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Military Benefits Accepted
Westcliff University proudly accepts military tuition assistance and veteran education benefits to reduce or eliminate the cost of attendance.
Post - 9/11 GI Bill®
Assists with tuition and fees that go beyond the limits of the Post-9/11 GI Bill®, usually eliminating out-of-pocket expenses for approved students.
Yellow Ribbon Program
Helps qualified veterans and their families cover all or part of tuition and training costs.
Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E)
Offers funding for education, job training, and career services to veterans with qualifying service-connected disabilities.
Montgomery GI Bill® Active-Duty
Provides a monthly education benefit for active-duty service members who have paid into the program.
Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
Available to members of the Selected Reserve, including National Guard and reserve units of all military branches.
VA Education Benefits for Survivors and Dependents
Offers education support for spouses and children of veterans who meet VA eligibility criteria.
Entrepreneurship Training
Prepares veterans for small business ownership through specialized education and business-related training.
License and Certification Testing Reimbursement
Pays for testing costs related to professional licensing or certification in eligible career paths.
Advance Your Career After Service
With flexible hybrid programs, VA benefits, and career-focused degrees, Westcliff is built for veterans.
Why Veterans Choose Westcliff for the MBA Program
Get leadership and business expertise through Westcliff University’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program – created for U.S. veterans, active-duty military, and military-affiliated students ready for fields like finance, marketing, technology, healthcare, and more.
- Leadership-Focused Curriculum
- Practical Learning Experience
- Flexible Hybrid Format
Study in Irvine, CA — a safe, welcoming city with strong veteran support.
Apply Today – Limited Seats Available!
What You’ll Learn
- Analyze and solve complex business problems using real-world data and evidence-based decision making.
- Work in diverse teams to develop creative and strategic solutions.
- Gain hands-on experience with companies through the SMART MBA Capstone.
- Understand business operations across industries like marketing, finance, IT, hospitality and tourism, healthcare and more.
- Apply ethics, cultural sensitivity, and innovation in leadership roles.
Program Highlights
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36 Credit Hours of advanced core coursework + optional concentration program with 12 credits, totalling 48 credits.
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Practical Learning Experience (PLE) required for graduation.
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Access to faculty with industry experience and mentorship focus.
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Online or on-campus format for comfortable and flexible scheduling.
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Courses delivered in 8-week sessions with bi-weekly live classes.
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Smaller class sizes for the best quality of education.
Who Should Apply?
- U.S. veterans or active-duty service members
- Applicants holding a bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution
MBA Concentration Options
In addition to core coursework, students can choose a concentration to get a more personalized MBA experience. Some of the available concentrations include:
- Entrepreneurship
- Financial Management
- Global Business
- Healthcare Administration
- Strategic & Innovative Leadership
MBA Concentration Options
- Applied AI in Business
- Financial Management
- Business Analytics
- Cybersecurity
- Digital & Strategic Marketing
- Information Technology Management
- Information Technology Project Management
- Web Development & Design
From Military to MBA
You bring real-world experience and expertise – qualities that matter in business. Westcliff’s MBA program is built to work with your military benefits to help you move forward with purpose.
Accreditations
Western Association of Schools and Colleges
U.S. - Accredired Master’s Degree
Why Westcliff?
Flexible Hybrid Learning
Study in the Heart of Innovation
Industry-Driven Curriculum
Thrive in a High-
Demand Job Market