Veteran Student Services

Thank you for your service!

Here at Johnson College, we are here to help you reach your educational goals. Please read below to learn more about our application process and the resources available to our veterans and active service members.

The Admission and School Certifying Official will help ease your transition in starting, continuing, or resuming your educational pursuit and offer assistance with Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) educational benefits.

Application Process

Knowing your VA benefits and how they work for you at Johnson College can make all the difference in having a positive college experience. Our staff and faculty are here to support you on your educational journey. The following information will help you get you started.

STEP 1.

Apply for your education benefits at https://www.vets.gov/education/. After submitting the application electronically to the VA, print out a copy and turn it in to the School Certifying Official at Johnson College. Once you have received your DD-214 and Certificate of Eligibility (COE) from the VA, turn in a copy of this to the School Certifying Official as well.

STEP 2.

Apply to Johnson College here.

Next, submit your high school transcripts and/or GED to Enrollment at:
Johnson College
Attn. Enrollment
3427 N. Main Ave.
Scranton, PA 18508

Note: Health Science Programs will require additional documentation. Please see program webpages for details

Campus Benefits for Veterans & Service Members

Dedicated study room
Priority scheduling and registration
Dedicated staff to assist with needs specific to military students

Our Staff

Dr. Natalia Melgarejo, Certifying Veterans Official
Student Success Coordinator
570-702-8953
nmelgarejo@johnson.edu

Melissa Saxon-Price, Counselor / Manager of Disability Services
570-702-8956
msaxonprice@johnson.edu