University of Tampa

University of Tampa is a 4-year, private university located in Tampa, FL. Students at Tampa, FL can enroll in bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and certificate degree programs.

University of Tampa Military & Veteran Support Programs

University of Tampa offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• University of Tampa has GI Bill approved programs
• Has a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP exam
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• University of Tampa is a Yellow Ribbon school
• University of Tampa is a MyCAA approved school

Is University of Tampa a GI Bill approved school?

Yes, University of Tampa is a GI Bill approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is University of Tampa a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, University of Tampa 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. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does University of Tampa offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Yes, University of Tampa 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.

Does University of Tampa offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

Yes, University of Tampa offers a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are University of Tampa’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

University of Tampa’s tuition rate for active military does exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour.  This means that the student may have out-of-pocket costs.  

The Tuition Assistance (TA) program pays the cost of tuition and some additional fees. Nearly all active duty military service members are eligible for TA. However, each service branch determines eligibility criteria. Tuition Assistance covers up to $250 per semester credit hour, not to exceed $4,500 per fiscal year.

• Chapter 33 – Post 9/11: TA will be deducted from the amount of tuition and fees reported to the VA.
• Chapter 30 – Active Duty: students cannot receive CH30 benefits for the same courses for which TA is paid out, but can receive benefits for the courses for which TA isn’t paid.
• All other VA educational benefits: TA cannot be used with any other VA educational benefit.  Students must choose if they want to utilize VA benefits or TA.

For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

What are University of Tampa’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

University of Tampa’s online tuition rate for active military does exceed the Tuition Rate assistance cap of $250 per hour.  This means that the student may have out-of-pocket costs.  

The Tuition Assistance (TA) program pays the cost of tuition and some additional fees. Nearly all active duty military service members are eligible for TA. However, each service branch determines eligibility criteria. Tuition Assistance covers up to $250 per semester credit hour, not to exceed $4,500 per fiscal year.

• Chapter 33 – Post 9/11: TA will be deducted from the amount of tuition and fees reported to the VA.
• Chapter 30 – Active Duty: students cannot receive CH30 benefits for the same courses for which TA is paid out, but can receive benefits for the courses for which TA isn’t paid.
• All other VA educational benefits: TA cannot be used with any other VA educational benefit.  Students must choose if they want to utilize VA benefits or TA.

For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does University of Tampa offer online degree programs?

Yes, University of Tampa offers online degree programs. 

Is University of Tampa approved for Tuition Assistance?

University of Tampa 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 your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Does University of Tampa offer master’s programs covered by Tuition Assistance?

Yes, University of Tampa has master’s degree programs covered by Tuition Assistance funding.  

Eligible active military 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 degree program is covered by the Yellow Ribbon. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Is University of Tampa a military friendly school?

University of Tampa is considered military friendly. They feature a veteran counselor on campus, credit for military service, and are a Florida, Yellow Ribbon School.  In addition, the school is approved for tuition assistance offering a reduced tuition rate for the military.

Is University of Tampa a MyCAA school?

Yes, University of Tampa is a Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) approved school. For more info, please contact veteran services and/or admissions here.

Message from University of Tampa

The University of Tampa's globally connected campus is the beating heart of a vibrant urban oasis. A distinguished faculty and approximately 8,000 students from all 50 states and 140 countries are joined in a university ranked among the best of the best by U.S. News & World Report, Forbes and The Princeton Review.

A medium-sized private university, UT offers more than 200 academic programs taught by a faculty as passionate about students™ success as they are about their areas of expertise. Championship sports, student activities, community service, honors, leadership and study abroad programs complete an extraordinary academic experience that prepares students for anywhere a world-class education can take you.