Student Support
Students at Vanguard University have plenty of resources available to them.
The Student CARE Team has published a reference brochure with information about warning signs, campus resources that you can refer to students, and examples of when to refer students for more intensive care.
The Academic Resource Center (ARC) and fellow departments are committed to academic success and recognize the unique characteristics of each student. We seek to provide an atmosphere of inclusion and understanding that supports student academic growth and personal development. We empower students to remain enrolled and progress in a program of study, to flourish academically, and to prevail to graduation. Please explore the support available on the ARC webpage.
The O. Cope Budge Library acquires, manages, and promotes the use of information resources in a user-centered environment. The library links students, faculty, and staff to an increasingly global body of knowledge. The library faculty teach critical thinking skills in the research process, and promote the ethical use and evaluation of information resources. The library faculty and staff promote personal enrichment, foster multicultural appreciation, and encourage lifelong learning. For more information please visit the O. Cope Budge Library webpage.
Disability Services at Vanguard University exists to provide representation, access, service, reasonable accommodations, and community support to students with learning, physical, medical, and psychological disabilities through communication, advocacy, and collaborative services. For more information please visit the Disability Services webpage.
Students come to the Vanguard University Counseling Center (VUCC) for a variety of reasons. Some are looking for help in coping with the pressures associated with a challenging academic environment or adjustment to college life. Others want to learn how to be more effective in developing, negotiating, or maintaining relationships with others. Counseling can be beneficial for students who are feeling depressed or anxious, as well as those who want to examine their beliefs or explore their current life situation. For more information please visit the VUCC webpage.
The mission of the Health Center is to provide quality health and wellness care as a supplement to the student’s existing health care plan for acute illnesses and injuries in a safe, comfortable, and confidential environment. For more information please visit the Health Center webpage.
Campus Public Safety‘s mission is to provide a safe and secure environment for our students, visitors, faculty and staff. Our goal is to reduce or eliminate crime and safety hazards on campus. We do this by partnering with you in upholding all university campus rules, regulations, and all applicable laws and ordinances. This partnership allows for a safe and secure atmosphere where students and employees are able to pursue their life’s goals. For more information please visit the Campus Public Safety webpage.
Career Services‘ mission is to equip you to prepare and stand out as you pursue your career. Discover your interests, values, and abilities as you transition into meaningful life work. We are here to provide relevant resources, avenues for exploration, and experienced career advising. For more information please visit the Career Services webpage.
The Student Accounts Office is responsible for semester billing and collection of tuition and fees, payment and refund processing, and providing general assistance to students regarding their account with the University. Student Accounts is committed to providing outstanding service to ensure that students understand and may effectively manage their accounts. Whether via website, telephone, or in person, we hope your time spent working with us results in a positive experience and provides the information you are seeking. For more information please visit the Student Accounts webpage.
The Financial Aid department is committed to counseling, advising, and educating our campus community with the utmost care. We provide students with the resources to make a Vanguard education financially attainable by balancing responsible stewardship of all financial aid funds with student-centered values. For more information please visit the Financial Aid webpage.
The Veterans Center at Vanguard University exists to engage student veterans in the pursuit of academic and personal success. For more information please visit the Veteran’s Center webpage.
