Military & Veterans

At UNC Pembroke, military-affiliated students are more than welcome — they’re an essential part of BraveNation. Recognized as the #2 Military Friendly® School in the nation among small public universities and #4 for military spouses, UNCP is known for its commitment to veterans, active-duty service members and their families. From flexible course scheduling to personalized transition support, our Office of Academic and Military Outreach will ensure your academic success.

From application through graduation, military-affiliated students can benefit from resources like VA education benefits, tuition assistance and application fee waivers. Beyond academics, UNCP encourages engagement through organizations such as the Student Veterans of America chapter and the SALUTE Veterans National Honor Society, offering avenues for leadership, networking and camaraderie.

Whether you're active duty, a veteran or a family member, UNCP is committed to supporting your educational journey and helping you become an integral part of our BraveNation community.

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Turn Your Service into Academic Credit

We value of your service and training. The UNC Military Equivalency System helps you see how your military experience — documented on your Joint Services Transcript (JST) — may translate into academic credit across the 16 UNC System universities, including UNCP. Before you apply, use this tool to explore course equivalencies and see how your prior learning aligns with college credit.

Explore Service Credit

Military Spouse Tuition Assistance

Military spouses may be eligible for up to $4,000 in tuition assistance through the My Career Advancement Account (MyCAA) Scholarship Program. UNCP offers fully online, career-focused training programs through our partnership with ed2go — designed to help you earn a certificate, license or associate degree in high-demand, portable career fields. Our expert-led courses are flexible, supportive and built for your success.

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UNCP at Fort Bragg

UNC Pembroke proudly offers a convenient location at the Bragg Training and Education Center — designed to serve soldiers, families and civilians stationed at Fort Bragg and Pope Army Airfield. Whether you're pursuing your first degree or advancing your career, UNCP delivers high-quality, affordable programs built for your schedule.

4520 Knox St BLDG 1-3571, B-Wing, Room 104 Fort Bragg, NC 28307

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Green to Gold Program

The Green to Gold program provides eligible Army enlisted soldiers an opportunity to complete their first Baccalaureate or Master’s degree. Upon earning a degree, the soldier is commissioned as an officer in the US Army.

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Application Fee Waiver

At UNC Pembroke, we’re proud to support those who serve. Active-duty service members, veterans, reservists and National Guard members are eligible for an application fee waiver when applying to our undergraduate or graduate programs.

To receive your waiver, simply submit your LES or DD-214 to the appropriate admissions office. It’s our way of saying thank you —and making your next mission even more accessible.

Learn more about the application process for military and military connected families.

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At UNC Pembroke, all undergraduate students benefit from the NC Promise tuition plan — including first-year students, transfer students, returning Braves, online learners and military and military-affiliated students.

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N.C. Promise Makes College Affordable

$500

per semester in-state

$2,500

per semester out-of-state

Learn More Military Financial Aid

Whether you’re stationed at Fort Bragg, taking classes online or on campus, our Academic and Military Outreach team is here to make sure your military benefits work as hard as you do 

VA Benefits & Financial Aid

As a top-ranked military school, we're committed to helping you maximize your benefits. For years, UNCP has proudly served military-affiliated learners through flexible degree options on our main campus, at Fort Bragg, fully online and at partner locations across the region. Wherever you begin, we’re committed to helping you finish strong.

Understand Your Benefits

Learn more about making the most of your GI and VA benefits at UNC Pembroke. And make sure to complete the FAFSA to take advantage of all the aid possible.

*GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website.

Military-Specific Aid Using Military Tuition Assistance Request VA Benefit Payment

Receive In-State Tuition

An in-state tuition waiver is available for non-resident active-duty service members assigned to a duty station in North Carolina. Non-resident veterans, eligible spouses or dependents utilizing Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) education benefits are eligible for in-state tuition consideration if they have been awarded and use VA educational benefits at UNCP. You must be using VA education benefits to qualify for the waiver.

Residency Determination Service

Certify Your Enrollment with Ease

UNCP military-affiliated students using VA Education benefits are required to complete an Enrollment Certification Request AFTER registering for classes each semester to receive benefit payments. Failure to submit the form may delay the processing and receipt of benefit payments.

Enrollment Certification Request Form

Learn In-Person & Online

Use your VA benefits to enroll in undergraduate and graduate programs. You can take classes online or earn your degree in person.

Undergraduate Academics Graduate Academics Online or Short-Term Programs

Financial Aid for Military & Veterans

Understand Your Benefits

Military-Specific Aid Using Military Tuition Assistance Request VA Benefit Payment

In-State Residency

Receive In-State Tuition

Residency Determination Service

Online Enrollment Certification

Certify Your Enrollment with Ease

Enrollment Certification Request Form

Programs for Military & Veterans

Learn In-Person & Online

Use your VA benefits to enroll in undergraduate and graduate programs. You can take classes online or earn your degree in person.

Undergraduate Academics Graduate Academics Online or Short-Term Programs

I’ve been a student at three different colleges while in the military, and I would rank my experience at Pembroke above all. I’m glad I chose to come here.

Brian Kruse

Class of 2024

Jun 4

From Cadet to Commander: Col. Chad Mixon Inspires the Next Generation

As garrison commander of Fort Bragg – the largest military installation in the world - Col. Chad Mixon oversees operations that impact more than 264,000 people. But this spring, his mission brought him home to UNC Pembroke, where his journey as a leader began.