Canadian Military Members and Veterans
A Military and Veteran Friendly Campus Awaits You!
If you’re a military member or Veteran interested in exploring your options at the U of A, it’s never been a better time to study here.
In February 2021, the University of Alberta kicked off a two-year Military and Veteran Friendly Campus (MVFC) pilot program with funding from the Government of Alberta. We welcome CAF military members and Veterans (MMV’s) to study here and, for those current students who choose to declare their status, to provide input and direction regarding what services and supports you need most.
Here’s what is already in the plans:
- A MMV service centre and gathering space
- A MMV student mentorship program
- Access to individualized navigation of campus and community services
- Recognition of prior learning and experience
- A MMV specific orientation for new students
- Social connection and networking opportunities
- Cultural training for staff and faculty
Supported Students Succeed
The University of Alberta is proud to count military members and Veterans like you among those who enrich our campus with their experience. The Military and Veteran Friendly Campus services, offered through the Dean of Students Office, will improve MMV post-secondary transition through services tailored to your talents and needs, such as a service centre, peer mentorship, MMV study groups, and specialized advising.
For more information, visit our Military and Veteran Friendly Campus website.
Planning and Advising
Choosing your course of study and plotting a career path can be daunting. You can start exploring your options with our Program Tool or contacting the Student Service Centre for one-on-one advising to discuss your program options, admissions requirements and deadlines.
Additionally, you can reach out to Veteran’s Affairs Canada’s (VAC’s) Career and Transition Services for career advising and other supports.
Funding Your Studies
For those with needs not covered by the ETB, there are other financial resources available.You can speak to the Student Service Centre team to learn more about financial support that may be available through the U of A or to your VAC case manager to learn more about external options that may be available.
The U of A, through the Office of the Registrar, administers more than $32 million in scholarships, awards, and other financial supports. After applying to your program, you can fill out a single application and be assessed for scholarships and awards you may not even know existed.
In addition to these scholarships (available to all first-year students), you may also qualify for various external scholarships tailored to veterans like you—including the Alex Decoteau Award of Honour introduced last year.
Connect with Us
We’re here to help you get the answers you need on your path to the U of A. You can find answers to frequently asked questions or speak directly to an academic advisor about applying, programs, and scholarships and more by visiting the Student Service Centre.