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  • Office of Veteran’s Programs, University Park
  • Advising Center, Altoona
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  • Office of Planning and Institutional Research, Altoona
    (Includes a link to the on-line academic information request form)

Veteran’s Affairs Links

  • Vets.gov
    Explore and apply for benefits, Manage your health and benefits, Request your records, Find VA locations.
  • Department of Veteran’s Affairs GI Bill® Homepage
    Contains general instructions to apply for benefits, payment rates, and more.
    1-888-GIBILL-1 (1-888-442-4551)
  • Wave
    Continuing reservists certify their enrollment.
    1-877-823-2378
  • Department of Veteran’s Affairs Homepage
    Contains information about health care, available jobs, mortgages and insurance, and more.
    1-800-827-1000
    1-800-829-4833 Telecommunications Device for the Deaf (TDD)
  • National Resource Directory
    The National Resource Directory and the Office of Warrior Care Policy engage with programs for service members and veterans across the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, other U.S. Government agencies, and associated organizations.
"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.

Veterans Education Benefits

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Penn State Altoona

A full-service, four-year, residential campus located less than 45 miles from the research campus at University Park. Offering 21 four-year degrees and the first two years of over 275 Penn State majors.
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    • Academic Calendar
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    • Information for First-Year Students
    • How to Apply
    • Accepted Students
    • Find Your Admissions Counselor
    • Experience Altoona
    • Virtual Tour
  • Tuition & Financial Aid
    • Scholarships and Awards
    • Grants
    • Loans
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    • Financial Aid Basics
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    • Financial Aid Information
  • Student Success
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    • Health and Wellness Center
    • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
    • Safety at Penn State Altoona
    • Career Services
    • Eiche Library
  • Research & Engagement
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    • Faculty Research Resources
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    • Internal Grants and Awards
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