Military

Take Control of Your Future: Arm Yourself With New Skills for a Brighter Career!

Whether you're based on foreign soil, stationed somewhere closer to home or are a veteran of the U.S. Military, Villanova University salutes your service and strives to help prepare you for success in the armed services or private sector. Villanova's unique programs offer the flexibility to study online anytime, anywhere and still meet your military service obligations. Families of military personnel will find online learning equally rewarding.

Advance Your Military Career and Prepare for Civilian Success

Villanova University allows you to further your education while continuing to serve your country. Since no classroom attendance is ever required, your studies never have to interfere with your duty schedule. Villanova's professional development certificates make it possible for you to acquire valuable skill sets and credentials that will serve you well, whether you choose to stay in the armed services or transition to the private sector.

Choose From the Most In-Demand Certificate Programs

Villanova brings you the widest variety of online programs in today's most popular disciplines. Click the following links for detailed program descriptions. For special military pricing and clock hours,
click here.

Student Perspectives

Marine Gy Sgt. Andrew V. Lucky“My goals were to complete all courses in Project Management to become certified. I want to teach and mentor other Marines and also hopefully use this knowledge and certification to obtain a great job after my military service. You have to stay focused and motivated on your goals and future endeavors.”
— Marine Gy Sgt. Andrew V. Lucky, who has been taking courses online while serving in Bagram, Afghanistan, as Administrative Chief of Marine Central Coordination Element — Afghanistan

Ideal for Military Personnel — at Great Savings!

Servicemembers benefit from many advantages of online learning:

  • Military Pricing — Exclusive tuition rates are available for eligible military personnel and their families.
  • Uninterrupted Study — Never again will a military assignment or transfer force you to halt your studies or career advancement.
  • Study Anytime — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, anywhere in the world!
  • Exit and Re-enter the Program — Military personnel with Temporary Duty Assignments may exit and re-enter their certificate programs with no penalties!
  • Military Education Benefits — Use VA and Montgomery GI Bill benefits!

For more information, please call our military servicemembers information line at 800-983-6484.

Save 15% on Your Tuition

Military servicemembers save 15% per course thanks to Villanova University's exclusive military tuition rate. Plus, all of Villanova's online certificate programs qualify for Military Tuition Assistance — which means you can use your military benefits to pay for your education! For more information, please call our military servicemembers information line at 800-983-6484. Those who are eligible for the savings include:

  • Active military
  • Veterans
  • Reservists
  • Spouses and dependents

Military Education Benefits

You may be eligible for military Tuition Assistance programs or for VA/GI benefits and/or Vocational Rehab benefits. All Villanova programs are approved for veterans benefits. Please check with your education department or VA office for current eligibility and processing requirements.

Military Affiliations

Council of Colleges and Military Educators (CCME)
National Guard Association Corporate Associate Member
Strategic Partnership with Defense Acquisition University

Prepare for Industry Certification

Wherever your career takes you, industry certification is a key way to expand your skills, earn more money and enhance your professional stature. Click here to see how Villanova's certificate programs can pave the way.