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Veteran Students

Advance Your Future with Simpson University

Undergraduate & Degree Completion | GI Bill® Accepted | Redding, CA


CONNECT WITH A VETERANS ADVISOR

Why Simpson is a Great Fit for Veterans

Simpson University proudly supports veterans and military-connected students, offering personalized assistance, a strong sense of community both on and off campus, and a Christ-centered education designed to help you grow in faith, knowledge, and purpose.

Flexible Programs
Undergraduate & degree completion

Prior Learning Credit
Credit for military service

GI Bill & Yellow Ribbon
Little or no out-of-pocket cost

Veteran Support
Resource Center and guidance

Veteran-Friendly Community
Redding welcomes you


How it Works

Connect with a Veteran Advisor
Transfer Credits
Start Your Degree

VA Education Benefits

GI Bill® Cost Breakdown

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 Web site at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.


“I definitely am thankful for the education that I got because it helped me transition from that military lifestyle to a better career where I can provide for my family without having to worry.”

Ruvi Passmore

Nursing – Class of 2023


Veterans Allies

What is a SU Veteran Ally, you ask? It is a person, business, or organization that believes in what the Simpson University Veteran Success Center is doing in the education and transition of veterans out of military service and back into the workforce. Our Veteran Allies are the network of support that continues to grow the VSC and our Veteran Education programs.

Founders – One-time gifts of $1,000 or greater will receive a plaque and special recognition on the VSC site.

Sustainers – Commitment to give $50+ per month for one year will receive certificates of partnership and their names on the VSC site.

Supporters – Businesses and persons with one-time financial contributes or offering supportive services to the VSC.


BECOME A VETERAN ALLY


Veteran Success Center

The Veteran Success Center is dedicated to accommodating service members, veterans, and their dependents as they seek out education options at Simpson University. We will be your direct contact to ensure you’re aware of all of your educational options, and will provide you with all of the steps required for completing your academic goals.

The VSC is the largest student veteran center in California’s North State area. It is a community space on campus where student veterans can engage with each other while having access to complimentary resources.

Our services to you include program information, benefit education, application guidance, student care, wellness and advocacy on and off campus. Stop by the Veteran Success Center so we can help guide you through a successful educational experience and degree completion.

SUPPORT THE VETERAN SUCCESS CENTER

MEET THE STAFF

Andrew Tuggle

Director of Veteran Success Center

atuggle@simpsonu.edu

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