Veterans & Military Student Opportunities

Continue your education.

Join the hundreds of veterans and military connected prospective students who have pursued continuing education at UCLA Extension. Finally explore a passion you’ve always had, and be on your way to a new career in as little as under a year.

Take the next step, and choose from over 75 certificate programs eligible for veterans of the U.S. military. Most of our programs are open-enrollment, which means you can get started toward a new career immediately.

We're proud participants of several government assistance programs including:

Veterans Administration Education Benefits
The Department of Defense Tuition Assistance Program (TAP)
Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA)

Learn from anywhere.

We conveniently offer courses in Westwood, Downtown LA, Woodland Hills and online, enabling you to learn from wherever you are.

Short on time? At UCLA Extension, schedules are designed for busy working adults. Most courses held in the classroom take place once a week in the evening, and weekend courses may also be available. Or, study 100% online with select programs.

What you can expect:

Certificate programs designed to prepare you to enter today’s most in-demand fields.
The excellence that comes with a UCLA-approved curriculum.
Instructors who are experts in their industry.
Personalized academic advising and dedicated support staff.
Membership into the UCLA Alumni Association upon completing your certificate.
Access to UCLA Extension's career resources, including online career coaching, workshops and networking events.