You can attend Pennsylvania Western University from anywhere in the world with our Global Online programs.
Military and Veterans Support
Find your academic future at PennWest.
Service members and veterans are an important part of the Pennsylvania Western University community. We look forward to welcoming you.
The first step in our admissions process is completing an application form. Choose the appropriate application below, then read further for instructions and requirements regarding your VA Education Benefits.
* Eligible service members must receive approval from an Educational Services Officer (ESO) or counselor within the Military Service prior to enrolling.
PennWest Advantages
Global Online Discounts
PennWest provides discounted tuition costs for active-duty members and veterans of all U.S. military branches, as well as their spouses and eligible dependents when they enroll in PennWest Global Online programs.
Undergraduates seeking an associate or bachelor's degree through Global Online will pay a reduced rate of $250 per credit. This is a savings of more than $100 per credit for out-of-state residents.
Master's degree students pay $399 per credit, or 90% of the in-state rate, no matter where they reside. This is a savings of more than $300 per credit for out-of-state residents.
The military discount program applies only to those enrolled in Global Online programs. This does not apply to students who take one online course as part of a campus program. Use our cost calculator to estimate your costs for online or campus-based programs.
Financial Aid
Make a smart investment in your future. Take advantage of your military education benefits, learn about PennWest Global Online military tuition discount, search for scholarships, explore financial aid options, and more.
Military and Veteran Support Services
PennWest is here to help you throughout the application process. Our military and veteran support services staff understands the unique needs of veterans, reservists, active-duty service members, and their dependents. We offer a range of services to help maximize your military education benefits and realize your goals. Take advantage of your benefits, learn about our military tuition discounts, search for scholarships, explore financial aid options, and more.
Find your PennWest Campus
We invite you to find the campus that fits your interests, lifestyle, and ambitions. Take a virtual tour or plan a visit in person at one of Pennsylvania Western University’s locations in California, Clarion, or Edinboro.
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Visit PennWest California
Just an hour from Pittsburgh’s thriving culture, PennWest California delivers a traditional university feel, including athletics programs, best-in-class modern housing, and one of the healthiest college lifestyles in the nation.Schedule a Visit -
Visit PennWest Clarion
Located in the Allegheny Plateau region of Pennsylvania, PennWest Clarion’s small class sizes—plus supportive faculty and staff—create a personalized learning environment ideal for students who want an intimate setting along with PennWest’s extensive range of resources.Schedule a Visit -
Visit PennWest Edinboro
Home to a beautiful 250-acre lake and natural surroundings, PennWest Edinboro attracts artists and outdoor enthusiasts as a college town and resort community located 20 miles outside of Erie.Schedule a Visit