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Trident is a Military-Friendly School*
*http://www.gijobs.com/school/trident-university-international/
You have been charged with duties, responsibilities and leadership during your military service. Apply that outstanding military education and kick your career to the next level with a degree from Trident University. We’re not just an affordable online college. We offer high-quality degrees in a manner that is convenient for military students. Trident stands out among military-friendly colleges because of our unwavering commitment to supporting service members and veterans as they pursue higher education.
With our bachelors, masters, and doctoral degree programs, you will build a strong foundation for continued success in the military, in the civilian world, or wherever life may take you.
For Military and Their Families
Trident is a military-friendly college that recognizes and, most importantly, respects your service and the sacrifices made daily by your family. We serve all branches of the military, offering discounts and a variety of ways to earn the quality education you deserve.
Learn more about military education benefits, grants, and other outstanding opportunities for active duty service members and military spouses.
From vets with years of civilian work experience to current military members looking to make a smooth transition, our military-friendly staff is here to help you reach your goals.
We have more than 22,000 military and veteran alumni. We understand your experience and know how to help you maximize your education benefits and time enrolled as a student.
From filing for VA benefits to choosing a program, our knowledgeable and experienced staff members are here to guide you through the process. If you are ready for a challenging and rewarding educational experience, we would like to welcome you to the Trident family.
Learn more about tuition and benefits for veterans and veterans spouses.
A good military-friendly college will strive to help you make the most of the skills and education you gained in the military. Trident recognizes the strong foundations you’ve developed during the course of your military experience. We appreciate your service and leadership, and make it our duty to ensure a smooth transition while making the credit transfer and process simple and easy for our military and veteran students.
Learn more about our transfer policy.
Faces of Trident
Meet CSM Phil Johndrow (Retired), Director of Military Relations.
Meet the Military Outreach Team
Deena Mullins
Regional Manager of Strategic Military and Community Relations
Deena Mullins serves the South Central Region.
Arcadio “AL” Rigual
Regional Manager of Strategic Military and Community Relations
Arcadio Rigual serves the Southwest Region.
CSM (retired) Philip Johndrow
National Director of Military and Veteran Alliances & Class of 2010 / 2008
CSM (retired) Philip F. Johndrow was in the Army for more than 33 years, serving as a squadron, brigade, division, & corps command sergeant major.
Clifford Milton-Stewart
Regional Manager of Strategic Military & Community Relations
Clifford Milton-Stewart serves the South East Region.
Mark Weedon
Senior Director of Military and Veteran Relations
The pursuit of learning is the essence of thriving in life; Education the great equalizer.
Keith Murphy
Regional Manager of Strategic Military and Community Relations
Karen Diaz
Outreach Education Specialist
Outreach Education Specialist at the Education Office on Fort Irwin, CA.
Trident University International Selected As ‘Great School’ For Adults By Forbes
June 15, 2016 – Cypress, CA – Forbes has chosen Trident University International (Trident) as one of their “10 Great Colleges for Adults Returning to School.” The list, which went live on May 23rd, also includes the likes of Harvard University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
Professional Development Resources and Presentation Opportunities
Culture of Research and Education (C.O.R.E.) – These innovative and wide-ranging series are designed to provide continuing education, skill-building techniques, and tools for academic and professional development. The specific intended audiences include trainees, professionals, scholars, leaders, and the general public.
Trident University International Introduces Glenn R. Jones Scholarship for Student Success
December 3, 2015 – Cypress, CA – Trident University International (Trident) is proud to announce a new academic scholarship. The Glenn R. Jones Scholarship Fund was established in 2015 in honor of Jones International University (JIU) founder Glenn R. Jones…
Faces of Trident, Autumn 2015: Trident University Recognizes Student & Alumni Accomplishments
September 25, 2015 – Cypress, CA – Trident University International’s diverse set of adult learners has made indelible marks in the classroom and in professional life. ‘Faces of Trident’ is an opportunity to highlight some of the accomplishments from the University’s students and alumni.
Trident University International Again Named to Victory Media’s 2015 Military Friendly® Schools List
September 26, 2014 – Cypress, CA – Trident University International (Trident) has announced this week that it has been designated a 2015 Military Friendly® School by Victory Media, the leader in successfully connecting the military and civilian worlds. This is the fourth such time the University has been recognized.
Trident University Receives A+ Rating from BBB – 2015
Trident University International is proud to have received the top honor from the Better Business Bureau as an A+ Accredited Business. The Better Business Bureau (BBB), founded in 1912, is a nonprofit organization focused on advancing marketplace trust.
Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) – Est. 1972
Trident University, along with other member colleges, will work in partnership with the Army Recruiting Command and Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) to aide in the enrollment of active duty and veteran soldiers and increase the use of GI Bill education benefits.
Reduced Tuition Rates for Veterans
All veteran or active duty members of the military are eligible for a reduced VA tuition. Trident is proud to provide a special Veteran Education Grant for retirees and veterans of the armed forces.
Trident Participates in GoArmyEd
Trident University is proud to participate in GoArmyEd so that eligible active duty, National Guard, and Army Reserve Soldiers like you can pursue fully online bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees through Trident.
Trident’s College of Business Wins Top Honors
Trident University’s Online Business and Management programs are ranked among the top in the country by GraduatePrograms.com. This is an overall rating of the graduate experience at each college or university. It is based on cumulative student ratings of individual graduate programs within each school. Students evaluate their experiences based on a variety of academic and social criteria.
