Military Student FAQ
If you don't ask the questions, you'll never know the answers!
If you are a member of our military considering the benefits of enrolling at American InterContinental University, questions may arise that are specific to the requirements for you to pursue a real-world education while you serve your country.
A few of the most common questions posed by military students appear on this page. If you do not find the answers to any questions you may have about AIU, we invite you to contact us for additional information.
Military FAQ
Does AIU offer any grants or scholarships to military students?
Yes.
AIU has established a 15% grant for active, inactive, and civilian military personnel, discharged** veterans and their immediate families* with the opportunity to attend a degree program of study at AIU. To be eligible for the Freedom Grant and waived application fee, a candidate must be accepted for admission to the University and allow for verification of their military/civilian military employee status (or for family members, the relationship to the enrolled student) and complete the Freedom Grant Attestation form.
The conditions are as follows:
- The Freedom Grant is used exclusively toward program charges.
- The grant is awarded proportionately over each session in the
program.
- Qualifying students are active, inactive, and civilian military personnel, discharged veterans
and their immediate families.
NOTE: These grants are non-transferable and nonsubstitutable. Interested students should contact the AIU Admissions or AIU Financial Aid Departments for additional application information.
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Immediate family members: Spouse (life partner) or dependent children only. Siblings, cousins, etc. are not considered an immediate family member.
**Discharged veterans must have a discharge other than dishonorable.
Does AIU participate in military tuition assistance programs?
Yes. AIU participates in the Montgomery G.I. Bill program and accepts many federal and private aid programs. AIU Financial Aid Advisors can assist you in obtaining all the benefits available to you.
Veterans who are unsure of their eligibility should contact the Veterans Administration. Eligible students must maintain satisfactory academic progress in which they enroll to continue receiving VA benefits.
If I am deployed or transferred, will I be able to continue my education later?
Certainly. AIU understands that military personnel are frequently deployed and transferred. If you are unsure or know that you will not be able to continue your coursework for the length of your deployment or while enroute to your new assignment, just contact your Student Advisor for further guidance and support.