Bellevue University Receives Nebraska Veteran and Active Duty Supportive Institution Designation
Bellevue University has received the Veteran and Active Duty Supportive Postsecondary Institution Designation from the Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs. The three-year designation recognizes institutions that demonstrate consistent support for military-connected students through education, advising, and services.
Key Facts
- Recognized by the Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs
- Designation is valid for three years, with renewal available
- Bellevue University serves active-duty military, veterans, National Guard, Reserve members, and their families
- Institution meets multiple state criteria related to military student support
- University holds multiple national military-friendly recognitions
A University Built to Serve Military Learners
Bellevue University earned the Veteran and Active Duty Supportive designation by meeting criteria established by the Nebraska Department of Veterans’ Affairs, including trained staff assigned to military students, academic credit for military training, counseling and advising services, military leave policies, and accessible online military resources.
The designation reflects Bellevue University’s mission since its founding in 1966. Located near Offutt Air Force Base, the University was established to support military personnel and working adult learners seeking to advance their education and careers.
“Bellevue University exists because of service members,” said Dr. Mary Hawkins, President of Bellevue University. “This designation affirms what our military students already experience here—support from people who understand military life, flexible programs that respect their service, and an unwavering commitment to helping them achieve their goals during and after their time in uniform.”
Support, Access, and Flexibility for Military Students
Bellevue University is recognized nationally for its military support, including designation as a Military Friendly® Gold School and inclusion on Military Times Best for Vets 2024 lists. The University has also been ranked by Military Advanced Education & Transition.
Military-connected students receive credit for military training and experience, military-preferred tuition rates, and access to accelerated degree programs. Eligible students may transfer credits to reduce time and cost to degree completion. Programs are available online, on campus, and on base as needed.
The Military and Veteran Student Center (MVSC), dedicated in 2013, provides advising, VA education benefits assistance, career counseling, tutoring, housing support, and study space. Each military student works with a personal Student Coach who provides academic guidance from enrollment through graduation.
Founded in 1966, Bellevue University is a non-profit university with more than 70,000 graduates worldwide. The University is a recognized national leader in preparing students for lifelong success with career-relevant knowledge and skills, while making college affordable. Routinely ranked among the nation’s top military and accessible institutions, the University serves residential students at its main campus in Bellevue, Nebraska, and everywhere online with more than 85 degree programs uniquely designed for working adults. The University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org).