Let Us Serve You
Trident is more than a military-friendly online university. We go above and beyond the usual call of duty to serve the unique needs of veterans, servicemembers, and their families.
Succeed with Trident Military Online
Top military scholars choose Trident because we offer:
- Reduced tuition rates with Military and Veteran Grants. Trident is proud to offer special grants to active-duty servicemembers and veterans to help make their education even more affordable.
- Exceptional military support services. The Trident Military Assistance Center (TMAC) offers a large support staff and extensive services to ensure our military students have the best possible Trident experience. From helping you make the most of military education benefits like GI Bill® (GI Bill is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs) tuition assistance to converting your experience in the military to college credits*, the TMAC team will get your education off to a great start. From there, we offer a wide array of resources and services to ensure you succeed, including financial management, employment and career assistance, testing, tutoring, health and welfare, and many other resources developed specifically for military students.
- 100% online education. Because our programs are conducted 100% online, courses are accessible from anywhere in the world. Trident makes it convenient for military students to learn.
- Regional accreditation. Trident University International is a member of the American InterContinental University System. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
- Academic excellence. Our top-ranked programs are taught by leading experts. 100% of our core faculty hold doctoral degrees.
- A vast alumni network. Connect with Trident’s vast network of alumni leaders, including more than 27,000 military alumni.
*Transfer credit is evaluated on an individual basis. Not all credits are eligible to transfer. See the University Catalog for transfer credit policies.
Meet a Few of our Veteran & Military Alumni
SEAC(r) William Gainey
Military Advisory Board Member & Class of 2018 / 2012 / 2007
SEAC(r) Joe Gainey is a Trident University graduate and was the first Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
CSM Donna Brock
Military Advisory Board Member & Class of 2014
CSM Donna Brock is a Trident University graduate and served on the Sergeant Major of the Army’s Board of Directors as the senior enlisted advisor and mentor.
Dr. James Shiver
Manager, Center for Career Planning and Workforce Strategies / Part-time Faculty / Class of 2015, 2017, 2022
I am extremely passionate about the opportunity to have a positive impact on the lives of our Service Members and Veterans.
Dr. Gary Covella
Part-time Faculty / Class of 2017 - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Business Innovation, Human Resources, Management...
Dr. Pamela Wilson
Class of 2012
I entered the Army as a PFC and am now a SGM (E3 to E9). There are not many Soldiers or military members who hold a Ph.D. degree.
D. Wayne Robinson
Class of 2010
Trident University represented the foundation of my success and it was the infrastructure that allowed me to be catapulted to where I am now.
Tedd Pritchard
Hall of Distinguished Alumni - Class of 2007
Aspire. Believe. Achieve!
Anthony Bishop
Hall of Distinguished Alumni - Class of 2007
Aspire, Believe, Achieve!
Holly Katke
Class of 2018 / 2016
I just want to tell people that even though I had my difficulties…I still came out on top and the teachers were absolutely wonderful in helping me.
Sean Rice
Class of 2012
What stood out most was there is no separation between Military, Civilian, young, or old regarding student relations.
Jeremy Miller
Class of 2015 / 2012
Aspire - Believe - Achieve
Dr. Vincent Havrilko
Class of 2016 / 2006 / 2004 - Trident Triple
Aspire - Believe - Achieve
Jonathan Douglas
Class of 2014 / 2012 / 2011 / 2006 - Trident Triple
Trident's variety of programs allowed me to expand my knowledge as well as validate my professional experience to further my career.
John Jenkins
Class of 2014 / 2012 / 2010 - Trident Triple
Aspire - Believe - Achieve
Emanuel Sepulveda
Strategic Military and Community Relations Regional Manager / Class of 2011
The most important piece of advice he was given, without hesitation, “it was to go to school.”
Philip Johndrow
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.
First Day of Class - June 13, 2022 Fastrac Session
This webinar, hosted by Dr. George del Hierro and Christina Saenz, will bring you together with other new students on the first day of class. You’ll have the opportunity to talk directly to our academic leadership and get your questions answered.
See you on your first day of class on June 13!
