Indiana Wesleyan University

Welcome to Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU), and thank you for your service. 

IWU is a private, regionally accredited university with a rich 100-year legacy. The beautiful campus is located in Marion, IN. In 1985, IWU became a pioneer in bringing a high-quality college education to working adults, and in 1996 launched its first fully online program. IWU National & Global now offers more than 100 degree programs online and has impacted the lives of more than 90,000 graduates worldwide! 

IWU is proud to be an innovative leader in military degree pathways that maximize military transfer credits, saving students significant time and money. Using our stackable model, students can transfer up to 75% of a degree program from military training and experience and/or voluntary college-level learning.

Indiana Wesleyan University Military & Veteran Support Programs

Indiana Wesleyan University offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• Indiana Wesleyan University has GI Bill approved programs
• Does not have a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP and DSST exams
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• Indiana Wesleyan University is a Yellow Ribbon school
• Indiana Wesleyan University is a MyCAA approved school

Does Indiana Wesleyan University offer online degree programs?

Yes, Indiana Wesleyan University offers online degree programs.

Is Indiana Wesleyan University a GI Bill-approved school?

Yes, Indiana Wesleyan University is a GI Bill-approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that the GI Bill covers your preferred degree program.

Is Indiana Wesleyan University a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, Indiana Wesleyan University is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon.

• Traditional Campus: up to 99,999 students, max contribution of $99,999 per student

• Adult Programs, undergrad: up to 99,999 students, max contribution of $99,999 per student (only exception will be for BS Aviation Management, but this is under review for approval currently)

• All programs, graduate: up to 99,999 students, max contribution of $15,000 per student

• All programs, doctoral: 99,999 students, max contribution amount of $17,000 per student

• Seminary, all programs: 99,999 students, max contribution amount of $15,000 per student

Does Indiana Wesleyan University offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Yes, Indiana Wesleyan University offers Yellow Ribbon funding for master’s programs.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred advanced degree program is in fact covered by the Yellow Ribbon. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

• All programs, graduate: up to 99,999 students, max contribution of $15,000.00 per student

• Seminary, all programs: up to 99,999 students, max contribution amount of $15,000.00 per student

Does Indiana Wesleyan University offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

Yes, Indiana Wesleyan University offers a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans.

For undergraduate programs, they offer a discounted military tuition rate of $250 per credit hour tuition rate.  This rate is for active duty only.

IWU offers a 10% off discounted military tuition rate for military spouses and dependent children.

For master’s programs, IWU offers a 15% military tuition discount.  This rate is not available to spouses or dependent children, even if using military educational benefits.

What are Indiana Wesleyan University’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

At $250 per credit hour, Indiana Wesleyan University’s undergraduate tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs.

IWU’s graduate tuition rate varies by program, but active military receives a 25% discount off of tuition.

In addition, there are no out-of-pocket costs for textbooks, and fees are either waived or greatly reduced depending on the program.

What are Indiana Wesleyan University’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

At $250 per credit hour, Indiana Wesleyan University’s undergraduate tuition rate for active military does not exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour. This means that the student may not have out-of-pocket costs.

IWU’s graduate tuition rate varies by program, but active military receives a 25% discount on tuition.

In addition, there are no out-of-pocket costs for textbooks, and fees are either waived or greatly reduced depending on the program.

Is Indiana Wesleyan University approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Indiana Wesleyan University is approved for Tuition Assistance.  Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket.

You will need to check with the school to ensure that Tuition Assistance covers your preferred degree program.

Does Indiana Wesleyan University offer master’s programs covered by Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Indiana Wesleyan University has master’s degree programs covered by Tuition Assistance funding.

While IWU’s graduate programs are discounted by 25% off of tuition, they do not fall below the $250 cap for TA.

You will need to check with the school to ensure that Tuition Assistance covers your preferred degree program.

Is Indiana Wesleyan University a military-friendly school?

Indiana Wesleyan University is considered military-friendly. They offer maximum credit for military service and are a Yellow Ribbon School.  In addition, the school is approved for tuition assistance and offers a reduced tuition rate for the military.

Is Indiana Wesleyan University a MyCAA-approved school?

Yes, Indiana Wesleyan University is a MyCAA-approved school.

Welcome to Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) 

Welcome to Indiana Wesleyan University (IWU) 

Thank you for your service to our country. 

We could never thank you enough, but we can honor your military training and experiences and make it easier to earn a degree. One day, your uniform will come off. How you prepare for that day makes all the difference when it comes to transitioning back into civilian life. Education is a critical part of that. 

This is for you. IWU created innovative military degree pathways that maximize military transfer credits, saving you significant time and money. Using our stackable model, and depending on how many military credits you’ve earned, you can:

• Earn an associate’s degree in as few as 5 classes (7 months)
• Earn a bachelor’s in as few as 10 classes total (1 year)
• Earn a master’s degree in 1 year 
• Use tuition assistance or VA educational benefit to cover the tuition

To make earning a degree even more accessible, IWU caps undergraduate tuition for military and veteran students at $250 per credit hour and offers a 15% discount on nearly all graduate programs. Textbooks are also provided at no out-of-pocket cost.

We would be honored to help you prepare for that day.
 

Transfer Up To 90 Military Credits Toward Your Degree at Iwu!

Earn a B.S. in Global Security & Strategy Management in as few as 30 CREDIT HOURS (10 classes) by transferring a combination of military and college credits.

Built For You!

You’ve successfully completed some of the toughest and most intense training in the world. This program was designed for YOU by veterans and faculty who recognize the value of the military credits you have earned. IWU’s innovative bucket design maximizes the transfer of military and college credits making it possible for you to earn a bachelor’s degree in as little as 1 year.

• Military Preferred Tuition: $250 PER CREDIT HOUR
• Digital Textbooks: NO OUT-OF-POCKET COST
• Technology and Educational Resources Fees: NO OUT-OF-POCKET COST

Time and Money Saved with Transferred Credits

Online Bachelor Of Science Global Security & Strategy Management

Transfered Credits	Classes Saved	Time Saved Weeks	Times Saved Years	Money Saved
60	20	120	2.31	$15,000
63	21	126	2.42	$15,750
66	22	132	2.53	$16,500
69	23	138	2.65	$17,250
72	24	144	2.77	$18,000
75	25	150	2.88	$18,750
78	26	156	3	$19,500
81	27	162	3.12	$20,250
84	28	168	3.23	$21,000
87	29	174	3.35	$21,750
90	30	180	3.46	$22,500

AS Public Service and Management (ASPSM) 

Transfer Up To 45 Military Credits Toward Your Degree at Iwu!

ASPSM is designed purposeful to both recognize military training and military experience. The ASPSM is a 60-hour degree program. Transfer a maximum of 45 credits from either a Joint Service Transcript (JST) or Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) (CCAF is regionally accredited by the SACS) transcript.

The ASPSM was specifically created for military students who have worn or are currently wearing the uniform

• The ASPSM is a 60-hour degree program 
• Students must complete a minimum of 25% of the program at IWU (5 classes/15 hours)
• Average credits transferred is 36-42
• Could graduate in 7 months

Benefits

• Military tuition rate is $250 per credit hour
• Technology Fee waived 
• Educational Resource Fee waived 
• Free textbooks 

To Qualify for the ASPSM

• Students must have a minimum of 6 transferable credits from their JST/CCAF transcript
• If a student is a veteran, their discharge from service must be Under Honorable Conditions

Time and Money Saved with Transferred Credits

AS Public Service and Management (ASPSM)

Credit Hours Transferred	Classes Saved ($750 per class)	Time Saved Weeks	Money Saved
6	2	10	$1,500
9	3	15	$2,250
12	4	20	$3,00
15	5	25	$3,750
18	6	30	$4,500
21	7	35	$5,200
24	8	40	$6,000
27	9	45	$6,750
30	10	50	$7,500
33	11	55	$8,250
36	12	60	$9,000
39	13	65	$9,750
42	14	70	$10,500
45	15	75	$11,250