FSU at Fort Liberty Learning Center

Summer Term - First Day of Class - June 5, 2023

Fort Liberty: June 5 - July 31, 2023

Fall Term I - First Day of Class - August 17, 2023

Fort Liberty & Hybrid: August 17 - October 10, 2023

Fall Term II - First Day of Class - October 12, 2023

Fort Liberty & Hybrid: October 12 - December 8, 2023

Classroom Location:
Liberty Training Education Center 4520 Knox Street, Fort Liberty in Building D.

Class Schedule:
Dynamic Schedule (uncecs.edu)

Military Tuition Scholarship for 2023-2024

Military Tuition Scholarship (uncfsu.edu)

April 4th: Summer and Fall 2023

Registration opens

Fayetteville State University is dedicated to serving those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces to ensure that you as a service member, veteran, or military dependent are given the most accurate and up-to-date information. Whether you are a first time military student of Fayetteville State University or a seasoned veteran at taking courses, our FSU Fort Liberty Learning Center homepage has information for everyone.

Why Choose FSU?

Whether you're in high school, already working, or transferring from another institution, FSU is a university that inspires you to set high expectations for yourself.  You can bet that we'll expect a lot from you - because we know the possibilities and the payoffs for your future are limitless.  We have thousands of successful alumni to prove it.  We will be actively involved in making the most of your FSU experience.

Admissions | Tuition Assistance | Registration | Resources | Financial Aid | Policies

Where Do You Fit?

• Undergraduate
• Graduate
• Readmit*
• Special Visiting

*Re-admission of Servicemembers and Reservist: You are considered a military readmit student if you have previously attended FSU but have not been enrolled for either a fall or spring semster. You will apply for readmission through either the Registrar's Office or the Office of Admissions, depending on how long you have been away and your status when you left FSU.  Click on the link to determine which office will process your readmission.

Military Admissions Guide

Undergraduate Applicants

Complete an online application through CFNC and the North Carolina Residency Determination form to get the process started.

Steps to Completing the Undergraduate Admissions Process

(The $50 Admissions application fee is waived for Active Duty Service and Veterans Members - Do Not Send Payment)

1. Apply to Fayetteville State University
2. Click on "New User"
3. Create an Account
4. Login and Complete the Application
5. Click on "Check or Money Order" as your payment method to submit the Application
   
   

*All applicants are required to complete the North Carolina Residency Form.

Steps to Completing North Carolina Residency Form

1. Create an account
2. Complete and Proofread the Profile Information
3. Say "YES" to claiming NC Residency (if you are active duty member stationed in NC or a dependent/spouse of an active duty member stationed in NC)
4. Say "YES" to claiming the Military Tuition Benefit
5. Upload a copy of the active duty member's orders showing that he/she is stationed at a permanent duty station in NC by the deadline date indicated by RDS
6. Write down the RCN# (Number) for future reference
7. Make sure the Tuition Status Says 'In-State', if not contact the RDS Office immediately.

Military Transcripts
JST:         Joint Service Transcript
CCAF:    Community College of the Air Force
CGI:       Coast Guard Institute
MCI:      Marine Corps Institute
DLI:       Defense Langauge Institute
DAU:     Defense Acquisition University

CLEP and DSST Test Scores
If you have taken any CLEP or DSST tests, your scores may qualify you to receive additional transfer credit.  You must submit an official CLEP or DSST transcript.

Official College Transcripts
A sealed, unopened copy of all official transcripts must be submitted for an official acceptance decision to be made.

Transcript Mailing Address:
Fayettevile State University:
Undergraduate Admissions
1200 Murchison Road
Fayettevile, NC  28301

Electronic Transcripts:  military@uncfsu.edu

Questions about Applying?
Contact: 910-672-2963/2966

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS OFFERED AT FORT LIBERTY

• Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice
• Bachelor of Science in Birth-Kindergarten (Non-Teaching)
• Bachelor of Arts in Intelligence Studies
• FSU-FTCC Intelligence Studies (Civil Affairs Track)
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology
• Bachelor of Arts in Political Science-Public Administration
• Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
• Bachelor of Arts in History
• Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies
  

For additional programs, go to the Program Finder

Graduate Applicants

MBA w/Specializations - apply directly to the Broadwell College of Business and Economics and complete the North Carolina Residency Determination Form
*All applicants are required to complete the North Carolina Residency Form.
Contact:  Mrs. Berrak Walters at  (910) 672-1218

Other Graduate Programs - apply through the Office of Admissions and complete the North Carolina Residency Determination Form
*All applicants are required to complete the North Carolina Residency Form.
Contact: Melissa Wells at (910) 672-1412

Steps to Completing North Carolina Residency Form

1. Create an account
2. Complete and Proofread the Profile Information
3. Say "YES" to claiming NC Residency (if you are active duty member stationed in NC or a dependent/spouse of an active duty member stationed in NC)
4. Say "YES" to claiming the Military Tuition Benefit
5. Upload a copy of the active duty member's orders showing that he/she is stationed at a permanent duty station in NC by the deadline date indicated by RDS
6. Write down the RCN# (Number) for future reference
7. Make sure the Tuition Status Says 'In-State', if not contact the RDS Office immediately.

*The $50.00 admission application fee is waived for Active Duty service members.

GRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMS OFFERED AT FORT LIBERTY

Masters of Business Administration (MBA) 

• General Business
• Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
• Enterepreneurship
• Finance
• Healthcare Management
• International Business
• Marketing
• Management
• Project Management
• Supply Chain Management
  Masters of Arts in Sociology
  Masters of Arts in Special Education
  Masters of Arts in Teaching, Middle Grades Education 6-9, Mathematics Speciality Area
  Masters of Arts in Teaching, Middle Grades Education 6-9, Science Speciality Area

For additional programs, go to the Program Finder

Military Tuition Assistance

Military Tuition Assistance (TA) is a government benefit paid to current members of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, and Coast Guard to assist with tuition expenses at a higher education institution. Below is information on the process to request Military Tuition Assistance.

Basic steps for requesting Tuition Assistance

1. Speak with the local Education Office to ensure you are eligible for Tuition Assistance.
2. Follow the instructions provided by the Education Office on how to request Tuition Assistance for your course(s) for your school.
3. The military approves your Tuition Assistance (TA) request(s).
4. Verify Student Accounts has received your approved Tuition Assistance (TA) to process.
5. Student Accounts (specifically, the Third Party Billing office) posts the TA (tuition assistance) credit to your account.  The invoice timeframe is between the 1st and 15th of each month.

Class Fees

Tuition Assistance (TA) usually pays for tuition and will not pay for fees. The student is responsible for paying fees to their school.

Grades

The student will be responsible to repay any Tuition Assistance (TA) funds received for grades that are not considered passing. The following grades are acceptable and will not be recouped:

• Undergraduate: Grade of 'C' or higher
• Graduate: Grade of 'B' or higher

Withdrawals and Refunds

If you withdraw officially from the University, your refund is subject to the Unviersity Withdrawal Policy. The purpose of student refunds is to reimburse students for monies paid in escess of tuition and fees. For more detailed information, visit the Student Accounts webpage.

Withdrawal for Extenuating Circumstances

Students may withdraw from individual courses or from the university for extenuating circumstances without the following academic penalty:

• WU will be recorded on the transcript;
• Course(s) count in attempted hours;
• Course(s) do not count for tuition surcharge;
• Course(s) do not count in GPA calculations;
• Course(s) will not count toward the withdrawal maximum of 16 hours;
• Course(s) are subject to Title IV regulation (SAP rules and calculations).

Extenuating circumstances include:

• Military Service Obligation: Duty on a voluntary or involuntary basis in connection with service in the Armed Forces, Reserves, or National Guard including, but not limited to active duty, active duty for training, initial active duty for training, and inactive duty training.
• Serious Medical Debilitation of the Student: Illness, injury, impairment, or physical or mental condition requiring inpatient care in a hospital, hospice, or residential medical care facility.

Documentation required includes:

• Military Service Obligation: Verification of the student's voluntary or involuntary basis in connection with service in the Armed Forces, Reserves, or National Guard including, but not limited to, active duty for training, initial active duty for training, and inactive duty training. Acceptable documentation may include, for example, copies of orders, letters from a commanding officer, etc.
• Serious Medical Debilitation of the Student: A certificate issued by the treating health care professional(s) stating each of the following:
  • Approximate date on which the student's condition began;
  • Extent to which the condition has impacted the student's pursuit of a degree;
  • Relevant and appropriate medical facts regarding the student's conditio

For more detailed information, visit the Student Accounts webpage.

Each branch has its own reguirements for eligibility. Click on the category below for information pertaining to the type of Tuition Assistance you would like to pursue.

Please note: DoD websites often have security certificates that are not automatically recognized by browsers on civilian computers. Therefore, the links provided below may prompt the user to check the certificate to determine if it is one you can trust before proceeding to the website.

Air Force Tuition Assistance

To determine if you are eligible for this benefit, view the benefit information on Air Force Portal.

• Cover Up to $250 per credit hour
• Annual aggregate limit of $4,500 per fiscal year
• May cover up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year

Click here: How to Apply for Air Force Tuition Assistance

Army-Reserves-National Guard Tuition Assistance

To determine if you are eligible for this benefit, view the benefit information on the Army Ignited website.

• Cover Up to $250 per credit hour
• Annual aggregated limit up to $4,500 per year
• May cover up to 16 credit hours per fiscal year

Click here: Tuition Assistance Checklist

Click here: Army Ignited and Tuition Assistance FAQs

Coast Guard Tuition Assistance

To determine if you are elgibile for this benefit, view the benefit information on the Coast Guard's Tuition Assistance Policies webpage.

• Cover Up to $250 per credit hour
• Active Duty or Reservists on long-term orders (180 days+) are eligible

Marine Corps Tuition Assistance

To determine if you are eligible for this benefit, view the benefit information on the U. S. Marine Corps Tuition Assistance webpage.

• Cover Up to $250 per credit hour
• Must be on Active Duty or "Activated Reservist" status
• Annual aggregate limit of $4,500 per fiscal year
• May cover up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year

MyCAA Tuition Assistance

MyCAA (My Career Advancement Account) Tuition Assistance covers tuition for eligible military spouses. To determine if you are eligible, view the benefit information on the MyCAA Portal or contact a counselor directly at (800) 342-9647.

• Spouses of Active Duty or Activated National Guard/Reserve members (pay grades E1-E5, W1-W2, and O1-O2) may qualify
• Must be on seeking a certificate or licensure
• May pay from $2,000 to $4,000 total
• Does not cover fees such as books, insurance, etc.

Navy Tuition Assistance

To determine if you are eligible for this benefit, view the benefit information on the U. S. Navy College website.

• Cover Up to $250 per credit hour
• Must be on Active Duty or "Activated Reserve"
• Annual aggregated limit up to $4,500 per year
• May cover up to 16 credit hours per fiscal year
• Tuition Assistance will only be approved after one year at first duty station

Click here: How to Apply for Navy Tuition Assistance

North Carolina National Guard (State TA)

ARMY COOL (Credentialing Opportunities On-Line)