Earn Your Doctorate in Computer Science Using Military Education Benefits

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Military Benefits Accepted

Westcliff University proudly accepts military tuition assistance and veteran education benefits to reduce or eliminate the cost of attendance.

Post - 9/11 GI Bill®

Supports eligible veterans and family members by covering full or partial tuition and training costs.

Yellow Ribbon Program

Assists with tuition and fees that go beyond the limits of the Post-9/11 GI Bill®, usually eliminating out-of-pocket expenses for approved students.

Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E)

Offers funding for education, job training, and career services to veterans with qualifying service-connected disabilities.

Montgomery GI Bill® Active-Duty

Provides a monthly education benefit for active-duty service members who have paid into the program.

Montgomery GI Bill® Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)

Available to eligible members of the Selected Reserve, including all major U.S. military branches.

VA Education Benefits for Survivors and Dependents

Offers education support for spouses and children of veterans who meet VA eligibility criteria.

Entrepreneurship Training

Prepares veterans for small business ownership through specialized education and business-related training.

License and Certification Testing Reimbursement

Pays for testing costs related to professional licensing or certification in eligible career paths.

Advance Your Career After Service

With flexible hybrid programs, VA benefits, and career-focused degrees, Westcliff is built for veterans.

Why Veterans Choose Westcliff for the DCS Program

Advance your tech career with Westcliff University’s Doctor of Computer Science (DCS) program—designed for U.S. veterans, active-duty military, and military-affiliated students ready to lead in advanced computing and research-driven fields.

Mission-Driven Curriculum

The Doctor of Computer Science (DCS) program is tailored for experienced professionals seeking to drive innovation in computing. It supports veterans transitioning into research, academic, or high-level industry roles.

Practical Research & Industry Alignment

Students apply theoretical frameworks and research methodology to solve real-world computing problems, drawing on their leadership and analytical skills developed through military experience.

Career-Driven Degree Programs

Westcliff programs emphasize practical skills and real-world outcomes. Choose from high-demand fields such as business, education, technology, law, and engineering—ideal for post-service career goals.

Flexible Hybrid Format

Convenient, flexible hybrid format: Online coursework with one weekend per semester on campus.

Study in Irvine, CA — a safe, welcoming city with strong veteran support.

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What You’ll Learn

Conduct advanced, original research in computer science and related fields
Apply high-level theory to practical challenges in cybersecurity, AI, and cloud architecture
Build academic, technical, and leadership skills for long-term career growth audiences
Publish research and present findings in professional and scholarly forums

Program Highlights

48 Credit Hours of advanced core coursework

Optional 12 Credit Certificate Concentrations in:
Cybersecurity
Cloud Engineering
Artificial Intelligence

Dissertation focused on solving real-world computing challenges

Courses include:
Cybersecurity
Operating Systems
Data Structures and Computation
Cloud Engineering
Cloud Architecture
Research Methods

Who Should Apply?

U.S. veterans or active-duty service members

Applicants holding a master’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited institution

Those with a minimum GPA of 2.5

Accreditations

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

U.S. - Accredired Master’s Degree

Take the Next Step Toward Tech Leadership

Ready to turn your service experience into a leadership role in computing?

Learn more today to begin your doctoral journey using your military education benefits at Westcliff University.