Veteran & Military Affairs
Message from our Chancellor
"At UCCS, we are deeply committed to supporting our veterans, active-duty service members, and military families, and to making our campus a place where we can support those who have dedicated their lives to supporting our country. We strive to ensure that they receive the support, respect, and care they need to thrive. The singular experiences of our military affiliated community members bring a profound impact to our Mountain Lion family. Though the debt we owe to our veterans and service-members can never truly be repaid, we can work to honor their service by advocating for their well-being and long-lasting success"
-Jennifer Sobanet, Chancellor
We are here for you!
At UCCS, with 27% of our student population being military-affiliated, we are dedicated to being the top choice for veterans, active-duty service members and their families by providing a welcoming and inclusive environment. Our Military and Veterans Affairs Division offers transition assistance through educational benefits counseling, community engagement, and academic support. The McCord-Herbst Student Veteran Center, staffed entirely by military-affiliated personnel, features a comfortable lounge, study areas, and the USAA Workforce Computer Lab, fostering connection and relaxation. We recognize the unique challenges of military life and are committed to helping you achieve your academic and career goals.
Active Duty Tuition Assistance Grant
UCCS is proud to announce the Active Duty Tuition Assistance Grant, beginning in Fall 2023. Active-duty undergraduate students using military tuition assistance (TA) are eligible for a grant that covers tuition, fees, and required materials for courses eligible for TA.
Top 10 Military Friendly School
Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2024-2025 survey with 537 earning special awards for going above the standard.
Find Resources For
Incoming Students
Discover how to begin your journey at UCCS, from applying for VA Education Benefits and meeting residency requirements to exploring programs designed to support your transition to higher education. Find all the essential information you need to get started at UCCS.
Note: 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 https://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill
Current Students
Access the resources you need to succeed, including support from a Student Success Coordinator, tutoring, and a variety of on-campus and off-campus services.
Where We are Located
McCord-Herbst Student Veteran Center
Address: 1420 Austin Bluffs Pkwy, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Phone: (719) 255-3253
Email: military@uccs.edu
Open: Monday - Friday, 0800-1700
UCCS at Fort Carson
Address: 1675 Long Street, BLDG 1117, Fort Carson, CO 80913, Room 111 & 112
Phone: (719) 526-8066
Email: ftcarson@uccs.edu
Open: Monday - Friday, 0800-1600