The Best Place for Veterans
Syracuse University’s commitment to veteran and military-connected students dates back more than 100 years. Each year, more than 1,300 veteran and military-connected students pursue their education here, on campus and online, supported by a dedicated staff focused on your academic and post graduation success in the National Veteran Resource Center, a first-of-its-kind national facility built for our veteran and military-connected community.
Find Your Degree
Syracuse University offers nearly 600 programs across 13 schools and colleges. Whether you study full-time on campus, part-time online, or through a hybrid format, you will find options that align with your experience, goals, and schedule.
UndergraduateFrom top-ranked academics and groundbreaking research to powerhouse athletics and a vibrant campus community, Syracuse University’s opportunities for experiential learning and leadership prepare graduates to make real-world impact from day one. The College of Professional Studies is Syracuse University’s college of continuing and professional education, offering online undergraduate and graduate degrees, workforce-ready credentials, credit and non-credit certificates, and executive education. The college’s career-focused online degrees are designed specifically to maximize transfer credit and to award credit for military technical training and Professional Military Education, ensuring that prior learning and service are recognized and rewarded. |
GraduateThe Graduate School oversees Syracuse’s academic policy, graduate degree and certificate program, and the professional development programs for graduate study at Syracuse University. |
LawAt Syracuse’s College of Law, you’ll learn and lead with top scholars and professionals who will mentor you on your path to a thriving legal career. |
Yellow Ribbon
Eligible veterans, active duty and dependents using the Post-9/11 GI Bill at the 100% tier can be eligible for full coverage of tuition and fees covered through Syracuse University’s Yellow Ribbon Program, on campus or online.
✓ Unlimited scholarships, no cap on participants
✓ Unlimited institutional contribution, no dollar limit
✓ Undergraduate, graduate, and law programs
✓ Online and on-campus options
Learn More About Yellow Ribbon Scholarships
Why Syracuse?
A Legacy That Shaped Veterans’ Education: Syracuse University’s Chancellor William Tolley was instrumental in advocating for drafting and securing the original G.I. Bill in 1944. That commitment remains foundational to our University today.
One Point of Contact: The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA) is a single point of entry and support for all veteran and military-connected programs and services, on campus or online.
Maximized Credit for Military Service and Transfer Credit: Syracuse University accepts up to 90 credits of transfer and credit equivalency (Technical Training, PME, etc.) for online and on campus undergraduate degrees.
Dedicated Benefits Support: The Office of Veteran Success (OVS) manages VA benefits certification so you can focus on your studies, wherever you are learning.
Career Dedicated Career Services: Veteran Career Services provides career preparation, employer connections, mentorship, and internships, on campus and online.
National Veterans Resource Center: The NVRC is the first facility of its kind, home to the OVMA, Army & Air Force ROTC, and the Student Veteran Organization (SVO).
Your Community
Syracuse University has one of the largest and most active veteran communities among private universities. Whether on campus or studying remotely, you have access to peer support, mentorship, and resources designed specifically for veteran and military-connected students.
Student Veteran Organization: Peer support, resources, and advocacy for veterans, military-connected students, and military family members. Dedicated veteran’s lounge and study space. Online students can participate through virtual events.
OVMA Connect Mentorship: A network of Syracuse alumni and professionals available to all students regardless of location.
OVMA Resiliency Program(ORP): ORP aims to provide comprehensive support to address academic, financial, physical, and social needs, with a special emphasis on personal and mental well-being.
D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF): The IVMF is higher education’s first interdisciplinary academic institute, singularly focused on advancing the post-service lives of the nation’s military veterans and their families to serve those who have served.
Start Your Next Journey Today
Office of Veteran and Military Affairs: vma@syr.edu | 315-443-0141
Questions about VA Education benefits? Contact the Office of Veteran Success.