Veterans & Military
We Proudly Serve Those Who Have Served
Welcome veteran and military students! As a military-friendly institution, Marian deeply values your sacrifices and experiences. You’ll find a supportive community here, with veterans and active military members among our students, faculty, and staff —including our President, Aaron Sadoff, a proud veteran of the U.S. Army, himself. At Marian, we are committed to helping you succeed academically, professionally, and personally as you move forward on your educational adventure.
Leaders Who've Served
I’m honored to have served in the military, and even more inspired to lead Marian University Wisconsin—a university that truly champions and empowers our military students as they pursue their education and future success.”
Marian University President Aaron Sadoff served in the United States Army as a Calvary Scout in Iraq during Desert Storm.
Maximize Your Military Benefits
Marian University participates in the following benefits:
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.
- The Post-9/11 GI Bill® (chapter 33)
- Yellow Ribbon Program (chapter 33)
By participating in the Yellow Ribbon Program, tuition at Marian University will be fully funded.
- Montgomery GI Bill Active Duty® (MGIB-AD, chapter 30)
- Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E, chapter 31)
- Survivors & Dependents Educational Assistance Program (DEA, chapter 35)
- Montgomery GI Bill-Selected Reserve® (MGIB-SR, chapter 1606)
Military Tuition Assistance
Whether you’re serving in the Army, Navy, Air Force, or beyond, Tuition Assistance (TA) is more than a benefit—it’s an investment in your future. Designed to support your goals beyond the uniform, TA helps active-duty service members pursue college degrees, certifications, and technical training on their own time, with financial support that makes higher education more accessible. From building careers to chasing lifelong dreams, TA empowers you to grow personally and professionally—because your dedication to service deserves every opportunity to thrive. TA varies by branch of the military. Learn more.
Leaders Who've Served
I love the smile when they come in my office and see that I am a veteran too. It is like they feel safe with me and know I will take great care of them!”
Debra Barrett, Associate Registrar & Veteran Certifying Official at Marian University United States Air Force Veteran
Contact Debra in Marian’s Office of the Registrar
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Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC)
Marian University is a member of the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Consortium. SOC, established in 1972, consists of national higher education associations and approximately 1,900 institutional members. SOC Consortium institutional members subscribe to principles and criteria to ensure that quality academic programs are available to military students including those on active duty, Coast Guard personnel, reservists, members of the National Guard, family members, civilian employees of the Department of Defense, and veterans of all Services. As a SOC Consortium member, this institution ensures Servicemembers and their family members share in appropriately accredited postsecondary education opportunities available to other citizens. Flexibility of programs and procedures, particularly in admissions, counseling credit transfer, course articulations, recognition of non-traditional learning experiences, scheduling, course format, and residency requirements, are provided to enhance access of military students and their family members to higher education programs. Marian University is proud to provide veterans and active-duty military members with the necessary resources and support to assist with meeting their educational goals.
If requested, Marian University is required to provide the Department of Veterans Affairs with copies of grades and academic records to support certifications or to show failure to meet progress requirements without seeking prior approval of the individual veteran.
Credit Hour Certification Rules For Veterans & Military Students
Licensure Programs may be approved for veterans benefits if and only if they are listed in the WEAMs site.
- Undergraduate - Traditional
- Graduate Programs
- Doctoral
| Time | Credits |
|---|---|
| Full | 12+ |
| 3/4 | 9-11 |
| 1/2 | 6-8 |
| Less than 1/2 | 4-5 |
| 1/4 | 1-3 |
| Time | Credits |
|---|---|
| Full | 9+ |
| 3/4 | 6-8 |
| 1/2 | 3-5 |
| Less 1/2 | 2 |
| 1/4 | 1 |
| Time | Credits |
|---|---|
| Full | 6+ |
| 3/4 | N/A |
| 1/2 | 3-5 |
Withdrawal and Refund Policy
Thinking about adjusting your schedule? Make it official by submitting the Course Drop form to the Registrar—it’s the best way to stay on track with your grades, financial aid, and goals.
Accreditation and Credentialing
Marian University has proudly held accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission since 1960. Our commitment to quality is recognized at every level.
Post-Graduation Job Opportunities
From building standout resumes to landing internships and interviews, Marian’s Career and Professional Development is here to help you explore, prepare, and thrive in your career journey.
Recruiting, Marketing, and Advertising
We are committed to ethical, student-first recruitment—free from pressure, incentives, or shady tactics. For our Service members and all students, integrity always comes first.
Department of Defense Memorandum of Understanding (DoD MOU)
Marian University is pleased to hold a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Defense (DoD),
which allows our institution the opportunity to further our commitment to excellence in educating military students.
