VETERANS & MILITARY Build on the skills you’ve developed during your time in the military with career-focused education offered through the University of Denver’s University College. We currently serve more than 40% of all veteran students at the University of Denver and 44% of the active military student population. More than 10% of University College students are veterans or active military — the most of any college at the University of Denver! Take courses entirely online or evenings on campus through University College.
CAREER-FOCUSED PROGRAMS Hone your talent and advance your career with hands-on skills that can be applied immediately on the job. You can earn a master’s degree in 18 months entirely online or evenings on campus, or learn a new skillset with a graduate certificate completed in less than a year. Popular programs include: -Leadership and Organizations -Security Management -Information and Communications Technology -Global Affairs -Healthcare Leadership -Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
FAST FACTS
#53 Best Colleges for Veterans, U.S. News & World Report 10% of University College Students are Veterans or Active Military 11:1 Student/Faculty Ratio Yellow Ribbon: $5,000 Match for Eligible Post-9/11 GI Bill 100% Online or Evenings on Campus
FUNDING
The University of Denver’s degree programs are approved by the Colorado State Approving Agency. A veteran planning to enroll in University College should first determine benefit entitlement and eligibility by calling 1-888-GIBILL1. To apply for benefits, apply online at www.gibill.va.gov and choose from the following forms: 22-1990 if you have served in the military and are applying for education benefits for the first time. 22-1995 veterans changing schools. 22-5490 if you are a dependent of a deceased or 100% disabled veteran (spouse or child) applying for education benefits for the first time. 22-5495 dependents changing schools.
RESOURCES & SCHOLARSHIPS University College Student Support Center 303-871-2291 or ucolsupport@du.edu Damon Vine Veterans Services Coordinator 303-871-2074 or damon.vine@du.edu Michelle Hanson Coordinator of Military Programs 303-871-4878 or michelle.hanson@du.edu www.du.edu/veterans VA Eastern Colorado Healthcare System www.denver.va.gov VA Home Loans www.homeloans.va.gov Denver Vet Center www.va.gov/rcs
Mental Health/Advocates www.ulifeline.org Military One Source www.militaryonesource.com Denver VSO www.denvergov.org/veterans Colorado Dept. Veterans Affairs www.colorado.gov/vets Colorado Veterans Resources www.colorado.gov/cvr Debt Help for Veterans www.debt.org/veterans/ North American Van Lines Logistic Scholarship www.northamerican.com/military-scholarship
Connect with an Enrollment Manager ucolsupport@du.edu | 303-871-2291 universitycollege.du.edu