Central Penn College, located in Enola, Pennsylvania, is a private, career-focused institution dedicated to preparing students for personal and professional success in high-demand fields through hands-on education. With respected programs in healthcare, business, criminal justice, legal studies, organizational leadership, and other fields, the college offers a supportive and personalized learning environment that appeals to students of diverse backgrounds, including its growing Veteran student population.
Central Penn offers accelerated 11-week terms, ensuring that qualifying students can receive housing allowances and other support without interruption. These flexible programs and accelerated pace can benefit GI bill recipients who are running low on their remaining entitlement, as they are designed to facilitate efficient completion of degrees while balancing other commitments.
“We are intentional about connecting our students with the resources they need to succeed,” said Diane McNaughton, communications specialist at Central Penn College. “It is our honor to recognize the service and sacrifice of our Veterans, who have enriched our entire student body, larger community, and nation through their life experiences and sense of duty. From successful career development to philanthropic work in the community, Central Penn College has been a force multiplier.”
Veteran support goes beyond the classroom. With dedicated admissions and financial aid staff specializing in Veterans’ benefits, the college makes the transition from military to academic life as seamless as possible. Student success coaches provide personalized, one-on-one guidance while connecting students to essential services such as housing, food assistance, childcare, and mental health resources. This combination of individualized attention and a strong sense of camaraderie helps Veteran students feel truly seen, understood, and supported throughout their college experience.
“We recognize that the transition from military to civilian life and from soldier to student can be challenging,” said Central Penn College President Linda Fedrizzi-Williams. “So, we offer personalized attention and forge strategic partnerships to connect our students with the resources they may need. We are extremely proud of our members of the military community who have studied here, gone on to become strong leaders, and are thriving in the classroom, the community, and their career.”
Among Central Penn’s recent achievements is the growth of its scholarship support and community involvement. Fundraising efforts like its Knight Out fundraiser featuring state and county leaders and Annual Central Penn College Golf Open have helped raise money for student scholarships through the Central Penn College Education Foundation. These funds directly assist students in accessing education without added financial strain. The college has also expanded its grant-writing efforts to increase academic, athletic, and quality-of-life opportunities for all students, including those with military experience.
Looking ahead, Central Penn is enhancing and expanding programs that align well with military backgrounds, including newly developed offerings in criminal justice, legal studies, and organizational leadership. These fields are increasingly in demand in law enforcement, government, and business—areas where Veterans naturally excel.
To learn more about Central Penn College’s programs or to support student Veterans through scholarship donations, visit centralpenn.edu.
