At Brenau University, we hold the highest respect for active duty military and veterans, and feel honored that so many students choose Brenau as the place to earn an education while also serving our country. The sacrifices made by military members and veterans do not go unnoticed at our university, and that’s why we will work with you to make sure you can pursue your career dreams in a way that best fits your schedule. Whether you need assistance balancing your military duties with coursework, or have questions about veteran or military tuition discounts, we’re here to help.
Why Brenau University?
- Small class sizes with more individualized attention
- Flexible online and hybrid courses that cater to your schedule
- Experienced professors who care about your success
- Diverse community of students, faculty and staff
- Accessible Financial Aid for those who qualify
- Seven-week timeframe for most courses
- Tiger’s Den and SUB in Gainesville
- Active chapter of Student Veterans of America (SVA)
Costs and Discounts
Brenau offers two levels of military discount:
- Active duty military personnel are eligible for a $250 per credit hour ($750 per 3 hour class) tuition rate. Due to this reduced rate, they are not eligible for institution aid. However, they may apply for applicable Federal/State aid.
- A 10% reduction in tuition is available for:
- Veterans
- Spouses and dependents of Active Duty service members.
See if you qualify for military tuition discounts or VA education benefits
Visit our VA Education Benefits page or Military Discount Program page to receive detailed information about which benefits you may qualify for.
Military estimated cost of books (annually)
- Undergraduate:
- $1,300
- Graduate:
- $987
Annual costs vary by program of study.
Campus Bookstore
Brenau offers both an online bookstore and an on ground bookstore on the Gainesville campus. Textbook rentals are also available. To find the books needed for your classes, visit our online bookstore. Make sure to have your course list handy when viewing our selection. Click on the “Textbook” tab on the bookstore page to search for the books you need.
Fees
- Course Add/Drop
- $25.00 one-time
- Graduation
- $100.00 one time
- Official Transcript
- $12.50 one time
- University Services Fee
- $325.00 per term
- Aramark Flex Bucks
- $60.00 per term
- I&I Development Fee*
- $112.50 per term*
- Late Registration Fee
- $75.00 one time
- Return Check Fee
- $40.00 one time
- Deferred payment fee (3 payment option)
- $35.00 one time
- Deferred payment fee (4 payment option)
- $50.00 one time
- Deferred payment fee (5 payment option)
- $60.00 one time
* Varies – based on 2.5% of tuition cost each semester
