For over 60 years, the OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies has empowered military-affiliated students around the globe to achieve their educational goals. As a recognized leader in flexible and innovative learning, we offer high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs online and on-site, providing service members, veterans, and their dependents with the support, accessibility, and excellence they need to succeed.
The OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies at the University of Oklahoma has been a leader in nontraditional education for more than 60 years, delivering flexible, high-quality academic programs designed to meet the needs of military-affiliated students worldwide. As a nonprofit college, we are committed to supporting service members, veterans, and their families by providing accessible educational opportunities that meet the unique demands of military life.
With extensive experience serving students stationed across the United States and around the world, we understand the challenges of balancing education with military service, deployments, relocations, and family responsibilities. Through flexible learning options, dedicated military student support, and expertise in military and VA education benefits, we help military-connected learners achieve their academic and professional goals wherever their service takes them.
Whether serving at home or overseas, military students can count on OU to provide a respected education and a strong support network throughout their educational journey.
Find what you need fast. Use the links below for quick access to applications, forms, policies, FAQ's and support resources.
Veteran Student Services:
Visit our prospective veteran students and dependents page for details on applying to OU and the campus resources available to you.
Phone: (405) 325-4308
Fax: (405) 325-3639
Email: veterans@ou.edu
Military billing and veteran financial questions at the University of Oklahoma (OU) are handled through the Bursar's Office in Buchanan Hall, Room 208.
Email: va-militarybilling@ou.edu
Phone: 405-325-9000
Service members should contact their respective Education Service Office for guidance in following the correct procedures for enrollment in an OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies program.
Tuition Assistance
Air Force Tuition Assistance - Active duty service members may request Tuition Assistance by contacting their Base Education Office to request Tuition Assistance forms.
The G.I. Bill® - Students who are eligible for the G.I. Bill® and plan on using the education benefits should follow the Department of Veterans Affairs guidelines.
Transfer Credit
Enlisted members may qualify for undergraduate transfer credit for military training and will need to provide official transcripts from the Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) to determine undergraduate credit eligibility.
A comprehensive list of courses eligible for transfer credit is available by visiting the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide and searching for specific courses.
Service members should contact their respective Education Service Office for guidance in the new Army IgnitED system.
For help enrolling in courses through the OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies program, please contact your Academic Advisor, Steph Pitchford, at steph@ou.edu.
Tuition Assistance
Army Tuition Assistance - Active-duty service members may request Tuition Assistance at armyignited.com or by contacting their respective Army Education Counselor.
The G.I. Bill® - Students who are eligible for the G.I. Bill® and plan on using the education benefits should follow the Department of Veterans Affairs guidelines.
Transfer Credit
Enlisted members may qualify for undergraduate transfer credit for military training and will need to provide an official Joint Services Transcript* to determine undergraduate credit eligibility.
A comprehensive list of courses eligible for transfer credit is available in the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide, which can be searched by course title.
*Note: Previously Army/American Council on Education Registry Transcript System (AARTS)
Service members should contact their respective Education Service Office for guidance in following the correct procedures for application and enrollment in an OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies program.
The College of Professional and Continuing Studies has programs designed to meet the needs of mobile Coast Guard members and their families. The college provides students the opportunity to enroll in a variety of undergraduate courses, as well as the core courses for the BA and MA in Organizational Leadership.
Tuition Assistance
Coast Guard Tuition Assistance - Service members may be eligible for Tuition Assistance and should contact their respective Education Services Officer to learn more.
The G.I. Bill® - Students who are eligible for the G.I. Bill® and plan on using the education benefits should follow the Department of Veterans Affairs guidelines.
Transfer Credit
Enlisted members may qualify for undergraduate transfer credit for military training and will need to provide an official Joint Services Transcript to determine undergraduate credit eligibility.
A comprehensive list of courses eligible for transfer credit is available in the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide, which can be searched by course title.
Service members should contact their respective Education Service Office for guidance in following the correct procedures for application and enrollment in an OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies program.
Tuition Assistance
Marine Tuition Assistance - Service members may be eligible for Tuition Assistance and should contact their Education Services Officer to learn more.
The G.I. Bill® - Students who are eligible for the G.I. Bill® and plan on using the education benefits should follow the Department of Veterans Affairs guidelines.
Transfer Credit
Enlisted members may qualify for undergraduate transfer credit for military training and will need to provide an official Joint Services Transcript* to determine undergraduate credit eligibility.
A comprehensive list of courses eligible for transfer credit is available by visiting the American Council on Education (ACE) Guide and searching for specific courses.
*Note: Previously Sailor/Marine American Council on Education Registry Transcript (SMART)
Service members should contact their respective Education Service Office for guidance in following the correct procedures for enrollment in an OU College of Professional and Continuing Studies program.
Tuition Assistance
Navy Tuition Assistance - Active duty service members may request Tuition Assistance from their respective Navy Education Counselor.
The G.I. Bill® - Students who are eligible for the G.I. Bill® and plan on using the education benefits should follow the Department of Veterans Affairs guidelines.
Thanks to VA's new G.I. Bill® Comparison Tool, you can now find information online about Post-9/11 G.I. Bill® benefits and the schools and training programs available to education beneficiaries. Before this tool launched, estimating how much beneficiaries may receive under the Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefit was challenging. The new comparison tool makes it easy to estimate Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits with just one click.
We're here to support your success. From enrollment to graduation, you'll have access to dedicated staff, helpful resources, and personalized guidance from your adviser to help you stay on track and reach your degree goals.
Contact Stephanie Pitchford (steph@ou.edu) for more information.
