Your next mission starts at ASU
The Pat Tillman Veterans Center supports veterans, active-duty service members, reservists, National Guard members, military spouses and dependents across all ASU campuses and locations, including those enrolled in ASU Online. From applying and using benefits to building community and preparing for your career, the veterans center is with you every step of the way.
Why veterans choose ASU?
One of the nation’s largest military-connected student communities
At ASU, military-connected students join a community built around support, opportunity and connection. ASU is consistently recognized among the top universities for veterans and military-connected students, both online and on campus.
Students have access to:
Dedicated support
Dedicated military-connected student support.
Get support
Orientations and success programs
Veteran-specific orientation and success programs.
Find success programs
Flexible learning options
Flexible online and on-campus degree program options
Explore degree options
Career and leadership opportunities
Career and leadership development opportunities
Explore leadership opportunities
Financial support
Scholarship and financial support resources
Get financial support
Community and connections
Community events and peer connections.
Build connectionsSupport built for military-connected students
Start your ASU journey
How to get started
1
Apply to ASU
Choose the undergraduate, transfer, graduate or online application that matches your academic goals. Browse ASU degree programs to learn more about what programs are offered.
Have questions about your benefits before you apply?
Connect with John McGuire, coordinator senior for military and veteran recruitment, to learn more about applying to ASU, using military education benefits and navigating your next steps as a military-connected student.
2
Get your benefits started
If you are an active-duty service member, a veteran or a military dependent and have VA education benefits to use, visit the Veterans Affairs website to complete the VA application and locate your additional supporting documents.
If you have questions about the best benefits available, contact ASU's VetSuccess on Campus counselor:
Kiesha McGaugh
602-627-2845, ext. 22148
Tip: Submit your application and documents directly to the VA using one of these methods:
- Online at va.gov/education/how-to-apply (easy to do and fastest processing).
- Mail to Department of Veterans Affairs, PO Box 8888, Muskogee, OK 74402-8888.
- Ask VA portal. You may upload and submit a completed PDF version of an application.
3
Complete enrollment steps
Visit My ASU to review deposit, academic orientation, financial aid, housing and financial aid tasks.
4
Attend a welcome event
At PTVC welcome events, new on-campus and online military-connected students learn about benefits, campus resources and community opportunities before classes begin.
Frequently Asked Question
PTVC provides support for military education benefits, student success, career readiness, wellness and community engagement.
Yes. ASU Online offers flexible degree programs designed for students balancing military service, work and family responsibilities.
Yes. ASU works with GI Bill® benefits, Tuition Assistance, VR&E and other military education programs.
Yes. PTVC supports military spouses and dependents through resources, scholarships and student support services
Students can participate in PTVC events, welcome programs, leadership initiatives and community-building activities throughout the year.