Online Bachelor of Arts in Applied Military and Veteran Studies

Are you looking to make a positive impact on military and veteran communities? Pursue a Bachelor of Arts in applied military and veteran studies online from Arizona State University to specialize in this emerging field. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped for roles in the military, public service and government, veteran-serving industries and community organizations.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 10/15/2025


Total classes:

Total classes: 41

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 120

Degree questions, answered

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Deepen your understanding of service with a military and veterans studies degree

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Will my diploma say ‘online’?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Military and veterans studies courses

In this program, you’ll take a variety of skills-building courses in areas such as writing and research and then focus your learning in your portfolio track. Depending on your specialization, your courses will hone in on the history of the military and war, management and team building, counseling, clinical research and more.


The jobs you could get with a military and veterans studies degree

This program prepares you for civilian and military careers in a range of industries from business, education and military community support to public and mental health, public affairs and intelligence. There’s also a demand for skilled employees from federal agencies that support military-connected and veteran individuals, such as the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Career paths you may pursue include, but aren’t limited to:

Advocate


Growth: 8.6 %
Salary: $38,520

Air/Weapons Specialist


Growth: %
Salary: $0

High School Teacher


Growth: 1.0 %
Salary: $62,360

Historian


Growth: 3.1 %
Salary: $64,540

History Professor


Growth: 1.3 %
Salary: $79,400

Social Services Director


Growth: 9.1 %
Salary: $74,240

Learn from leading faculty in military studies

Faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts are committed to research and exploration in their fields of work. Many of our faculty and staff are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements from psychology to writing.

  • American Educational Research.
  • Association Fellows.
  • American Psychological Association Fellows.
  • Fulbright scholars.

Learn from leading faculty in military studies

Faculty in the College of Integrative Sciences and Arts are committed to research and exploration in their fields of work. Many of our faculty and staff are recognized nationally and internationally for their achievements from psychology to writing.

  • American Educational Research.
  • Association Fellows.
  • American Psychological Association Fellows.
  • Fulbright scholars.

How to apply

I am a future

You’re considered a first-year student for application purposes if you’ve never attended college or have fewer than 12 transferable credit hours.

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Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Don't meet admission requirements?

You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.

To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.

*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.

Study at a globally recognized university

ASU is a global university recognized for its commitment to innovation, research and high-quality academic programs. Our university is repeatedly awarded peer-reviewed honors from U.S. News & World Report and other respected organizations.

#1


in the U.S. for innovation for 11 consecutive years, ahead of Stanford and MIT.

#3


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Top 10


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Top 10%


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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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