Veterans Benefits

The Art Institute of California — Orange County is approved for the training of veterans and eligible veterans' dependents by Veterans Adminstration: Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education (BPPVE).

Students sponsored or assisted by the Veterans Administration may receive assistance from the Admissions Department in the filing of appropriate forms. These students must maintain satisfactory attendance and academic progress (see policies section of the catalog for more information). Students receiving veterans' benefits must report all prior education and training before attending The Art Institute of California — Orange County. The school will evaluate prior credit and accept that which is appropriate. The time to complete the program and the total tuition will be reduced proportionately and the US Department of Veterans Affairs will be notified.

Targeting the Unique Needs of Military Personnel

The Art Institute of California — Orange County is proud to include enlisted military personnel and veterans within our student community. We greatly appreciate the service you provide to our country—which is why we’re dedicated to helping you get the education you need to embark on your professional future.

The Art Institute of California — Orange County offers a special military discount equal to a 20 percent discount of the current tuition rate for U.S. military personnel who are on active duty, in the reserves, or starting classes within one year of an honorable discharge. This scholarship will be offered provided the student remains enrolled (maintaining a minimum of 12 credits per quarter) and completes his or her program of study without interruption (including voluntary withdrawal, suspension or termination) within 150 percent of the standard program length. For example, a bachelor’s degree program would need to be completed in 54 consecutive months (18 consecutive quarters) or whichever occurs first.

Education is preparation! Take advantage of the education benefits offered for military personnel today:
• Army
• Navy
• Air Force
• Marine Corps
• Coast Guard
• Veterans