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OVERVIEW OF GI BILLS

Virginia International University is proud to assist United States Military, Veterans and their dependents, who are eligible for the various Educational Assistance programs offered through the Department of Veterans Affairs. VIU’s Certifying Officials will guide you throughout the application and admission process and make the process of enrolling in university courses as simple as possible.

There are many Educational Assistance programs offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs. For more information on each program, please click below.

WHY VIU

Reasons why VIU is the best choice for you:

We are located in Fairfax, Virginia, one of the best and safest places in the U.S. and close to the nation's capital, providing students with the flexibility to enjoy the tranquility of Northern Virginia or the multi-cultural atmosphere Washington, D.C. has to offer. Fairfax County is among the three wealthiest counties in the U.S. and is known as the birthplace of the Internet. In Fairfax County, the unemployment rate is very low. Northern Virginia is known as 'Silicon Valley II' because the headquarters of many high tech and IT companies are located here. Thus, there are numerous opportunities for your future career. The opportunity to study and learn with students from around the world. We have a diverse faculty and student population, providing students with a comfortable learning environment. The opportunity to study with professors who bring the highest level of training and experience to the classroom. We have very qualified professors who have both educational and practical experience in their fields of expertise. We provide individuals with the capacity and the discipline necessary for continuous learning. We help students gain self-confidence through small classes and individualized attention. We offer very affordable tuition rates and payment plans. Tuition scholarships are available for graduate and undergraduate students. We update our educational programs to keep pace with the latest developments in technology and teaching methods. We provide customized programs, as well as daytime, evening, and weekend hours for working individuals. We are like a family, with faculty and students alike working together to achieve a common goal – educational success

STAFF

Isa Sarac, PhD	President
Sue Ann Myers, BSW	Vice President of Business Affairs
Badamsukh Yadamsuren, MBA	Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs
John L. Bennett, MLS	Associate Vice President of Learning Services Director of Library
Sergei Andronikov, MBA, PhD	Interim Dean, School of Business
Goran Trajkovski, PhD	Dean, SCIS & Online Education
Johnson Kinyua, PhD	Full Professor, School of Computer Information Systems
Dominika Braverman, BA	Assistant Director, Institutional Effectiveness Planning & Research
Yoko Uchida Gursen, MBA	Registrar
Claudia Trower, MBA	Director of Finance
Idris Ulas, MMIS	Director of Marketing
Emily L. Kraus, MS	Director of Student Affairs
Prashish Shrestha, MIS, MBA	IT Manager
Heidi M. Rodeffer, BFA	Human Resources Manager
Shilpa Sainath, MBA, MS	Director of Career Center
Yanal Rawashdeh, MBA	Admissions Manager Agent Liaison Officer
Evgeniia Bondarenko, MBA	Executive Assistant, President
Hilary Kozikowski, BS	Communications Coordinator
Connie Lee, M.S.Ed	ESL Program Director
Yobi Park, MBA	Business Manager
Emily Leighty, BA	Student Affairs Assistant
Martha Huaman, BA	Admissions Officer
Tiffaney Hickman, MS	Admissions Officer
Yanisse Berrios, BS	Academic Coordinator, School of Business
Christina L. Koonts, MA	Director of University Advancement
Priscila F Dos Santos Chrappah, MBA	Student Recruitment Representative
Leon Liu, BS	Student Recruitment Representative
Nitesh Pradhan, MIS	System Support Technician
Thais Price, MBA	International Student Advisor, DSO
Lizbeth Del Giudice, MBA	Registrar Assistant, DSO
Pornkamol Prinyaruk, MBA	Student Life Coordinator
Smita Maskey, BS	Accounting Assistant
Dawn Bray, BS	Human Resources Assistant
Erinda Birko, BA	Learning Services Assistant
Aliya Alimujiang	Student Accounts Assistant
Busanee Kithararak, MA	Communications Coordinator
Katie Winters, BS	Admissions Assistant

FACULTY

General Education Department

Arjun Paudel, PhD Beata McBride, MA Breana Bayraktar, MEd Carol DeLaney, MA Dragana Vasiljevic, MA Eder Lemus, MS Fouad Moumen, PhD Jason Fairman, MA Marion Rogers, MPA Thomas Kraus, MS

School of Continuing Education

Anthony Annan, MBA Bengu Gerek David Coia John L. Bennett, MLS Marietta Bradinova, PhD

FACULTY

School of English Language Studies

Ana-Maria Nuevo, PhD Annika Lentzkow, MA Beata McBride, MA Breana Bayraktar, MEd Claire Gimble Connie Lee, M.S.Ed Darina Olefirenko Fatima Osipowicz, MA Jennifer Norviel Jennifer Swanson John L. Bennett, MLS Lauren Pollard, MA Marietta Bradinova, PhD Matthew Lorthioir, BA Pauline E. Herpy Wendy Cramer

FACULTY

School of Computer Information Systems

Abdelrahim E. Abdelraof, MS Bashir Kassim, MS Dalal Alarayed, PhD Goran Trajkovski, PhD Hany Eldeib, PhD Jack Chao, MS Johnson Kinyua, PhD Manuel Medrano, MS Martin Ignatovski, MS Miriam Masullo, PhD Mohamed Morsy, PhD Pamella Johnson, MSc Rasoul Ahari, MS Saiid Ganjalizadeh, PhD Salman Qureshi, MS Sameer Chandra, MS Shuangbao Wang, PhD Stacey Banks, MS, MBA Saythavy Clements (Toni), MA

FACULTY

School of Business

Alireza Khorsand, PhD Angelina Evans, MA Anthony Annan, MBA Badamsukh Yadamsuren, MBA Bonnie Heineman Wolfe, MBA Breana Bayraktar, M.ED Catherine Price, JD Chandra Ranade, PhD Cliff Musimenta, MBA David Glazer, PhD Dereje Tessema, PhD H. Anthony Crossman, DBA Jason C. Cherubini, MBA, CPA Jeff Young, MBA Jennifer Bailey, PhD John McLemore, JD Jon Zampedro, MBA Joseph Long, MHA Mark Hopson, PhD Miroslava Lutova, MA, MBA Mohammad Nourbakhsh, MA Nathan A. Minami, PhD Paul Ahn, MS Rigoberto Luis, MA, MBA Saeed N. Tabriz, PhD Sergei Andronikov, MBA, PhD Sergey Ivanov, PhD Shawn Richmond, PhD Stephen Onu, PhD Terry Camden, D. Ed. Thomas Seneca, MBA Victoria Ashiru, DM

About School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development at VIU

About School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development at VIU

Lifelong Learning for Career Professionals Would you like to sharpen your career skills, increase your professionalism (and marketability) and learn about the latest trends, technologies, and strategies? If so, Virginia International University's School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development (SCE) is just for you! Our SCE programs provide just-in-time training for career professionals with real-world do-it-now application. Would you like to increase your English language communication skills? Computer skills? Business skills? Leadership ability? Are you a teacher, health care provider, business professional, IT professional, call center representative, or simply a person who is looking to switch careers or excel in the one you already have? Would you be interested in coming to the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area for short-term educational programs at Virginia International University's modern campus that run for two days, two weeks, or two months? Would you like to find a program that can arrange your hotel accommodations, transportation, meals, and even optional sightseeing for you during your visit? If so, Virginia International University's SCE programs are just for you! Welcome to Virginia International University's School of Continuing Education and Workforce Development (SCE). Read on to learn more about our lifelong learning programs for career professionals just like you!

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS AT VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS AT VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Certificate programs at Virginia International University are an excellent opportunity for career professionals who want to sharpen their skills in their field or for individuals who are looking to gain skills in a specific field before they enter an academic program.

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES AT VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES AT VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

At Virginia International University, students are able to receive a Bachelor’s degree in either Business Administration or Computer Science. Through both of these programs, students are eligible to participate in both internship programs (CPT) as well as Optional Practical Training.

GRADUATE DEGREES AT VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

GRADUATE DEGREES AT VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

Virginia International University offers graduate degrees in three areas: Business, Information Systems and Computer Science. Through these programs, students will be provided with opportunities to gain knowledge in core areas ranging from International Finance to Information Technology.