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.
Talk
Talk with your ESO about your education opportunities
Explore
Explore tuition rates applicable to military personal
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
279,400
military-affiliated graduates
28+
years of faculty experience, on average.
45+
years accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
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.
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]
[1]Please visit the education office on your assigned military installation for your respective branch. National Guard and Reserve components who do not have an ESO on their installation can contact their regional office for support.
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 
.
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Life & service experience
The following are a list of service and life credits. For education transfer credits, visit our transfer credit page.
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.
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
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.