Certain experiences in military service may be submitted to the Registrar for evaluation. Coursework applicable to a Spoon River College curriculum which was taken through the Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) or under the United States Armed Forces Institute (USAFI) may be given credit provided the course is recommended by the American Council on Education.  Official transcripts and a request for evaluation are required. Submit official transcripts of satisfactory completion of the work to the Admissions & Records Office.

Credit for four semester hours of physical education will be awarded to members or former members of the U.S. Armed Forces who have completed six months or more of active duty and have been honorably discharged.  The student must provide the Veteran’s Certifying Official with a request for this credit and a copy of their separation papers (Form DD214). Contact the Admissions & Records Office.

Spoon River College is approved for veterans' benefits through the Illinois State Approving Agency. Any veteran who thinks s/he may be eligible for federal benefits may obtain information and applications through the Financial Aid Office. To maintain eligibility, students who are veterans must be enrolled in an eligible program, attend classes regularly, and be making satisfactory academic progress.

Illinois Veteran's Grant
This award will pay the full tuition and applicable fees for Illinois veterans attending SRC part-time or full-time. Any veteran who entered the armed forces as an Illinois resident and who served at least 12 months and returned to Illinois within six months of separation may qualify for this program. A copy of the discharge papers, DD214, showing an honorable discharge, and proof of state residency must accompany the application for the award.

Illinois National Guard Scholarship
This award applies to tuition and applicable fees charged for attending SRC part-time or full-time. Eligibility requires that the recipient must be a member of the Illinois National Guard for at least one year and must continue to be a member for the duration of the scholarship.

MIA-POW Scholarship
This award applies to in-district tuition and applicable fees. Eligibility requires that the recipient must be the spouse or child of an eligible veteran. Information and application may be obtained through the Financial Aid Office.

Please Note: Some veterans organizations such as American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars offer financial assistance for education to veterans and their dependents. The college recommends that these organizations be contacted directly through the local chapters located in our district communities for additional information.