Center For Military And Veterans Services
Center For Military And Veterans Services

Use 30 military credits toward a bachelor’s degree

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OUR MISSION

Empower military-connected students by providing support, military benefit resources and meaningful programming that promotes community and academic success. Through strong relationships, community engagement and streamlined benefit services; we ensure every military affiliated student has the tools and support needed to thrive.

The mission of the Center includes:  

  • We plan impactful events, resources, classes and trainings that support the success of military-connected students. Designed to build community, enhance academic and career readiness, and ensure every student has access to the tools they need to thrive.
  • We ensure military-connected students receive timely, accurate support with education benefits and certification. Our team streamlines the process to help students access the resources they’ve earned and stay focused on their academic goals.
  • We create connections through prospective student engagement, resource sharing, volunteer opportunities and community engagement. We work to build meaningful relationships that support military-connected students and enhance our presence both on campus and in the broader community.
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Army ROTC students jog the MoWest campus single file with a golden flag raised.

Programs and services include:

  • GI Bill, military TA information and assistance  
  • In-state tuition  
  • VA work study  
  • Computers, WiFi and TV in the Lounge  
  • VA-Supported Education  
Army ROTC students jog the MoWest campus single file with a golden flag raised.

Center amenities include:

  • Break area with refrigerator, coffee, tea and microwave
  • Computers with CAC readers
  • Dedicated lounge space for students to study or hang out with other veterans
  • Office/meeting space for community resource partners and one-on-one conferencing  
  • Dedicated staff to help navigate the challenges unique to military-connected students 
Center For Military Veterans

AU-ABC

As a member of the Air University Associate-to-Baccalaureate Cooperative (AU-ABC),
MoWest offers a
completely online bachelor’s degree members
of the Air Force and Space Force.

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GEM Program

Missouri Western State University participates in the Community College of the Air Force’s (CCAF) General Education Mobile (GEM) program.

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Campus Counseling Center

MoWest students can utilize the Counseling Center on campus in Eder 203.

For more information visit the Counseling Center campus webpage.

To book an appointment, visit the Counseling Center scheduling page.

For after-hours support:

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1 (800) 271-TALK (8255)
Text HELLO to the Crisis Text Line: 741741
Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then press 1
In case of an emergency, contact University Police at (816) 271-4388 or dial 911

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Use ACE training credits toward a bachelor’s degree

Bachelor of Science in Technology

Don’t start over! 30 hours of ACE recommended military training credits can be used to build a foundation for a Bachelor of Science in Technology (BST) degree. 60 credits can be transferred if participating in the AU-ABC program. The credits are applied to the BST degree, not as electives.

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