bases, guarded U.S. embassies or trained on an ever-ready quick strike force we have a PSU program to jumpstart your post-military career.
National Guard
Responding to domestic emergencies, overseas combat missions, counterdrug efforts, or reconstruction missions a National Guard veteran has many skills eligible for college credit.
Navy
Many of the jobs in the Navy are technical and translate well into the civilian world. Fixing airplanes, managing maintenance systems, or operating complex machinery aligns with programs at PSU.
Reserve
The Army Reserve offers you the opportunity to work in your civilian career or attend college full time while serving near home. Continue your duty while earning your degree at PSU.
Military Spouses and Dependents
There are several education benefits available to dependents of active duty members and veterans as well as surviving family members of deceased veterans, ranging from scholarships to totally free school.
How We Support the Armed Forces
Pittsburg State University understands the needs of the military student and has built a military-inclusive institution offering a broad range of high-quality, very affordable undergraduate and graduate academic programs.
Application Steps for Veterans
- Apply for Admission
- Choose a major
- Send Joint Services Transcript to Pitt State
- Apply for VA Educational Benefits
- Certify classes - for more information email rstricklin@pittstate.edu
Financial Aid Resources
VA Educational Benefits and Procedures
Active Duty Military Tuition Assistance and Procedures
Student Financial Assistance
Pittsburg State Resources
Academic
- Student Success
- Tutoring Programs
- The Writing Center
- Library Services
- Gorilla Geeks (Technology Support)
Career
Health
- Student Health Center
- University Counseling Services
- Center for Student Accommodations
- Crisis Line - The Veterans Crisis Line
Student Life
Student Veterans Organization
The purpose of the Student Veterans Organization is to provide a way for student veterans and military service men and women to promote the interests of student veterans on campus.
They will also assist veterans in their transition to college, educate the campus and local communities about the needs and issues important to veterans and their families.
If you would like more information, please contact Advisors Dr. Carol Meza-Bakke (Army) or Professor Chris Bakke (Army) at pittstatevets@pittstate.edu.
Veteran's Resource Center
The Veterans Resource Center is a location for our Student Veterans on campus to hangout, study or even just lounge around. The space has been newly renovated and is ready for you! Come by anytime between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Resources:
- Three Computer Stations
- Study Area
- Gathering Area & Board Room
- Kitchenette
Locations: KTC E219 & 102 Whitesitt Hall - see campus map
To gain access to the Students Veteran Centers, contact Robin Stricklin at rstricklin@pittstate.edu, by calling 620-235-4202, or in person in 103 Russ Hall. When calling or emailing please provide your student ID. You will then be given an access code.
