Houston Christian University

HCU’s Mission

Serving those who served by empowering, equipping, and training military personnel, veterans, and their families with the resources and support needed to succeed in their work, accomplish their goals, lead in their communities, and take up “Missio Dei”.

Saving Money at HCU

• Scholarships and grants at HCU:
  • Freshman Merit Awards
  • Transfer Merit Awards
  • Additional Scholarships
  • Homeschool Student Scholarships
  • Graduate Scholarships
  • Teach Grant
  • Tuition Equalization Grant (TEG)
• Military student’s parking fees are covered by your VA benefits
• Online students qualify for tuition discounts
• Our Yellow Ribbon programs result in no out-of-pocket costs for veterans

Husky Veterans Association

• Career Services
• Social Events
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Networking Opportunities
• Entrepreneurship Support
• Mental Health Support
• Peer Mentorship
• Veteran Benefits and Disability Services
• Growth and Success Services
• Physical Health Services
• Financial and Legal Services

Houston Christian University Military & Veteran Support Programs

Houston Christian University offers the following veteran and military support programs:

• Houston Christian University has GI Bill approved programs
• Has a Student Veterans of America chapter
• Offers credit for military experience
• Awards credit for the CLEP
• Does not award credit for the DSST exams
• Approved for Tuition Assistance
• Houston Christian University is a Yellow Ribbon school
• Houston Christian University is not a MyCAA approved school

Does Houston Christian University offer online degree programs?

Yes, Houston Christian University offers online degree programs. 

Is Houston Christian University a GI Bill approved school?

Yes, Houston Christian University is a GI Bill approved school. However, you will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by the GI Bill. 

Is Houston Christian University a Yellow Ribbon school?

Yes, Houston Christian University is a Yellow Ribbon school.

Eligible military and veteran students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero tuition costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is 100% covered by the Yellow Ribbon. 

Does Houston Christian University offer Yellow Ribbon for master’s programs?

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred advanced degree program is in fact covered by the Yellow Ribbon. 

Does Houston Christian University offer a military discount or reduced tuition rates for military and veterans?

Yes, Houston Christian University offers a military discount or reduced tuition for military and veterans taking online classes.

What are Houston Christian University's military tuition rates for active military using tuition assistance funding?

Houston Christian University has not provided its tuition rates for active military.

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

What are Houston Christian University's online tuition rates for active duty military and veterans?

Active duty military and veterans qualify for online tuition discounts and may not have any out of pocket expenses. 

We recommend that you contact the school to verify that the courses you wish to pursue do not exceed the $250 rate cap for military tuition assistance.

Is Houston Christian University approved for Tuition Assistance?

Yes, Houston Christian University is approved for Tuition Assistance.  

Eligible students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket. You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance. 

Does Houston Christian University offer master’s programs covered by Tuition Assistance?

No, Houston Christian University does not have master’s degree programs covered by Tuition Assistance funding.  

Eligible active military students may have up to 100% of their tuition covered, with zero costs out-of-pocket.  You will need to check with the school to ensure that your preferred degree program is covered by Tuition Assistance. 

Is Houston Christian University a military friendly school?

Houston Christian University is considered military friendly. They feature a veteran counselor on campus, credit for military service, and are a Yellow Ribbon School.  In addition, the school is approved for tuition assistance offering a reduced tuition rate for the military.

Is Houston Christian University a MyCAA school?

No, Houston Christian University  is a Military Spouse Career Advancement Accounts (MyCAA) approved school.