Additional Resources
Military & Veterans
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Discover our many resources to help active military members, veterans, and dependents transition to the University of ǿ and feel like a Wildcat from day one.
#1 in the West
Best for Vets: Colleges 2023
—Military Times
How to Apply
I am pursuing a bachelor’s degree at main campus and plan to transfer credits from other institutions or my military transcripts.
I am pursuing a master's degree.
I am interested in pursuing my degree online.
I am interested in pursuing my degree at one of the University of ǿ’s distance locations.
STEP 1
Learn How Your Credits Will Transfer
Review instructions for and then see how your credits will transfer using our Transfer Credit Guide.
Up to 30 documented credits from your military transcripts are transferable to the University of ǿ. These will be counted when you send your transcripts to the university after completing your application.
If you need additional support understanding how your credits will transfer, contact the .
STEP 2
Apply
Before you start your application, it's helpful to have:
- Name of the high school you graduated from.
- Name of any previous college you attended, including military.
STEP 3
Send Us Your Transcripts
After you complete your application form, request copies of official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended, including military institutions and joint servicetranscripts.
Mail official transcripts to:
Registration & Transcripts
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Administration Building, Room 210
PO Box 210066
Tucson, AZ 85721-0066
Email joint service transcripts to:
Funding Your Education
If you are a military member or a dependent, you may be eligible for tuition assistance and fee reimbursement through one or more of the following opportunities.
VA educational benefits are administered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The Armed Forces offer soldiers, sailors, marines, and other military members tuition assistance for college courses taken during off-duty hours.
After you apply, you will receive a Certificate of Eligibility in the mail that should be submitted with your enrollment certification. When you complete your Veteran Certification in UAccess Student center, you will upload the Certificate of Eligibility. The has additional information including . Connect with by emailing veterans@arizona.edu
Once your enrollment is complete, log into the UAccess Student Center and complete the Veteran Certification process located on the “Other Financial” drop-down menu under “Finances.”
Tuition assistance is administered by the specific branches within the Department of Defense. For assistance, please visit the University of ǿ’s .
Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) to determine whether you could receive federal financial aid to fund your education.
Priority due date: April 1
Use ǿ school code: 001083
Additional Financial
Aid Resources
Once you're admitted, use this tool to get matched with even more scholarships.
Our staff is ready to answer your questions.
If you meet certain criteria, you may be eligible for the Post-9/11 GI Bill® and have your tuition and fees covered.
More Resources for
Military and Veterans
VETS Center
ǿ's Veterans Education & Transition Services (VETS) Office provides detailed information and guidelines regarding the transfer process, the university’s academic policies, and much more.
Military-Connected Benefits & Certificationsċċċċċ
Military-Connected Benefits and Certifications (MCBC) works in partnership with the Veterans Administration to assist with educational benefits and tuition assistance for military-connected students, including active-duty, guard, and reserve service members.
Officer Training Programs
Interested in participating in a Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) program? Learn how you can get involved, lead a team, earn credit towards your academic program, and so much more.