Military and Veteran Admissions
As a veteran, you have a lot to offer in terms of real-world experience—including skills that are transferable within a degree program. We want to give you credit for those skills.
You’ve honed knowledge, experience and perspective since the last time you were in an academic setting. The leadership skills you possess will make a difference in your education, and they deserve to be recognized. That’s why we offer a way for you to receive college credit before classes even start.
Our assessment center experience is designed to pinpoint your competencies and help you create an agenda for strengthening them. In this one-day experience, you can earn up to 30 hours of credit that will count toward your degree.
At Lipscomb, we take a holistic approach to our admissions process—especially for our military and veteran students. Your background is unique and your service and drive will propel your success in our flexible online setting. Gain a meaningful academic experience at your pace, wherever you are.
Use this handy online tool to get an idea how many of your credits will transfer in.
Schedule a one-on-one consultation with a Lipscomb Veteran Services staff member. Meetings can take place in our office or via phone conversation. Consultation meetings can be scheduled according to your needs. The consultation helps us to serve you more efficiently and effectively. We want to ensure that you receive your full benefits, such as the GI Bill, Strong Act, and Tuition Assistance.
A consultation with the Veteran Services Office is required prior to beginning step 2.
If using VA educational benefits, you will need to turn in the following documentation to the Veteran Services Office in order for your benefits to be processed:
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COE (Certificate of Eligibility) - Visit https://www.vets.gov/education/ to apply for VA educational benefits (such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill, Chapter 35 – Dependents Educational Assistance, etc.). The VA will generate a Certificate of Eligibility based on your remaining entitlement.
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DD-214 (member 4) - Not required for dependents or active duty service members
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Statement of Understanding (will be provided by the Veteran Services Office)
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Signed course schedule (must be turned in each semester you wish to use benefits)
Request official military transcripts to be sent directly to the school.
Once you have applied to the school, you will be contacted by the admissions office and the Veterans’ Service office. To contact Veterans’ Services, call 615.966.1058 or email veteransservices [at] lipscomb.edu (veteransservices[at]lipscomb[dot]edu). You may also find additional information at https://www.lipscomb.edu/veterans.