Military and Veteran Students
Earning an online degree is a significant investment in your future, and we're here to help you navigate each step with confidence.
Earn Your Degree Wherever Military Life Takes You
Whether you’re serving on active duty, in the National Guard or Reserve, transitioning to civilian careers, or using military education benefits as a spouse or dependent, WVU offers flexible online degree programs designed to fit your life - not the other way around.
From your first conversation with an enrollment specialist through graduation, you’ll have access to dedicated support, affordable tuition options, and the resources you need to succeed as an online student.
Navigating Programs as a Military-Connected Student
Find the Right Program
WVU offers fully online undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, and certificates across a wide range of disciplines.
Choose a program that aligns with your professional goals while providing you with the flexibility to balance military service, work, and family responsibilities.
Understand Your Tuition and Benefits
Military-connected students have access to a variety of education benefits that can help reduce the cost of earning a degree.
Depending on your eligibility, you may be able to use:
- Federal Tuition Assistance (TA)
- Post-9/11 GI Bill®
- Montgomery GI Bill®
- Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E)
- National Guard or Reserve education benefits
- Military spouse or dependent education benefits
- Employer tuition assistance
WVU also offers reduced tuition for eligible military-connected students enrolled in qualifying online programs.
Rather than navigating these options alone, our team will help connect you with the appropriate university experts to understand your eligibility and complete the certification process.
Apply and Enroll
Applying to WVU is straightforward, and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.
To begin, you’ll need to:
Submit your application
WVU will waive application fees for military-connected students with verification – contact the Center for Veteran, Military and Family Programs for a waiver code.
Send official college transcripts and, when applicable, military transcripts.
Work with the Center for Veteran, Military and Family Programs to certify your education benefits.
Meet with your academic advisor and register for classes.
Begin your online learning experience.
Throughout the process, our enrollment team is available to answer questions and help you stay on track.
Learn Wherever You're Stationed
Military life doesn’t always follow a predictable schedule. Online learning should.
Many WVU Online courses are designed to provide flexibility while maintaining consistent academic expectations. You’ll be able to complete coursework from wherever you have an internet connection.
Our online students learn from across the country and around the world.
Resources and Support
Success is about more than enrolling in classes. It's about having the right support when you need it. These services are available regardless of where you're stationed or where you call home. As an online student at WVU, you'll have access to:
- Enrollment specialists to guide you through the admissions process
- Academic advising
- Financial aid assistance
- Veterans benefit certification through the Center for Veteran, Military and Family Programs
- Virtual tutoring
- Writing support
- Online library resources
- Accessibility services
- Technical support
- Career development resources
- WVU Online Student Resources Section
Frequently Asked Questions
Military-connected students often have many of the same questions before enrolling. Here are the ones we hear the most, along with the answers you need to know.
Will I need to come to campus?
Most of WVU’s fully online programs can be completed without traveling to campus. Program-specific requirements will be outlined on the program page and during the admissions process.
Can I attend part time?
Yes, in most programs. Many military-connected students choose to take one or two courses at a time while balancing professional and personal commitments. Be sure to work with the advisor of your program to chart out your degree completion plan once you’re admitted.
Can I transfer military training?
Military transcripts and prior college coursework are evaluated for transfer credit according to university and program requirements. Some programs may award credit based on military education and experience.
What if I receive military orders during the semester?
If changes in military obligations during a term affect your coursework, university staff will connect you with the appropriate offices to discuss available options and next steps.
Who can help me with my education benefits?
The Center for Veteran, Military and Family Programs serves as the university’s primary resource for military education benefits and certification, while WVU Online can help guide you through the admissions process and connect you with the right resources.