A military-friendly university that puts your needs first.

At Bellevue University, we support active-duty service members, veterans, and military families. Since 1966, we've helped thousands transition to civilian life with flexible programs and maximized benefits. Explore how we can assist you on your educational journey. Learn more today!

How We Support Our Military Students.

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Military-Friendly
Environment

Benefit from a supportive community of fellow military students and faculty who understand your unique experiences.

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Flexible Online Programs

Learn on your terms, wherever you are. Our online programs are designed to accommodate your military schedule.

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Financial Aid Options

Explore military tuition assistance, Pell Grants and other financial aid options to help make your education affordable.

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Generous Transfer Credit Policies

Convert your military training and experience into college credits.

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Comprehensive Support Services

Access advising, tutoring, counseling, and veteran support services online through our Military Veteran Services Center.

Military Preferred Tuition Rates

All undergraduate and associate degrees are $250 per credit hour, and no general college fee for those who qualify.

We've aligned our undergraduate tuition rate with the $250 per credit hour reimbursement from Military Tuition Assistance (TA), up to $4,500 per year. This adjustment allows you to receive a quality education, fully utilizing your military TA education benefits. We are also approved for AFCOOL and Army CA/COOL.

Earn Credit From Your Service

At Bellevue University, we recognize the value of your military training and experience. Our generous transfer credit policy allows you to earn academic credits for your service, potentially saving you time and money.

Convert your military training and experience into college credits utilizing DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST) or CLEP exams, potentially accelerating your degree completion. Bellevue University also accepts all American Council on Education (ACE) recommended credit listed on a military transcript.

Get started with a free evaluation of your military credits to accelerate your degree completion. To start this process, send your unofficial transcripts to us today. Contact our Military Outreach team to talk with an expert about credit transfer.

Dr. Mary Hawkins

From its founding, Bellevue University has been committed to offering higher education to those who serve our nation. We provide Veterans, military students and their spouses with courses and resources that are accessible regardless of changing duty stations. Our faculty and staff, many of whom have military backgrounds, support them in their studies and lives, as they pursue their personal and professional goals.

Flexible, Online Military Degree Programs

Our degree programs are designed with flexibility in mind, to accommodate your military commitments and career goals. Choose from a wide range of certificates, bachelor's and master's programs available both online and on-campus. Start sooner and complete your degree with accelerated cohorts that offer multiple start dates per term.

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Military Support Services

Our dedicated Military Veteran Services Center (MVSC) provides specialized support, including resources, scholarships, and personalized guidance to address the unique needs of service members, veterans and their families.

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Start-to-Finish Support

We help veterans navigate the VA benefits process to apply for GI Bill education benefits and VA housing benefits. For detailed info on VA Education Benefits, visit the VA website.

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Writing Center

Military students at Bellevue University have access to the university's writing center, offering free tutoring to help with writing and other academic skills.

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Tutor.com

Bellevue University provides free access to tutor.com for military students and their dependents.

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Online Tutoring

Through Zoom sessions, BU students can connect with tutors for one-on-one or small group sessions to address specific academic challenges.

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Career Services

Comprehensive career guidance, including coaching, exploration, strategies, resume assistance, and access to internships, employment, and events.

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Military-Friendly Environment

Receive dedicated support from staff familiar with military needs across all branches.

Top-Rated University for Active-Duty Military & Veterans

Bellevue University is consistently recognized as one of the most military-friendly universities by the Military Times, Military Advanced Education, and more.

2020 - 2021 Military Friendly Schools 2018 Guide to Military-Friendly Colleges & Universities Best for Vets: Colleges 2023 Best for Vets: Colleges 2024
" One of the things that stood out about Bellevue University was the way it cares for the military. One of my instructors, Scott Kizzire, continuously motivated me to push through, even though my military responsibilities were increasing. The non-threatening climate that promotes education is what I enjoyed the most. "

Military Resources

Military FAQs

Yes, Bellevue University's online degrees are recognized and approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Our programs are designed to fit the schedules of active-duty military personnel, veterans, and their families.

Bellevue University evaluates military training for college credit using the Joint Services Transcript (JST) and other services to ensure a smooth transfer process.

Absolutely. Many of our military students start their education while on active duty precisely because they qualify for the maximum TA benefits during active duty and will still be able to use Vet education benefits when they transition out. Our flexible online programs are designed to accommodate the demanding schedules of military service members.

Yes. The General Education Mobile (GEM) Program is an initiative between the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) and regionally accredited academic institutions like Bellevue University to provide Air and Space Force Professionals CCAF general education courses. The Air University Associate to Baccalaureate Cooperative Program (AU-ABC) is available to currently serving members in the regular Air and Space Force, Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard. Students work directly with Bellevue University as their AU-ABC school to complete enrollment and degree requirements.


Bellevue University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).

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