Getting Started

1. Complete the online application. Once the application is submitted, you will receive an email confirming receipt. Be sure to indicate you are military & veteran affiliated, therefore your application fee will be waived. Be sure to click the “submit” button when you are finished.
2. Your credentials will be reviewed upon receipt of your application, payment and academic records. As an MDCP degree candidate, once you receive your academic program assessment, you are urged to contact the Office of Military & Veteran Enrollment & Outreach department at 609-777-5696 (Option #2) to work with your Enrollment Counselor for program planning (Register for courses that will complete your degree requirements).
3. If you are interested in Tuition Assistance, please see your TA counselor at the Education Center on base to proceed through the TA process and register for a course. You may submit the approved TA voucher using the TA Upload Form.
4. Bachelor degree students are required to take 24 credits. Associate degree students are required to take 12 credits.

Next Steps

Important Note: If academic records are not sent by the Education Office they must be sent directly from the academic institution where you earned credit. Once we receive all your academic credentials and your file is complete, we will complete your academic program assessment. A personalized program plan will then be developed that will serve as your guide to degree completion. At this point, you need only select the option that best meets your needs and register for that option. 

Registration Schedule

Online courses are structured on a 12-week timeframe. Guided Study courses are also structured on a 12-week timeframe. New terms beginning every month and registration is ongoing. To participate in the courses of your choice, you are encourage to register early! 

Military Documents

• Colleges and Universities (transcripts from all colleges attended must be included)
• College-Level examination scores (CLEP and DANTES scores will be taken off the student’s JST transcript)
• Certificates & Licenses (a notarized copy of the license or certificate and a current renewal card, if appropriate, must be attached to the application.)
• ACE courses recommended for credit