East Tennessee State University Military & Veteran Support Programs

East Tennessee State University offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• East Tennessee State University has GI Bill®-approved programs
• Has a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP exams
• Does not award credit for the DSST exams
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• East Tennessee State University is a Yellow Ribbon school
• East Tennessee State University is a MyCAA approved school

Is East Tennessee State University a GI Bill® approved school?

Yes, East Tennessee State 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 East Tennessee State University a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, East Tennessee State 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. 

Does East Tennessee State University offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

No, East Tennessee State 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 the Yellow Ribbon in fact covers your preferred advanced degree program. 

Does East Tennessee State University offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

Yes, East Tennessee State University offers a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans. 

What are East Tennessee State University’s tuition rates for military and veterans?

At $429 per credit hour East Tennessee State University’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.  

What are East Tennessee State University’s online tuition rates for military and veterans?

At $493 per credit hour East Tennessee State University’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. 

Does East Tennessee State University offer online degree programs?

Yes, East Tennessee State University offers online degree programs. 

Is East Tennessee State University approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, East Tennessee State 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 East Tennessee State University offer master’s programs covered by Tuition Assistance?

Yes, East Tennessee State University 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 Tuition Assistance covers your preferred degree program. 

Is East Tennessee State University a military-friendly school?

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

Is East Tennessee State University a MyCAA school?

Yes, East Tennessee State University is a Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) approved school. 

East Tennessee State University

ETSU Serves those who have served…

• In-state tuition rate for GI BILL® recipients 
• Priority registration for current students
• MARC access with free printing, coffee, and snacks
• VA work-study opportunities
• Veteran recognition solely for graduating veterans
• Membership in the SVA at ETSU

In-House Scholarships for Military-Affiliated Students

Scholarships for Military Affiliated Students include:

• Out-of-state tuition waivers
• Scholarships for students that have exhausted their G.I. Bill® benefits, or did not qualify
• Military Affiliated Child Scholarship provides up to $1,000 per semester to children of honorably discharged veterans
• Military Affiliated Spouse Scholarship provides up to $1,000 per semester to spouses of honorably discharged veterans
• Military Affiliated Student Overtime Scholarship provides up to $1,500 per semester for honorably discharged veterans that have exhausted their G.I. Bill® benefits

Occupational services

• Resume writing
• Job interview practice
• Networking with local businesses in Johnson City / Kingsport, TN

STRIVE – Startup Training Resources Inspiring Veteran Entrepreneurship

The STRIVE program is a free entrepreneurship training program for Veterans, Reserve, and National Guard members. Over the course of the program, participants will learn the skills needed to launch a successful business as well as gain post-program support from both the local and national IVMF networks. Strive is an 8-week course.

Academic Coaching/mentorship

We understand the military is accustomed to having a mentor or teammate. Our tutoring team can partner you with someone with a similar background, their single goal is to help make your journey through higher education as successful as possible.