We are excited to announce the 10-year anniversary of the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA)! For a decade, OVMA has been dedicated to supporting and empowering our veteran and military-connected students. We invite you to join us in commemorating this significant milestone throughout 2024-2025.

Syracuse University has a long history of serving veterans and military-connected students, dating back to World War I and the post-World War II era when we welcomed home thousands of veterans through the G.I. Bill. The establishment of the OVMA in 2014 marked a significant milestone solidifying the commitment to this community and embedding it intrinsically into the culture of the campus. Our mission remains steadfast: to be the university’s central hub for all veteran and military-connected students, programs, and initiatives

Committed to being the “Best Place for Veterans™,” OVMA has achieved remarkable milestones, including:
  • Simplified Admissions Process: Streamlining the application process and waiving application fees for veteran and military-connected students, increasing enrollment by 300% over ten years.
  • Creation of Robust Support Systems: Establishing tailored support services to address the unique needs of veteran and military-connected students.
  • Innovative Career Services: Developing innovative, career programming that has led to a 100% placement rate for student veterans.
  • Community Building: Fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment through various initiatives and affinity groups.
  • Partnerships and Collaborations: Building strong relationships with campus and community partners, employers, and organizations to expand opportunities for our students.
  • Scholarship Programs: Securing significant funding for scholarships, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder educational pursuits.
  • Recognition and Awards: Consistently ranked annually in the Top 10 Military Times Best Colleges for Vets ranking.

A Decade of Dedication

For over a decade, the Office of Veterans and Military Affairs (OVMA) has been dedicated to supporting the educational and personal growth of our veterans and military-affiliated students.

As we celebrate these accomplishments, we remain committed to building on this foundation of success. With your continued support, we look forward to another decade of empowering and uplifting our veteran and military-affiliated students. Join us in commemorating our journey and envisioning a brighter future for our community. With your help, we can continue this vital work for another ten years and beyond.

$391K increase in giving from 2022 to 2023.

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Explore our journey and see why Syracuse University stands as a leader in veteran support.

This collection of videos highlights our commitment to veterans, showcasing Syracuse University’s unique
resources and historical dedication to those who have served. From the WWII era to today, discover why Syracuse is the best place for veterans and how we continue to open doors for America’s heroes.

OVMA’s Accomplishments

FINALCIAL SUPPORT AND SCHOLARSHIPS

  • $135M+ in VA education payments facilitated since 2015.
  • $22M+ in Yellow Ribbon scholarships awarded.
  • $391K in scholarships for 41 military-connected students in 2022-2023.
  • $31K in emergency funding provided in 2022-2023.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS

  • 400+ undergraduate student veterans graduated since 2014.
  • 570+ military-connected undergraduates graduated since 2014.

ROTC & ECP EXCELLENCE

  • 240+ Army cadets commissioned since 2014.
  • 89 Air Force cadets commissioned since 2014.
  • Highest enrollment of Army Early Commissioning Program (ECP) students in the nation over the last 20 years.

COMPREHENSIVE SUPPORT PROGRAMS

  • Office of Veteran Success
  • Vet-Success on Campus
  • OVMA Resiliency Program

VETERAN CAREER SERVICES

  • 100% job placement rate for undergraduate student veterans for over six years.
  • 160+ unique career services events since 2015.
  • 15 exclusive employer networking receptions.
  • $100,000 internship awards.

NATIONAL RECOGNITION

  • Consistently ranked among the top universities for veterans.
  • Notable alumni:
    Col (Ret.) Eileen Collins ’78
    SGT William Shemin ’1924.
The OVMA was honored to host Bob Lyons and the Syracuse DKE brothers in support of the James Lyons '03 Sons & Daughters Memorial Scholarship Fund. It was truly inspiring to see our community come together for such a meaningful cause. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate and support this special legacy!
Today's Hometown Hero is none other than our very own Michael Frasciello, @syracuseu alum and Dean of the @suprofessionalstudies!From his roots in New Jersey, to a decade of service in the @usairforce, to leading Syracuse University’s College of Professional Studies, Mike Frasciello has consistently pursued growth and service.Inspired by his family’s proud military tradition, Mike enlisted in the Air Force, where he supported missions like Desert Storm.Today, he’s dedicated to expanding educational access for non-traditional students and veterans at SU. We’re grateful to Dean Frasciello for the lasting impact he’s making on our community! 🍊
The Be a Pilot experience during Orange Central Homecoming is taking off! ✈️ This sold-out event, hosted by the @afrotc_det535 at the NVRC, gives attendees an exclusive chance to test out a flight simulator and meet SU Air Force ROTC cadets. We’re excited to share this unique hands-on glimpse into the Air Force ROTC curriculum with our @SyracuseU community! 🍊

The OVMA was honored to host Bob Lyons and the Syracuse DKE brothers in support of the James Lyons ’03 Sons & Daughters Memorial Scholarship Fund. It was truly inspiring to see our community come together for such a meaningful cause. Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate and support this special legacy! https://bit.ly/4eeNUvW

Today’s Hometown Hero is none other than our very own Michael Frasciello, Syracuse University alum and Dean of the Syracuse University – College of Professional Studies! From his roots in New Jersey, to a decade of service in the United States Air Force, to leading Syracuse University’s College of Professional Studies, Mike Frasciello has consistently pursued growth and service. Inspired by his family’s proud military tradition, Mike enlisted in the Air Force, where he supported missions like Desert Storm. Today, he’s dedicated to expanding educational access for non-traditional students and veterans at SU. We’re grateful to Dean Frasciello for the lasting impact he’s making on our community! 🍊 https://veterans.syracuse.edu/blog/2024/11/02/hometown-hero-mike-frasciello/

The Be a Pilot experience during Orange Central Homecoming is taking off! ✈️ This sold-out event, hosted by the Syracuse University-Air Force ROTC Det 535 at the NVRC, gives attendees an exclusive chance to test out a flight simulator and meet SU Air Force ROTC cadets. We’re excited to share this unique hands-on glimpse into the Air Force ROTC curriculum with our Syracuse University community! 🍊