For over 50 years, Saint Martin's has supported the educational journeys of our active military, veterans and their families. We understand the immense value your skills and experiences add to our community, and we are on a mission to provide you with the support you need to transform yourself personally and professionally, during your time of service and beyond.
Explore information for our military and military-affiliated community, including how to navigate your application and transition to Saint Martin's.
WaV2T includes three technology program pathways for veterans, transitioning active duty members and spouses. Each program takes 16 weeks to complete and includes built-in career support.
Pursue your degree at your convenience - through our satellite campus located on Joint Base Lewis-McCord.
Spend time with your peers in the Veterans Center and connect with staff dedicated to supporting you on your academic journey.
With a vibrant veterans club leading activities throughout the year, you'll always have a new adventure on the horizon.
Get to know our community by exploring our military photo albums.
Military Friendly® school Gold distinction six times (VIQTORY)
1st Purple Heart University in Washington (Military Order of the Purple Heart)
Military Friendly® spouse school designation (VIQTORY)
Ranked #14 in "Best Colleges for Veterans" by U.S. News and World Report in 2022
Ranked among the nation's top supportive military colleges
Saint Martin's participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, which pays for tuition that exceeds the established thresholds under the Post 9/11 GI Bill®. Unlike some institutions – which limit the number of students who can participate in the program and select recipients on a first-come, first-served basis – Saint Martin’s automatically enrolls all eligible military-affiliated students into the program.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website.
* A coordinated veteran support team
* A holistic support program that includes veteran-specific orientation programming, peer mentoring, proactive advising and coaching, an early alert system, and intentionally designed cocurricular engagement
* A career development program to facilitate veteran students’ workforce readiness
A designated academic advisor will help you transition to Saint Martin's.
Saint Martin's offers the ROTC program and Green to Gold through a partnership with Pacific Lutheran University.
Senior veteran students are paired with new students for mentorship.
The Vet Corps Navigator serves as a peer contact for veterans and provides information on VA benefits and campus resources.
The Lacey Veterans Hub near campus offers an option for VA work study.
Do well in your classes and join a community of a high-achieving veterans.
Need accommodations? Our friendly staff at Disability Support Services (DSS) are ready to make your education work for you.
The Center for Student Success offers free tutoring and writing assistance.
Saint Martin's has many military veteran faculty, tutors and staff on campus.
For our veterans and military-affiliated students, our main campus Veterans Center provides a hub of support, resources and community.
Harned Hall 211
We'd love to show you our beautiful campus, introduce you to our community and provide you with the information you need to determine if we are a good fit. Give us a call or come visit!
Old Main 256
Washington Vets to Tech (WaV2T) staff supports the WaV2T program. For more info, text 360-252-9265 or call 360-688-2970.
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