Army and Army Guard

Welcome, Soldiers!

As a soldier, you've earned well-deserved benefits to help you pay for college. We want to make sure you receive them. Thank you for your service protecting our freedom and the people of the world.

Get Credit for Service

While serving, you’ve also taken military and job specific courses that are worth college credit.  By accessing your coursework from AARTS, you can also apply credits that you’ve earned toward a Davenport degree.  

These earned credits have enabled many service men and women to finish an associate's or bachelor’s degree in one to two years.

Step 1: Apply Online

Apply now. Waive the $25 application fee by selecting the "Pay Later" option.

Step 2: Order Military/Civilian Transcripts

Have all previous civilian education and military transcripts sent to Davenport University at: 

Davenport University Registrars Office
6191 Kraft Ave. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49512

Request your Army transcripts (for Active, Reserve and National Guard) be sent to the above address:

Step 3: Apply for GI Bill Benefits

If you are separated from the Army, Reserves or Army Guard, you may be eligible for GI Bill benefits. Before you apply for GI Bill benefits, email or call 800-686-1600:

Step 4: Apply for Federal Tuition Assistance (FTA)

Available if you are currently serving on active duty, Reserves or National Guard.

Active Army / Army Reserve

Army National Guard

Once you have an account for your component of service, the remaining steps are the same:

  1. Select Davenport University as your school.
  2. Make sure you have the correct course information on your paperwork.
  3. Have your FTA and applicable paperwork approved, as outlined by Army policy.

When you have your approval for college and FTA form submitted and approved, email or call 800-686-1600:

Step 5: Email a copy of the following documents to Adam Betz or Jonathan Highman. 

  • Veteran: DD-214 Member 4 copy
  • Still Serving: Copy of military ID (front side only)

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