Yes, we’re serious about seriously affordable education. That’s why Degrees+ is purposefully priced at just $6,370/year, which is well below the full Pell Grant of $7,395. With tuition this low, it opens up 3 paths to fully funded college:

1. Federal financial aid (including Pell Grants available to those who qualify—1 in 2 Americans do)

2. Employer education benefits (including Guild and Amazon Career Choice)

3. Military education benefits (including the GI Bill and Yellow Ribbon Program)

If you’re eligible for any of these benefits, you could earn your degree through Degrees+ and pay $0 out of pocket.

Plus, Degrees+ tuition includes everything you need. No textbooks. No hidden fees. No nonsense. Because we believe the true cost of college should be transparent and planning for college should be simple.

So far, we’ve saved our students millions of dollars in tuition fees. Let’s see how much we can save you!

GGU’s programs are approved for the following tuition benefits for qualifying veterans:

Chapter 1606 Montgomery GI Bill®: Selected Reserve

Chapter 30 Montgomery GI Bill®: Active Duty

Chapter 31 Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E)

Chapter 32 Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)

Chapter 33 Post 9/11 Tuition/Fees & Yellow Ribbon Program

Chapter 35 Survivors' and Dependents' Educational Assistance

Active Duty Tuition Assistance

Last year, over 1,300 students  used their GI Bill® benefits to save money on their education at GGU. (Source: VA) Visit the GI Bill® website or call 1-888-442-4551 to see if you qualify.

Absolutely! Both service members and dependents find the flexibility and career outcomes they're looking for in Degrees+. With many military spouses facing underemployment or unemployment, Degrees+ can help them gain in-demand skills and credentials to level up their career or re-enter the workforce.

Eligible military spouses and dependents can qualify for a variety of financial assistance, including:

up to 36 months of education benefits through the GI Bill®

up to $4,000 of tuition assistance with a Career Advancement Account Scholarship (MyCAA)

federal grants and low-interest loans by submitting the FAFSA

Golden Gate University has been a proud member of the Yellow Ribbon Program since its inception in August 2009. In fact, GGU is in the top 15% of US colleges and universities who have committed to a large grant to the Yellow Ribbon Program for veterans to start or complete their educational goals.

Yes, you'll be able to complete your Degrees+ courses anywhere in the universe with wifi and a laptop or desktop computer. (Tablets and cell phones do not meet our requirements.) Learn on your own schedule with streaming pre-recorded lectures and interactive course materials available 24/7, plus weeklong exam windows so you can choose the time that’s right for you.

The Helen Diller Center for Veterans of US Military Service at GGU offers specialized support for military students and alumni.  Strategic career management services can help you identify transferable skills for civilian positions and communicate the value of your experience to employers. Plus, with resume and cover letter reviews, mock interviews, networking opportunities, and confidential career counseling, you’ll be well prepared for any career you choose.

All US students age 13 or older with a high school diploma or equivalent (GED, CHSPE) are eligible to apply, except for residents of: Alabama, Arkansas, D.C., Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Wisconsin, US Commonwealths (Puerto Rico, Upper Mariana Islands), and US Territories (Guam, American Samoa, US Virgin Islands). We also welcome international students (with TOEFL or equivalent).

Applying is simple: no SAT/ACT needed, and no interviews. Complete your application in just 15 minutes, and get a response in less than 2 weeks!

We’re all about flexibility. If you’ve got a need for speed, you can go from orientation to graduation in as little as 20 months full-time (with no breaks). If part-time study is more your speed, the program could take 2-4 years to complete. Our enrollment counselors can help you map out a schedule that meets your goals and fits your life. No matter what you choose, your advisor will help you stay on track to graduate by your goal date.

We have 3 terms a year (each 15 weeks long), starting in Spring, Summer, and Fall. Be sure to apply by the deadline for each term.

We make it easy for you to transfer credits, so you can pick up where you left off. Golden Gate University will accept up to 45 transfer credits to count toward the associate degree, including 12 credits for previous military service or work experience. Our enrollment counselors will help you track down your transcripts from up to 5 institutions and ensure you get the most transfer credits possible.

Yes, degrees from Golden Gate University are fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges and nationally recognized by the US Department of Education.

Accreditation matters! It shows that schools are providing high-quality learning and demonstrating continual self-improvement. And it means the credits you earn will have a higher level of acceptance at other schools across the US, so you have more options for the next step on your academic journey.

Absolutely. Every school approaches the transfer process a little differently, but rest assured, Outlier-earned college credits have successfully transferred to hundreds of institutions, including Harvard, NYU, and many more. No matter where you decide to go next, we’re here to advise you, advocate for you, and guide you through the entire process.

If you'd like to continue at Golden Gate University, we make it even easier. With a Degrees+ GPA of 2.5 or higher, you're guaranteed acceptance into any GGU bachelor's degree program—and you’ll get a 30% tuition discount! Your close family will be eligible for a 20% discount on undergraduate and graduate degree programs too.