Serving military-affiliated students

We support the educational goals of military service members, veterans, reserves, military spouses and dependents.

Helping you make informed decisions

Active service members are directed to follow the process below, while veterans and others can explore on their own. 

a prospective student talking to their ESO

Talk

Talk with your ESO about your education opportunities
 

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Explore

Explore tuition rates applicable to military personal 

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Discover

Discover how to get credit for prior education and life experiences 

Education designed with your military background in mind

4,500
military-affiliated graduates in 2023

4,500
military-affiliated graduates in 2023

279,400
military-affiliated graduates 

279,400
military-affiliated graduates 

28+
years of faculty experience, on average.

28+
years of faculty experience, on average.
 

45+
years accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

45+
years accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

45+
years accredited by
the Higher Learning
Commission.

38
is the average age of new students

24/7/365
Attend class online when it fits your schedule, day or night.

24/7/365
Attend class online when it fits your schedule, day or night.

300+
staff & faculty with military backgrounds with an avg. of 10 yrs. working at the University.

300+
staff & faculty with military backgrounds
with an ave. of 10-yrs. working at the University.

300+
staff & faculty with
military backgrounds

with an ave. of 10-yrs.
working at the University.

Centers to support different branches of service

Active and Reserve military members and their families are directed to speak with their assigned educational services officer (ESO) or approved installation staff prior to enrolling.[1]

TUITION RATES

Use your military benefits towards tuition

Your G.I. Bill® education benefits helps pay for school. We also waive resource fees for qualifying service member undergraduate students to reduce or eliminate out-of-pocket costs.

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 Web site at https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill opens in new window.

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Ready to get started?

Chat with an experienced advisor who can guide you through tuition, financial aid, scholarships, transfer credits and more.

Life after service

"When I was released from U.S. Army active duty, I dreamed of continuing my education. But school wasn’t an option. Then I found University of Phoenix."

Dr. Patrick Horton BSIT 2008 | MBA 2009 | DM 2018 

Life after service

"When I was released from U.S. Army active duty, I dreamed of continuing my education. But school wasn’t an option. Then I found University of Phoenix."

Dr. Patrick Horton BSIT 2008 | MBA 2009 | DM 2018 

Phoenixes in the workplace

Meet Gloria L., an alum whose journey from overcoming childhood illness to building a career as a nursing educator and end-of-life doula is deeply rooted in her Navajo heritage. Her education empowers her to bring love and light to her work, inspiring others through her unique path.

Dr. Patrick Horton BSIT 2008 | MBA 2009 | DM 2018 

Life after service

"When I was released from U.S. Army active duty, I dreamed of continuing my education. But school wasn’t an option. Then I found University of Phoenix."

Many resources. One shared goal.

Resources to help both active and veteran service members get the most from their education.

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Connected to the military community

University of Phoenix maintains relationships with Military Professional Associations to help association members and University of Phoenix students build community.

Connected to the military community

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Mental wellness services

Through a national network of licensed providers, an organization called Give an Hour® offers free, confidential mental health services for military, veterans and their loved ones.
 

Mental wellness services

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Career services

Access resources and tools at no additional cost to help you leverage your military skills and education in the civilian job market. Get support from a career team beyond graduation.

Career services

General Education Mobile (GEM) program

GEM for Airmen

University of Phoenix is part of the GEM program, offering general education courses approved by CCAF toward your Associate in Applied Science degree.

CCAF associates

Apply your completed CCAF associates degree to an approved University of Phoenix program with 60 credits or less remaining to complete your bachelor’s degree.

Frequently asked questions

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Consumer information

The University makes available to students required consumer information in our Consumer Information Guide. This includes, but is not limited to important information about the university’s national cohort default rates, student borrowing, repayment information, and financial assistance available to students.