Alternative Funding Option
If your program or course of interest is not approved for VA education benefits, or if you are not eligible under your specific benefit chapter, you may still take advantage of our standard 15% Veteran’s Discount, available on most UCR University Extension courses.
Connect with an Enrollment Advisor to explore your options and identify the best path forward.
If you are a veteran, active-duty service member, member of the Reserves or National Guard, military-affiliated individual, or eligible dependent exploring your education options, UCR University Extension is here to help you make the most of your earned benefits. We guide you through eligibility, certification, and enrollment so you can move forward with confidence.
Accepted VA Education Benefits
UCR University Extension is approved to process the following chapters:
- Montgomery GI Bill® – Active Duty (Chapter 30)
- Montgomery GI Bill® – Selected Reserve (Chapter 1606)
- Reserve Educational Assistance Program (Chapter 1607)
- Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (Chapter 35)
- Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33)
- Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment (Chapter 31)
For detailed eligibility information, visit the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs website.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about VA education benefits is available on the official VA website.
Programs Eligible for VA Benefits
Postgraduate Certificate & Diploma Programs
Our Postgraduate Certificate and Diploma programs are approved for eligible veterans and military-affiliated individuals. These cohort-based programs combine graduate-level coursework with applied professional experience to strengthen leadership and industry-specific expertise.
Approved Programs
- Postgraduate Certificate in Management
- Postgraduate Diploma with Internship in Bioengineering Management
- Postgraduate Diploma with Internship in Digital Marketing
- Postgraduate Diploma with Internship in Engineering Management
- Postgraduate Diploma with Internship in Management
- Postgraduate Diploma with Internship in Project Management
- Postgraduate Diploma with Internship in Sports Management
Highlights
- Full-time, in-person study
- Three-quarter cohort format (fall or winter entry)
- Supervised, guaranteed internship in the third quarter, or application opportunity for internship waiver and credit for work experience*
- Flexible professional experience pathways for eligible individuals
- Industry engagement and applied learning
*Based on your prior education and professional or military experience, you may qualify to request an internship waiver.
Using Your GI Bill® Benefits
Eligible individuals may apply GI Bill® or other VA education benefits toward approved programs.
We encourage you to connect with an Enrollment Advisor before applying to:
- Confirm program eligibility
- Review certification steps
- Coordinate timelines and required documentation
How to Apply
If you plan to use VA education benefits, we recommend connecting with your VA contact or a UCR University Extension Enrollment Advisor early in the process. They can help confirm program eligibility and guide you through the required documentation.
Follow these steps to get started:
Step 1: Explore Approved Programs
Identify the program that aligns with your interests and career goals.
Step 2: Connect With an Advisor or VA Contact
Submit an inquiry or schedule time with your VA contact or one of our Enrollment Advisors to review eligibility and benefit coordination
Step 3: Review the VA Education Benefits Checklist
Use the checklist to understand the required documentation and next steps
Step 4: Complete and Submit VA Registration Packet
Fill out the required forms included in the registration packet, and submit your completed packet to Student Services for review and certification.
Step 5: Apply for Your Program
Submit your program application through the UCR University Extension application portal.
If you have questions during the process, contact Student Services at ucrxveterans-inquiries@ucr.edu or (951) 827-4105.
Military Spouse Tuition Assistance (MyCAA)
UCR University Extension participates in the Department of Defense MyCAA program, which provides financial assistance for eligible military spouses pursuing approved certificate programs.
To use MyCAA benefits:
- Establish your MyCAA account.
- Create your Career and Training Plan and designate UCR University Extension.
- Submit your MyCAA Financial Assistance voucher within 30 days of each course start date.
For assistance, contact Military OneSource at (800) 342-9647.
Responsibilities & Important Information
If you receive VA education benefits, you are responsible for:
- Notifying UCR Extension of any enrollment changes
- Maintaining satisfactory academic progress
- Adhering to UCR Standards of Student Conduct
Students receiving MGIB-Active Duty or Selected Reserve benefits must verify enrollment monthly through WAVE or the IVR system at (877) 823-2378.
VA policies also limit which program formats may be funded. Only certain programs are approved under specific benefit chapters. For guidance, contact Student Services at ucrxveterans-inquiries@ucr.edu or (951) 827-4105.