Committed to Your Career, Dedicated to Military Success
The University of San Diego is a fully accredited, nonprofit university proud to support military-connected students and their families.
At the Hahn School of Nursing and Health Science, we offer mission-aligned master’s and doctoral programs tailored to the unique needs of active-duty service members, reservists, veterans, and their families.
We understand the importance of planning ahead and can accommodate early acceptance for programs such as Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT), Duty Under Instruction (DUINS), Medical Enlisted Commissioning Program (MECP), and others.
Military-aligned Nursing Education at USD
- DUINS- and MECP-approved
- Yellow Ribbon School
- Early acceptance available for AIFIT, DUINS, MECP, and other military-affiliated applicants
- Clinical placements available in civilian or military hospitals based on your interests
In-house Military Expertise & Support
We understand the unique needs and timelines of military-connected students and veterans because we have lived that experience. We are proud to have a dedicated military program specialist who:
- Brings more than 25 years of nursing experience
- Is a DUINS graduate with firsthand enlisted-to-officer experience
- Has worked with military advisory boards and specialty leaders
She is here to answer your questions, provide personalized guidance, and help you navigate the application process so you can find the right program for your career goals.
Email nursingadmissions@sandiego.edu to get started.
A Proud Partner of AFIT and DUINS Programs
We are honored to support the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy by offering qualified nurses and service members the opportunity to earn their master’s or doctoral degree through the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) or Duty Under Instruction (DUINS) programs.
Prospective Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), Nurse Practitioner, and Nursing Informatics applicants applying through AFIT or DUINS can expect dedicated support throughout the entire process — from application and enrollment to graduation and beyond.
For questions or guidance regarding the CNS or Nurse Practitioner programs, please contact Dr. Sheree Scott, program director and clinical associate professor, at shereescott@sandiego.edu. Nursing Leadership and Informatics applicants should contact Nadine Kassity-Krich, program director and professor, at nkkrich@sandiego.edu.
We also invite you to explore USD’s Military and Veterans Program to learn more about the resources, support services, and education benefits available to our military-affiliated students.
Supporting Veterans Through the Yellow Ribbon Program
The University of San Diego is a proud participant of the Yellow Ribbon Program.
The Yellow Ribbon GI Education Enhancement Program (Yellow Ribbon Program) is a provision of the Post-9/11 Veterans Educational Assistance Act of 2008, also known as the Post-9/11 G.I. Bill® or Chapter 33. The program allows institutions to contribute an amount of up to 50 percent of a veteran's unmet costs. Via the program, all Veteran, Active Duty Service Members, Spouses, and Dependent Children students 100% eligible for Chapter 33 Post 9/11 G.I. Bill® are granted additional funding for tuition.
To learn more about the Yellow Ribbon Program, contact USD's Military and Veterans Program at military@sandiego.edu.
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