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Military-Affiliated Students

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Build on the strength of your service

Whether you’re on active duty, serving in the Guard or Reserve, a military spouse or dependent, transitioning out of the military or continuing your education as a veteran, Iowa State offers flexible, fully online programs designed to fit military life. You’ll earn the same respected Iowa State degree as on-campus students—delivered intentionally for online learning and full-time working professionals.

Why military-affiliated students choose Iowa State:

  • 100% online, asynchronous coursework
  • Flexible scheduling designed to accommodate duty requirements
  • Faculty and staff experienced in supporting military-connected students
  • Career-focused programs aligned with civilian workforce needs

If you are currently serving or have served in the U.S. military, Iowa State University will review your military training and experience as part of the admissions process.

Visit the Admissions website for current details on transcripts and additional documents.

Military transcripts will be assessed for transfer credit based on the American Council on Education (ACE) recommendations outlined in the Guide to the Evaluation of Education Experiences in Armed Services.

Visit the Admissions website or the most up to date transfer credit information.

Visit the application portal and select the application that applies to you:

  • First-year: You’re not transferring in any credits and have never been enrolled at Iowa State University
  • Transfer: You have existing credits you’d like to be evaluated
  • International Undergraduate: For any non-US citizens looking for an undergraduate program
  • Graduate: If you’re pursuing a master’s or PhD program
  • Non-degree: For those looking to take classes outside an official academic program
  • Returning or re-entry: If you’ve been enrolled at Iowa State University previously

Helpful hint – follow the Application Instructions.

As an Iowa State University student, you have access to all the same support and resources as on-campus students. From access to the library to career services and tech support, we have the tools and people to keep you on track.

Many of our support service offices have vast knowledge about the unique needs and circumstances of veteran and military-affiliated students.

The Iowa State University Office of the Registrar is well-prepared to assist with tuition and fees questions, along with answering questions pertaining to veterans’ and military-affiliated education benefits. Please visit the Office of the Registrar for more information and contact details.

All Iowa State University students have access to OneApp, the university-wide scholarship portal, where you can evaluate eligibility criteria of thousands of scholarships across the university.

In addition, the Military Affiliated Students Center compiles a list of military-affiliated scholarships all in one place.

If you are considering loans or grants, the first step is to fill out the FAFSA.

This program was amazing because of the flexibility. Just trying to be a mom and wife and a military officer, I have to switch gears so often, and the program and all the faculty I worked with made it possible.

Brittany Whitehead – Family Financial Planning Master’s

Connect with the Military-Affiliated Student Center

Iowa State is committed to supporting veterans, active-duty service members, and military-affiliated students. From using your education benefits to navigating admissions, career planning, and personal support, dedicated resources from the Military-Affiliated Student Center are available to help you succeed.

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A flexible online experience, designed intentionally for you.

With Iowa State’s online programs, your career never has to wait. Gain the same high-quality education and industry-focused knowledge as on campus programs, guided by expert professors preparing you for your next.

Balancing military and academic life

Graduate student finishes ISU degree while on deployment in Middle East

From National Guard deployments overseas to hurricane response and even from a hospital bed, Whitehead kept her gaze firmly on her goal of completing her degree.

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Take the next step

Anything is possible at Iowa State University with innovative academic programs, hands-on research opportunities, and globally recognized scholars to support you every step of the way.