Military Veterans

Support for Achieving Your Nursing Goals

Build on your service achievements.

Get the most out of your military benefits while you attend Galen College of Nursing. We offer dedicated military and veteran support, connecting you with the right resources to help you achieve your goals and become the nurse you aspire to be.

Eligible VA Education Programs

Eligible VA Education Programs at Galen College of Nursing include:

Chapter 33 – Post 9/11 GI Bill^®
Transfer of Post 9/11 GI Bill^®Benefits to Dependents (TEB)
Chapter 30 – Montgomery GI Bill^®, Active Duty
Chapter 31 – Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E)
Chapter 35 – Dependents Educational Assistance (DEA)
Chapter 1606 – Montgomery GI Bill^®Selected Reserves (MGIB – SR)

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 from the U.S. government.

VA Veteran’s Educational Benefits may not be available at all campus locations or for all program offerings. Learn more about VA education programs.

Documents to Provide to Galen

Compile these documents to submit to us:

Certificate of Eligibility: Apply online at va.gov. Please note, the application can take up to 30 days to process.
Joint Service Transcripts (JST): This document applies to Veteran students only.
Benefit Certification Request: This request is made with a Galen electronic form.
How To Submit Benefit Certification Request Form (PDF): A user guide to help you locate and submit the form.
All previous college transcripts: How to order your transcript.

Frequently Asked Questions

All questions regarding additional benefits like MHA or Books/Supplies Stipend should be directed to the VA at 800-442-4551 (1-800-GIBILL1).

Students using education benefits may also be eligible for federal financial aid. To be considered for federal student aid, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online or via the myStudentAid mobile app.

Add the Galen FAFSA code: 015924.

Contact the financial aid office for additional eligibility requirements.

Galen certifies VA education benefits quarterly for students who have submitted all required documentation.

Galen does not currently participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program or in Active Duty Tuition Assistance. We do not accept the Hazelwood Act.

Courses dropped after the published drop/add period are reported to the VA and may result in a debt between the student and the VA.

For any other questions, contact your campus VA School Certifying Official.