Dedicated Service Deserves Flexibility, Convenience, and Affordability
Wilmington University appreciates the dedication of our country's service members and strives to serve the unique educational needs of military students. Students can earn their degrees and certificates 100% online by taking advantage of convenient 7-week courses. Online courses offer students the opportunity to take classes from anywhere they can access the web.
Service Member Benefits
Explore how to utilize your service member benefits at Wilmington University such as Tuition Assistance or *GI Bill ®.
Affordable Tuition
Active duty military can take advantage of the University's undergraduate online military tuition rate designed to help make Tuition Assistance benefits stretch further.
Getting Started
Discover how to get started at Wilmington University as a military service member.
Connect with Military Affairs
James S. Webb
Director of Military Affairs
Phone: (302) 342-8669
Email: military@wilmu.edu
Military Transcripts and Credits
Wilmington University accepts credit for military training by the evaluation of transcripts from the Joint Services Transcripts and the Community College of the Air Force.
Get Credit for Your Military Experience
Wilmington University awards college credit for military training through Joint Services Transcripts and Community College of the Air Force. You can also earn credit through:
- Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES)
- Excelsior College Examinations (ECE)
- College Level Examination Program (CLEP)
- Advanced Placement (AP) Exams (score of 3 or higher)
- American Council on Education (ACE)
- DSST Exams
Transfer Up to 90 Credits Toward Your Degree
As a military student, you may be eligible to transfer up to 90 credits. Our Office of Transfer Services will evaluate your transcripts and training to help you get the most out of your previous experience.
To learn how you may be eligible, please review our transfer policy.
Recognized Support for Military Students
WilmU earned the Military Friendly® Schools Award Gold-Level designation for creating sustainable and meaningful education benefits for the military community.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). For more information on VA education benefits, visit the official U.S. government website
Resources
Tutoring
- For Veterans: VA Tutorial Assistance
- For U.S. Military & Their Families: No-Cost Tutoring from Tutor.com
Support
Tuition Assistance
Tuition Assistance may be available. Contact your Education Office for current information on the TA program and to get started.
National Testing Center at our WilmU DAFB location
Sponsored by Wilmington University, the National Testing Center administers electronic testing for the College-Level Exam Program (CLEP) and Prometric's DSST Examination Program (formerly known as DANTES Subject Standardized Tests). Most exams provide the score reports immediately after you complete your exam. All CLEP and DSST test titles are available. NTC testing services are available to those with current base access. This includes active-duty service members, military retirees, spouses, and civilian employees of the military.
Wilmington University is affiliated with...
Air University (AU)
Through the AU-ABC program, Wilmington University partners with Air University to help Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) graduates seamlessly transfer their credits toward a bachelor's degree. This allows Airmen and Guardians to earn an accredited degree faster, with less duplication of coursework - saving both time and tuition.
American Council on Education (ACE)
WilmU accepts up to 45 credits recommended by ACE, turning your military training and experience into academic progress. This helps you save time and money on your degree while maximizing the credit already earned from your service.
Concurrent Admissions Program (ConAP)
As a ConAP partner, WilmU connects future soldiers with college resources at the time of enlistment. This early relationship supports a smooth transition to postsecondary education and ensures you’re ready to make the most of your GI Bill benefits.
Delaware National Guard (DNG)
Delaware National Guard service members receive additional tuition discounts, that, when combined with military education benefits, can make your education even more affordable. Email military@wilmu.edu for details.
Dover Air Force Base (Dover AFB)
WilmU maintains a dedicated office on Dover AFB with advisors available to assist service members with admissions, registration and transfer credit evaluations. As a National Testing Center, WilmU also offers CLEP and DSST exams onsite, allowing you to earn up to 75 credits toward your degree based on what you already know.
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