Military and Veteran Services

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South Central College welcomes veterans, active-duty service members, Guard and Reserve, and military families. We provide personalized support to help you transition from military to college, navigate education benefits, and connect with campus and community resources.

Services Provided

  • Guidance on veterans' military education benefits, including: Post-9/11 GI Bill®, Montgomery GI Bill, Survivors & Dependent Educational Assistance, and Select Reserve, and Minnesota GI Bill.
  • Support for Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA), including branch-specific steps and required authorization to billing.
  • Enrollment and program planning for SCC; benefits can be used only for courses required by your program.
  • Credit for military experience.
  • Help with financial aid (FAFSA) and scholarship opportunities.
  • Referrals to academic support, tutoring, and disability services accommodations.
  • Active-duty call-up support (refunds, incompletes with time to finish, or earned grades when warranted).
  • Connections to employment, healthcare, mental health, family services, and county/state veteran resources.

Location and Hours

Office Locations 

  • North Mankato Campus – One Stop B-100

Hours and Availability (By Appointment):

  • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The college closes at noon on Fridays from mid-May to mid-August.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about VA education benefits is available at the official U.S. government site: benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Health Sciences Programs

One in every ten jobs in the U.S. today are in the healthcare industry. From technicians to those on the front line of patient care, opportunities abound. Many well-paying healthcare careers require just two years of college to get started.

General Education and Transfer Option Programs

Starting your college education at South Central College is an easy way to benefit from smaller class sizes with expert instructors and save money. Learn more about South Central College's affordability on the Paying for College page. 

If you complete a Transfer Pathways program at South Central College and are admitted to a Minnesota State university, you will be guaranteed junior status and all 60 associate degree credits will count toward the related bachelor’s degree. Students must meet program admission requirements at the four year institution.  Talk with an SCC advisor for details.