National University Veteran and Military Community Center
Cecilia M., Class of 2012, Military Servicemember
Supporting Military, Veterans, and Their Families
As a Veteran-founded Military Friendly® School, National University is committed to educating military-affiliated students.
Through our dedicated Veteran and Military Community Center, we can help you:
- Earn a degree while serving in the military
- Support your transition from military to civilian life
- Find ways to maximize your tuition benefits
- Assist with your job search
- Help you make connections with our Active duty, Veteran, Reserve, Military Spouses, and the dependent student community.
Through Whole Human Education™, our holistic approach to your success and well-being, we can provide the academic, financial, career, family, and emotional support you need to excel professionally, personally, and academically. Whether you’re transitioning out of the military or looking to advance your education while serving, we are ready to help you maximize your tuition benefits and achieve the education you deserve.
The Veteran and Military Community Center is also a comfortable space where military-affiliated family members can find answers to questions by a caring and responsive team member. The Veteran and Military Community Center can assist military and Veteran families by offering guidance, information about on and off-campus resources, emotional support, and peer support. We work as liaisons between the students and the different departments within the University. We are not advisors, but we can also help provide information about how to maximize benefits.
“Finding a program that supports this lifestyle is the most important thing you can do to prepare for taking the next step.”
Tania Bogart, Military Spouse
Class of 2022
“Chase after your goals and dreams no matter what. If your goal is to obtain higher education, then face it head on — and when faced with adversity, push harder. Visualize yourself at the destination and enjoy the journey.”
Gustavo M. Class of 2023
Military Veteran
NU Veteran and Military Community Center Services
Whether you’re at home, on-base, or abroad, the NU Veteran and Military Community Center can provide military-affiliate students with support that goes beyond academics. Our dedicated staff can help you find resources to maximize funding for your education by assisting you with your VA education benefits, scholarships, reduced tuition rates, and more.
Veteran Center Page
National University is honored to receive the Veteran and Spouse Transitional Assistance Grant Program (VSTAGP) from the Department of Veterans Affairs, reinforcing our commitment to supporting veterans, military spouses, and caregivers as they transition into high-demand civilian careers. Through the NU Veteran and Military Community Center, participants gain access to specialized career services, wellness resources, and educational support, ensuring long-term career and life success. With $1 million in funding and strategic partnerships with organizations like Hiring Our Heroes and the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, NU connects participants to job placement support, industry-relevant training, and a strong military-connected community. Start your next mission with us — connect with The Center today.
Student Food Pantry
For students in need of food or other concerns related to basic needs. The student Food Pantry will have non-perishable food items available for students. Fresh produce will be available twice a month. *Diapers, wipes and toiletries are also available upon request. Students who are interested in getting food or volunteering can contact veterancenter@nu.edu.
Student Veteran Organization (SVO)
At National University’s Student Veteran Organization, students can take advantage of a variety of resources, including monthly meetings, discussions, networking, community, and support for academic success. Students who are interested can contact veterancenter@nu.edu.
SALUTE
Formed in 2009, SALUTE is the first national academic honor society established for student veterans and active military, in 2- and 4-year institutions of higher education. SALUTE is designed to encourage undergraduate student Veterans to strive to improve their GPAs and advance to higher tier levels and scholarship brackets in the honor society during their academic careers. To apply contact veterancenter@nu.edu.
Veterans Victory Scholarship
The Veteran and Military Community Center is pleased to offer the Veterans’ Victory Scholarship to qualified applicants. The scholarship offers up to $5,000 based on academic or community achievement and financial need. This scholarship is not intended to replace federal and state financial aid, employer tuition assistance, or student income and will only be used to help fund up to the last two to four courses in a student’s academic degree program, helping “bridge the gap” to degree completion. Interested student applicants should contact the Veteran and Military Community Center.
NU Veteran and Military Community Center at Spectrum Campus
In San Diego, the Veteran and Military Community Center at Spectrum Campus offers additional services, including networking opportunities, peer mentoring, and career resources. We are available to answer any questions, provide resources or offer a coffee or snack on the go.
Our Spectrum location staff is available for walk-ins and appointments.
858-541-7780
veterancenter@nu.edu
Hours of Operation: Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm
Friday – by appointment only.
Visit our Virtual Veteran Center
Learn about military and Veteran events and opportunities, get NU news and announcements, and create lifelong connections with other military students and staff, who will encourage you from your first class to graduation and beyond.
Every military-affiliated student at NU has access to our online community via Brightspace. Please login at https://www.nu.edu/login/ . If you have trouble finding the link, email us at veterancenter@nu.edu for more information.