Financial Aid
Financial Aid Office
Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Ph: (406) 771-4334
Location: Student Central
Complete the FAFSA
FAFSA School Code: 009314
Federal Student Aid Estimator
The Federal Student Aid Estimator provides an estimate of how much federal student aid you may be eligible to receive. These estimates are based on the Student Aid Index (SAI), an index number used to determine federal student aid eligibility.
FAFSA Resources
Tips for filling out the FAFSA: Filling Out the FAFSA® Form | Federal Student Aid
FAFSA help – find answers to common questions: https://studentaid.gov/apply-for-aid/fafsa/filling-out/help
FAFSA Help Videos
Check out a variety of helpful videos on the FSA/FAFSA YouTube Channel: Federal Student Aid – YouTube
Military & Veteran Education Benefits
Great Falls College greatly appreciates your time in service to our nation. You have many choices during and after your military service, and we are pleased you are considering Great Falls College to continue your education. We know that balancing college life with military obligations, career, family and personal responsibilities can be challenging.
Great Falls College would like to assist you in achieving your personal and educational goals and will facilitate your success by providing the support, resources and information that meet your unique needs as a student.
Great Falls College has a Military Family Center that is dedicated to serving military members, veterans and their families. The center provides computer workstations, free printing and study rooms. It also checks out books and study guides to students.
For prospective and current students:
The Great Falls College Veterans Coordinator assists veterans, veterans’ spouses and dependents, and military service members with financial aid, VA Educational Benefits and Military Tuition Assistance. Contact the Veterans Coordinator at 406-771-4431 or [email protected].
College Credit for Military Service
Great Falls College will evaluate your military transcript for possible awarding of college credit. The student must be admitted to Great Falls College and have chosen a program of study in order to evaluate a transcript. The student will receive notification from the Registrar’s Office concerning courses accepted in transfer.
Request an official transcript be sent to:
Great Falls College , Registrar
2100 16th Avenue South
Great Falls, MT 59405
For Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corp and Navy veterans, request an official transcript:
Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corp, and Navy veterans Transcript
For Air Force veterans, request an official transcript:
Educational Benefits
ALL CREDIT-BEARING PROGRAMS OF STUDY AT GREAT FALLS COLLEGE HAVE BEEN APPROVED BY THE MONTANA STATE APPROVING AGENCY FOR ENROLLMENT OF THOSE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE GI BILL® EDUCATION BENEFITS. ELIGIBILITY FOR THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION BENEFITS IS DETERMINED BY VA:
Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® provides financial support for education and housing to individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service after September 10, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days. You must have received an honorable discharge to be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill®.
Montgomery GI Bill® – Active Duty (Chapter 30)
The MGIB program provides up to 36 months of education benefits. This benefit may be used for degree and certificate programs, flight training, apprenticeship/on-the-job training and correspondence courses. Remedial, deficiency, and refresher courses may be approved under certain circumstances. Generally, benefits are payable for 10 years following your release from active duty. This program is also commonly known as Chapter 30.
Veteran Readiness & Employment (Chapter 31)
Veterans with a VA service-connected disability rating of 10% or greater and an honorable discharge may qualify for retraining under the Veteran Readiness & Employment Program. With the assistance of a VA Counselor the student develops a rehabilitation plan leading to successful employment.
Survivor and Dependent Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)
DEA provides education and training opportunities to eligible dependents of veterans who are permanently and totally disabled due to a service-related condition, or who died while on active duty or as a result of a service related condition. The program offers up to 36 months of education benefits.
Montgomery GI Bill® – Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)
The MGIB-SR program may be available to you if you are a member of the Selected Reserve. The Selected Reserve includes the Army Reserve, Navy Reserve, Air Force Reserve, Marine Corps Reserve and Coast Guard Reserve, and the Army National Guard and the Air National Guard. This benefit may be used for degree and certificate programs, flight training, apprenticeship/on-the-job training and correspondence courses. Remedial, deficiency, and refresher courses may be approved under certain circumstances.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill
GI Bill® Pay Rates
Students receive payments only for the days class is in session. Benefits are pro-rated and paid in arrears.
Benefit amounts are determined by the student’s enrollment status for each block.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at www.benefits.va.gov/gibill
Local Services
Montana Veterans Affairs Service Office
600 Central Ave #418
Great Falls, MT 59401
406-452-2265
Disabled Veteran Outreach Program
Great Falls Job Service
1018 7th Street S. Great Falls, MT 59405
406-791-5865
VA Work-Study
The VA Work-Study program is an opportunity to “earn while you learn”. Students employed in the work-study program fill a number of positions at various VA facilities throughout the area. Employment opportunities are available to eligible students.
Eligible students include:
- Students who receive GI Bill® Benefits or Dependent educational benefits AND
- Must be enrolled at least 3/4 time.
Benefits of VA work-study employment:
- Flexible schedule
- Tax free income (Federal or state minimum wage, whichever is higher).
Approved local work-study locations:
Great Falls Vet Center
615 2nd Avenue North
Great Falls, MT 59401
406-452-9048
Montana Veterans Affairs Service Office
600 Central Plaza Suite 300
Great Falls, MT 59401
406-452-2265
Great Falls VA Community Based Clinic
1417 9th Street South, Suite 200 & 300
Great Falls, MT 59405
406-791-3234
How to apply:
- Choose an approved work-study location and contact them for employment opportunities
- Complete VA Form 22-8691 Application for VA Work-Study Allowance
- Bring completed application to your prospective employer
Enrollment Verification
Military Records
Visit the National Archives’ website for veterans’ service records.
MUS Veterans Info
The Montana University System excels as a veteran-friendly system by providing resources, financial aid and instruction necessary for today’s veterans to successfully access and complete college. Learn about Montana university and college campuses, requirements for admission, transfer resources, veteran’s offices, veteran’s benefits and online opportunities.
Financial Aid Department
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Monday-Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
