Office of Veteran and Military Affairs

Welcome to Marian University's Office of Veteran and Military Affairs, where your service is honored and your unique journey is valued. As a Catholic Franciscan university, we are committed to supporting Veterans, Service Members, and families as you pursue your academic and personal goals.

My name is Tony Gearlds and I am your Director of Military Affairs. If you ever have any questions about Military or Veteran Benefits, or just want to talk, please swing by Clare Hall Room 129 or send me an email at military@marian.edu

Contact us:

Tony Gearlds
Director of Military Affairs
463-302-1259
military@marian.edu
Clare Hall Room 129
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Nonfederal Resources for Veteran and Military Students:

VetTix

Provides free tickets (with a small delivery fee) to Veterans and Active Duty to thousands of events like Colts and Pacers games, Indianapolis Symphony, bands, and more. Sign up here

Indiana Tuition and Fee Exemption

The Tuition and Fee Exemption for Children of Disabled Veterans or Purple Heart Recipients provides an annual award of up to $5,000 of tuition and regularly assessed fees at Indiana private, non-profit colleges and universities at the undergraduate resident tuition rate if the recipient graduated high school January 1, 2023 or later. Find more information here

Marion County Veterans Service Officers

Provides help with filing a claim with the Department of Veterans Affairs for Marion County residents. Find more information here

Links:

Military Admissions Page

Federal Educational Benefits