Benefits for Military Students: GI Bill, METC Credits, GEM
Serving Those Who Have Served
GI Bill | METC Training | Tuition Costs | CCAF/GEM | Additional Support
We proudly welcome U.S. military students at Shawnee State University Online Campus.
We want to help U.S. military veterans and current active duty service members take advantage of the educational benefits they have earned. Those who have served in the U.S. military can apply for GI Bill benefits to receive financial assistance for their online program. College credit is available for graduates of the Medical Education Training Camp.
What Is the GI Bill?
The Department of Veterans Affairs provides educational benefits to veterans and active duty service members through the Harry W. Colmery Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2017, also known as the Forever GI Bill. The Forever GI Bill incorporates the following changes to the Post-9/11 GI Bill:
- All service members are eligible for educational benefits as there is no longer a 15-year time limit for the use of benefits
- Purple Heart recipients can receive benefits at the 100-percent level for up to three years
- Service members in the National Guard and Reserve can receive benefits
- Increased benefit levels
Am I Eligible for GI Bill Benefits?
You must meet any of the following criteria in order to be eligible to receive GI Bill educational benefits:
- Have served at least 30 days of continuous active duty after Sept. 10, 2001, and were discharged due to a service-related disability
- Have served 90 days of active duty after Sept. 10, 2001, and received honorable discharge
- Have received a Purple Heart or the Fry Scholarship
- Are serving in the National Guard or Reserve
How Can I Receive College Credit for METC Training?
As a Medical Education Training Camp (METC) graduate, you can receive college credit for one of the following three fully online programs at Shawnee State:
- Associate of Arts in General Studies: Earn a college degree that can help you advance your career or prepare for a bachelor’s degree. You’ll take general education courses and have the freedom to select electives that appeal to your interests and goals.
- Bachelor of Science in Health Science: Step into leadership roles in allied health. By studying a variety of topics in health science and healthcare, you’ll be prepared for a wide range of health-related careers.
- Bachelor of Individualized Studies: Customize your degree to achieve your specific career goals. If you’d like to pursue a degree where there is no formal program or you’d like to combine aspects of two or more programs, an individual studies degree might be the solution. You’ll discuss your need with an academic advisor who will help you develop a unique plan of study.
The Guide to Transfer document offers more details about obtaining college credit for your METC training at Shawnee State.
| METC Training Program | Shawnee State University Degree Program | Transferable Credit Hours | Credits to Complete | Downloadable Degree Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Assistant Program | Associate of Arts in General Studies | 13 | 47 | PDF – Dental Assistant – AAGS |
| Dental Assistant Program | Bachelor of Science in Health Science | 13 | 107 | PDF – Dental Assistant – BSHS |
| Dental Assistant Program | Bachelor of Individualized Studies | 13 | 107 | PDF – Dental Assistant – BIS |
| Radiologic Technologist Program (Air Force & Navy) | Associate of Arts in General Studies | 33 | 27 | PDF – Radiologic Technologist Air Force, Navy – AAGS |
| Radiologic Technologist Program (Air Force & Navy) | Bachelor of Science in Health Science | 33 | 87 | PDF – Radiologic Technologist Air Force, Navy – BSHS |
| Radiologic Technologist Program (Air Force & Navy) | Bachelor of Individualized Studies | 33 | 87 | PDF – Radiologic Technologist Air Force, Navy – BIS |
| Radiologic Technologist Program (Army) | Associate of Arts in General Studies | 35 | 25 | PDF – Radiologic Technologist Army – AAGS |
| Radiologic Technologist Program (Army) | Bachelor of Science in Health Science | 35 | 85 | PDF – Radiologic Technologist Army – BSHS |
| Radiologic Technologist Program (Army) | Bachelor of Individualized Studies | 35 | 85 | PDF – Radiologic Technologist Army – BIS |
| Hospital Corpsman Basic | Associate of Arts in General Studies | 19 | 41 | PDF – Hospital Corpsman Basic – AAGS |
| Hospital Corpsman Basic | Bachelor of Science in Health Science | 19 | 101 | PDF – Hospital Corpsman Basic – BSHS |
| Hospital Corpsman Basic | Bachelor of Individualized Studies | 19 | 101 | PDF – Hospital Corpsman Basic – BIS |
How Will My Military Benefits Affect My Costs?
| Bachelor’s Degree | |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition | 100% |
| Post-9/11 GI Bill Academic Year Cap | 35% |
| Remaining Balance | 65% |
| Master’s Degree | |
|---|---|
| Full-Time Tuition | 100% |
| Post-9/11 GI Bill Academic Year Cap | 82% |
| Remaining Balance | 18% |
Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) – General Education Mobile (GEM)
Shawnee State University is proud to announce an agreement with the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) through the General Education Mobile (GEM) program. The General Education Mobile (GEM) program is designed to help US Air Force and US Space Force members fulfill their general education requirements in a mobile, non-traditional format. Completing the GEM program is a key step toward earning your Associates of Applied Science degree at the CCAF.
Shawnee State University offers convenient online courses that can satisfy these general education requirements for your AAS degree at the Community College of the Air Force. General Education courses prepare you for the degree-specific and higher-level courses you will need to earn your degree and the foundation of your college studies.
- Each course corresponds to a general education area requirement for a degree
- GEM courses are taught 100% online
- Tuition Reduction of $250/credit hour*
- Multiple Start Dates
*Tuition rate is for military personnel/veterans and requires verification of status.
Oral Communication
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Course Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMM1103 | Public Speaking/Human Communication | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
Written Communication
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Course Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL1101 | Discourse and Composition (A) | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| ENGL1105 | Composition and Argumentation | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
Mathematics
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Course Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| MATH1000 | Reasoning Using Mathematics | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| STAT1150 | Principles of Statistics | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
Social Science
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Course Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANTH2250 | Principles of Cultural Anthropology | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| ECON2201 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| ECON2202 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| HIST1340 | American History Since 1865 | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| HIST2223 | Ancient History of the Near East | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| POLS1210 | Introduction to Comparative Politics | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| PSYC1101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| SOCI1101 | Introduction to Sociology | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
Humanities
| Course Code | Course Title | Credits | Course Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL2200 | Introduction to Literature | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| MUSI1201 | Music Appreciation | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| SPAN1111 | Elementary Spanish 1 | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
| PHIL2320 | Ethics in Public/Private Life | 3.00 | 7 weeks |
Additional Support
SSU is an excellent choice for military veterans and those currently serving in the armed forces due to the following benefits afforded to you:
- Dedicated staff to help you access your military education benefits, transition to college life, and succeed in earning your degree and launching your chosen career.
- Small class size allowing faculty to better understand the needs of veteran students.
- Office of Military and Veteran Services Office that is dedicated to supporting students as they adjust to college-level academic work,
- Active student veteran club
- Counseling tailored to the needs of military veterans.
If you have questions or concerns, contact the Veterans Coordinator in the Student Success Center:
Eric Ramaekers
Veterans Coordinator
erameakers@shawnee.edu
(740) 351-4441
Additional Resources
If you’d like to learn more about military benefits, you may visit any of the following resources:
Military Benefits FAQs
- Yes, you may be eligible to receive credit for your U.S. military service. First, you must request your Joint Service Transcript (if you served in the U.S. Air Force, you may request your transcript through the Air Force website). After we receive your transcript, one of our advisors will evaluate it for college credit.
- After you apply for admission to one of Shawnee State University’s online programs, you need to complete the application for DVA Education Benefits on the GI Bill website. Then, submit your Certificate of Eligibility to the Office of Military and Veteran Services after you’ve received it (typically within 30-45 days), along with a copy of your DD-214 form. You’ll also need to submit all previous college transcripts, military transcripts, and joint transcripts to Shawnee State’s Admissions Office by the end of the semester. Additionally, you may need to complete college assessment exams. Finally, you will meet with your advisor for an academic plan and a VA Semester Worksheet, and then provide a copy of your Veteran Services Registration form to the Office of Military and Veteran Services.
- After you’ve received your educational benefits payments, you can apply them to your tuition and fees by making payments through your MySSU account.
- Your benefits payments from the VA can be directly deposited into your checking or savings account.
- If you did not meet the minimum grade required to pass a course, the VA will pay for you to retake the class. However, the VA will not pay for any repeated courses successfully passed.
- If your military educational benefits result in overpayment, you must repay the VA. Failure to do so may result in legal proceedings. If you have an overpayment of benefits, you may request a waiver or repayment of debt in monthly installments. Contact the Office of Military and Veteran Services if you need to make one of these requests.