Military-connected students

Kansas State University is home to the state's largest military population in higher education. It's easy to see why when you look at the ways we help soldiers, veterans and their families feel at home.

At K-State Salina's on-campus Veterans' Lounge, student veterans post pictures on the Veterans' Wall from their service time as a way to honor all veteran students.

What makes Kansas State University Salina Campus military friendly?

We are Yellow Ribbon Program approved.
We accept your Post-9/11 GI Bill® so that you can earn a bachelor's degree in professional pilot, aviation maintenance, unmanned aircraft systems, or another of our many programs.
Three national credit by examination opportunities are available: the College Level Examination Program (CLEP), the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES), and the Excelsior College Exams.
We give ACE credit for military training and experience.
A large number of our faculty and staff are veterans.
We have a VA Rep on campus to help you get answers to your questions.
K-State Salina's Student Veterans Association meets in the Vet Center (Tullis building) every Friday during lunch time.

Military credit

K-State currently evaluates over 300 military transcripts annually. The following policies and processes are in place for the evaluation of undergraduate credit.

Evaluation of undergraduate credit

K-State currently evaluates over 300 military transcripts annually. The following policies and processes are in place for the evaluation of undergraduate credit.

Joint Service Transcripts (JSTs) must be submitted to the Office of Admissions for an official evaluation. To see courses that have already been evaluated, search for "Military - Army Coast Guard Navy Marines" on our Transfer Equivalency Tool. Courses are listed by course code found on your Joint Service Transcript. Air Force courses are listed under Air University.

Evaluation of credit associated with military service is a two-step process:

The Office of Admissions completes the first step by awarding credit based on "A Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services" published by the American Council on Education (ACE). Admissions follows these recommendations and notifies students of this assessment.
- Military correspondence courses, most vocational courses, and courses that last less than two weeks are not recognized for college-level credit.
- Credits resulting from military evaluations granted by other institutions are not transferable to K-State.
Some academic units may award additional credits for specific degree requirements during academic advising and enrollment. Application of any additional credit to a K-State degree is contingent on the student’s major. An advisor in each academic area of interest can assist students in understanding if additional credit may be awarded.

Credit awarded through military credential evaluation will be recorded on each student's records at the time the student is admitted to K-State and enrolls in K-State courses.

Tuition assistance

Assistance in the form of scholarships and federal aid is available for qualified members of the armed forces and/or veterans.

Federal tuition assistance

Federal Tuition assistance is offered to qualified members of the armed forces. Each branch of the armed forces manages tuition assistance independently through separate programs offered through online websites and through military education centers.

Army uses www.GoArmyEd.com for Active, Army National Guard, and Reserve soldiers. Air Force uses the Virtual Education Center The Navy uses the Navy College Program, which also supports the US Marine Corps and Coast Guard. Kansas Army and Air National Guard are also eligible for State Tuition Assistance through the Kansas Adjutant General's Office.

Additional resources for military and veterans are available through the Kansas Board of Regents.

For questions regarding Federal Tuition Assistance, please contact Dominic Barnes, military student services coordinator, via email or phone at 785-532-0061. Dominic also accepts walk-in appointments at his office in Wainwright Hall, Building 211, Room 211B, at Fort Riley.

Scholarships

Student Veterans Association

The K-State Veterans Association is a Veteran-organized and run organization that is supported by the university. The club on campus exists to support our veterans and military affiliated students’ transition from the military to civilian/student life, offer group support, and a social outlet with similar backgrounds. Active members meet on a regular basis and always welcomes new members - get involved! There is also a Student Veteran's lounge on campus in the Tullis Building where meeting are conducted every Friday.

If you are interested in donating to benefit and greatly impact those veterans currently on campus please go to Kansas State University · GiveCampus

The K-State Salina SVA is an official chapter of the National Student Veterans of America whose mission is to aid military members, veteran, or military beneficiaries have a voice in DC. They also aide with scholarships to help them through school and assist in making connection to find a job upon graduation. More information here.

Events and Conventions

RTAG is the largest charity of its kind in the world. RTAG helps all veterans, regardless of experience, jumpstart their post military career in the world of aviation. We also help our corporate partners tap into the largest community of skilled aviation professionals in the United States, giving them direct access to pilots, maintainers, technicians, dispatchers and more.

Additional Resources

Frequently asked questions

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Does the Post 9/11 GI Bill® cover the cost of flight fees if I'm in the professional pilot program?

Yes, flight fees will be covered up to the FAA minimums for all ratings including private as long as you meet the criteria below and have an honorable discharge. The following criteria reflect the 2010 rate, as listed on the Department of Veterans website (Answer ID 947).

Post-9/11 Service	Percentage of Maximum Amount Payable
At least 36 cumulative months (Includes Entry Level or Skills Training time)	100%
At least 30 continuous days on active duty and discharged due to service-connected disability (Includes Entry Level or Skills Training time)	100%
At least 30 cumulative months (Includes Entry Level or Skills Training time)	90%
At least 24 cumulative months (Includes Entry Level or Skills Training time)	80%
At least 18 cumulative months (Includes Entry Level or Skills Training time)	70%
At least 12 cumulative months (Includes Entry Level or Skills Training time)	60%
At least 6 cumulative months (Includes Entry Level or Skills Training time)	50%
90 aggregate days (Includes Entry Level or Skills Training time)	40%

Have a question not listed here?

Contact the K-State Office of Veterans Affairs, located on the Manhattan campus, at 785-532-7061.

SVA also has a canvas page used to communicate with veterans and VA beneficiaries. Email faculty advisor Vince Weber at vmweber@k-state.edu to be added to the canvas.