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Sofia University

Costa Mesa, Palo Alto GI Bill Approved Yellow Ribbon Program

Overview

Sofia University, accredited by WSCUC, empowers students to achieve professional and personal success through small classes, individualized support, and career-focused programs in business, technology, and data analytics. With flexible hybrid learning, year-round enrollment, and STEM-designated degrees like the MBA in Data Analytics and MS in Computer Science, students gain both advanced knowledge and real-world experience, preparing them to excel in today’s competitive job market.

Locations

  • Costa Mesa: 3333 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, CA 92626
  • Palo Alto: 1069 E. Meadow Circle, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Class Format

  • Format: Online, Hybrid
  • On-site Frequency: At least visit once per month

Accreditations

  • Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)

Programs

Master's

  • MBA
  • MBA - Data Analytics
  • MS Computer Science

Doctorate

  • DBA
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Tuition Cost

  • Master's: $24,120
  • Doctor's: $51,300
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Military Education Benefits

  • GI Bill: ✅ Yes
  • Yellow Ribbon Program: ✅ Yes
  • BAH Rate: Please contact the school for detailed information.
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Enrollment Windows

Program Start Date / Application Deadline

  • Summer: Jul 6, 2026 / Rolling Basis
  • Fall: Sep 28, 2026 / Rolling Basis
  • Winter: Jan 11, 2027 / Rolling Basis

Tuition Cost and GI Bill Coverage

  • Master's: $24,120
  • Doctor's: $51,300

Tuition (Covered by GI Bill)

# of Credits $ Per Credits Total Tuition GI Bill Coverage
MBA 36 $670 $24,120 $24,120
MBA - Data Analytics 48 $670 $32,160 $32,160
MS Computer Science 42 $590 $24,780 $24,780
DBA 54 $950 $51,300 $51,300

Other Fees

  • $ 0
  • This GI Bill coverage is based on full benefits remaining. Any potential costs and coverage should be verified by the university before applying.

General Requirements

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  • Application Fee: $50
  • GPA Requirement: 3.0
  • GMAT/GRE Required: ❌ No

Military and Veteran Affairs

Students utilizing Veterans Affairs (VA) benefits, such as Vocational Readiness and Employment (Chapter 31), Post-9/11 GI Bill® (Chapter 33), and/or Yellow Ribbon Program, are responsible for providing specific documentation to Sofia University to ensure timely enrollment and access to educational benefits. This documentation is essential to verify eligibility and initiate the certification process with the VA.

Eligibility Documents for Using VA Benefits

  • R&E Chapter 31 VA Form 28-1905 or PO Authorizations (Authorization and Certification of Entrance or Reentrance into Rehabilitation and Certification of Status)
    OR
  • Post 9/11 GI Bill® Chapter 33 and Chapter 35 Certificate of Eligibility (COE) or Education Enrollment Status form (printed via va.gov )

Documents required by the School Certifying Official for VA certification:

  • Statement of Obligation & Responsibilities
  • Certificate of Eligibility
  • Certification request to use VA Vocational Rehabilitation or Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits

The VA requires the review of all prior credit, including official JST Transcripts:

  • Official JST Transcripts (jst.doded.mil/jst)
  • Official Transcripts: Other Institutions Transcripts (previously attended)

Credits Transfer

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