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Military and Veterans

Apply to APU

When you’re ready to apply, select the appropriate checklist below to view the steps for completing your APU application. Move closer to your goals with a degree from Azusa Pacific University. Ranked among the Best Colleges for Veterans, by College Factual, APU is in the top 15 percent of veteran-friendly colleges in the nation. Additionally, the university is recognized in several subject-specific categories for veteran students, including education, subject specific education, health professions, nursing, psychology, and theology.
  • Submit your Undergraduate APU application.
    There is no cost to apply. APU waives the application fee for military-connected students.
  • Send official transcripts from previous college or university experience to:

    Office of Undergraduate Admissions

    PO Box 7000
    Azusa, CA 91702-7000

    Your application is not complete until all transcripts have been received.
  • Order official military transcripts using the appropriate link:
  • Send your official military transcripts to the above address.
  • Apply for financial aid by completing your FAFSA.
  • Apply for VA benefits and complete your Certificate of Eligibility (COE). If you are a veteran, email your DD214 and COE to the Office of Military and Veteran Education Benefits at mveb@apu.edu.
  • Take academic placement tests
  • Complete APU’s MVEB Application Packet.
  • Submit your Graduate/Professional APU application.
    There is no cost to apply. APU waives the application fee for military-connected students.
  • Send official transcripts from previous college or university experience to:

    Graduate and Professional Admissions

    PO Box 7000
    Azusa, CA 91702-7000

    Your application is not complete until all transcripts have been received.
  • Order official military transcripts only if you are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in a professional program. Use the appropriate link:
  • Send your official military transcripts to the above address.
  • Apply for financial aid by completing your FAFSA.
  • Apply for VA benefits and complete your Certificate of Eligibility (COE). If you are a veteran, email your DD214 and COE to the Office of Military and Veteran Education Benefits at mveb@apu.edu.
  • Complete APU’s MVEB Application Packet.
student Ulysses sitting and looking forward at apu campus.

After two deployments with the U.S. Marine Corps where he witnessed violent and traumatic events, Ulyses Lopez ’19, MDiv ’23, returned home, knowing he would need to find a place of healing while transitioning back to civilian life. Ulysses found that place at APU. Through his work with the Office of Military and Veteran Services, the impact of a loving community, and the guidance of mentors, he found his voice and experienced restoration.

Military Education

Visit Campus

One of the best ways to experience Azusa Pacific is by visiting campus. We encourage you to schedule a visit to get a glimpse of life at APU. To schedule your campus tour with a veteran student employee, email mvs@apu.edu.

Military-Connected Student Orientation

For newly admitted students, our military-connected student orientation aims to ensure you will have a smooth transition into APU. Orientation is held in both the fall and the spring. Contact Military and Veteran Services at (626) 815-4603 for more information.

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