Continuing Education for Active and Former Military
Transform your military experience into a Providence College degree and/or certificate.
Providence College is a supportive learning community for active duty and veterans alike. Since its founding in 1917, PC has helped servicemen and women achieve their educational goals and transition to successful civilian careers. We accept GI Bill®, Chapter 33 education, and Federal Tuition Assistance benefits. We also accept credits for military education and training.
Key Stats
30 Credits
The maximum credits accepted for military training
75
Total credits accepted overall for faster degree completion
12:1
Student-to-faculty ratio for a highly personalized learning experience
Military Education Benefits
Providence College School of Continuing Education (PCSCE) is ready to assist you, your spouse, and other family members eligible for educational benefits through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Whether it’s the GI Bill®, Chapter 33, or Federal Tuition Assistance, be sure to view our helpful guide about how these may pay for your tuition, housing, books, and other supplies at PC.
At PCSCE, you can receive credits for prior college, work, or life experience in addition to credits for your military training. The best place to start is by requesting your official Joint Services Transcript (JST). Your JST is the key to helping us evaluate your military skills, knowledge, and achievements.
PCSCE offers the Military Service Scholarship Fund to assist honorably discharged veterans and their dependents. Special emphasis is given to those who served in Afghanistan, Iraq, or another Middle East combat zone. This scholarship fund aids with supplemental education costs not covered by VA education benefits.
We offer many degree and certificate programs, with classes held in the evenings to accommodate working adults. Classes are held on-campus, online, or a combination of both (hybrid format). PCSCE’s most popular programs for students of a military background are Leadership Development, Professional Studies, Liberal Studies, Healthcare Administration, Teacher Certification and Pre-Med/Pre-Health Certification.
Yes, JSTs are accepted. We can accept up to 75 credits toward a bachelor’s degree—30 of which can be from work/military experience and education. An Admission Counselor will evaluate your transcript for transfer credit articulation that could apply towards your degree.
Yes, PCSCE offers the Military Service Scholarship Fund to assist honorably discharged veterans and their dependents. Special emphasis is given to those who served in Afghanistan, Iraq, or another Middle East combat zone. This scholarship fund aids with education costs not covered by VA education benefits.
In order to receive VA benefits at PCSCE, you will need to complete a Veterans Certification Worksheet for each semester you plan to use them. Once completed and signed, please return it to PC’s VA Certifying Official, Donna Barricelli, by email at dbarric1@providence.edu.
Under the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, a student who is called to active duty in the United States Armed Forces or the National Guard or Reserve for a period of more than 30 days is entitled to reenroll in the same program, with the same enrollment status, number of credits, and academic standing as when he or she was last in attendance at Providence College.
Readmission is allowed provided the student meets the following requirements:
the cumulative length of the student’s absences from the college because of service on active duty does not exceed five years (which period may be extended in certain cases, as provided by statute);
the student notifies the college upon completion of service that he or she intends to reenroll at the college; and
the student has not been discharged from the Armed Forces with a dishonorable or bad-conduct discharge.
Yes. Chapter 31 provides services to eligible service members and veterans with service-connected disabilities to help them prepare for, obtain, and maintain suitable employment or achieve independence in daily living. This may include a “subsistence allowance” while pursuing necessary post-secondary education at SCE. Please view the VA site for more info about Chapter 31 benefits.
Yes, our veterans lounge can be found in Slavin Center, Room LL15, adjacent to the ROTC complex. This lounge is available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. It’s a comfortable place to study or relax before, in between, or after classes.
Stephen Callahan ‘21SCE: From the Air Force to PC and A Liberal Studies Degree
Stephen Callahan ‘21SCE traveled the world during his tour in the U.S. Air Force – from Guam, Okinawa and South Korea to South Dakota. But next fall he’ll go somewhere he never thought was possible – law school.
