William Woods University is dedicated to continuing our long-standing partnership with military and veteran service members throughout the world. We are honored to be marked as a Military Friendly school for affordability, flexibility and meaningful educational opportunities for military service members, Veterans and their family members.
Military service members and Veterans bring exceptional talent and extraordinary experience to the William Woods campus.
“The transition from military to civilian life was hard. At first I went to a larger school, but I didn’t feel comfortable there. Then I came to William Woods. It was peaceful and I could actually think here. People accept and respect me and what I’ve been through.”
— Shannon Graziano, Marine Corps Veteran, Physical Education major
“Everyone at William Woods is very friendly. There’s a camaraderie here that is the closest thing I have to the military. The professors are considerate and flexible, willing to work around my schedule.”
— Daniel Lantz, Army National Guard, Criminal Justice major
According to U.S. News and World Report , cost, support services, career services and flexibility are among the most important factors in decision making on a school for veterans — all outstanding components to the William Woods University experience. William Woods’ online and part-time study options, as well as the ability to start and stop as needed provides the flexibility you need to finish your degree as your schedule allows.
Our staff is dedicated to Veteran and military service member support. Please do not hesitate to give us a call as our admissions counselors are happy to answer any questions you may have, walk you through the admissions process, or make sure you’re receiving the benefits you’re entitled to.
We are proud to participate in the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ Yellow Ribbon Educational Program, which is designed to help military students avoid out-of-pocket tuition and fees that may exceed Post 9/11 GI Bill® education benefits. These benefits typically help only on-campus students. Please talk to an admissions counselor for more information, and for the benefits that will meet your needs.
All other William Woods University scholarships for traditional full-time students are also available to military service members, Veterans and their family members. This includes the one-of-a-kind LEAD program that awards $2,000 to on-campus students for involvement in specific LEAD events ($1,000 for commuter students), plus one free online summer course per year to assist in academic progression.
If you have not applied for benefits, you can do so through www.va.gov. You may use this service if you are a U.S. military veteran, a service member on active duty, a member of the Selected Reserve, a spouse/dependent of a “service connected” disabled or deceased veteran, or a family member that has been approved to receive transferred benefits.
Please note that the VONAPP website is no longer available. If you have previously submitted an application through VONAPP, they will still process your request and contact you if any further steps are needed.
Military/Veteran students enroll through the same process as other students.
William Woods understand the challenges of military life.
Frequent moves, deployments, and transitions can make it hard for military families to focus on the challenges of their own schooling. Let us help you through the process.
Benefits for Dependents of Veterans
There are several education benefits available to dependents of veterans as well as surviving family members of deceased veterans. Ranging from scholarships to grants and aid, these benefits are often overlooked. Many of our programs are offered on campus or online, so if you have to move, you will be able to continue your education.
Benefits for Military Spouses
William Woods supports military spouses who enroll in a program with us by offering a WWU book scholarship to offset the cost of textbooks. This award is renewable if a spouse remains continuously enrolled. Requires verification of marriage to an active service member.
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