CollegeScholarships.org listing of scholarships for veterans.
Heroes’ Legacy Scholarship for unmarried dependents of the fallen or disabled under age 23.
Student Services
Library Services
Syracuse University has a reference librarian dedicated to helping veteran and military students. They can help with papers, research projects, and simply using the many library services. Click Here For More Information
Abby Kasowitz-Scheer
Bird Library, Room 200
315-443-1943 | askasowi@syr.edu
Freshman/Transfer Forum
Syracuse University offers a Freshman and Transfer Student Forum for incoming student veterans to facilitate transitioning, academic mapping, and encouraging meeting fellow veterans. Contact: Jennifer Jeffery at jjeffery@syr.edu
Freshman/Transfer Forum is a small-group, seminar-like class, helps new students discover all that The College, SU, and the surrounding communities have to offer. Forum groups are comprised of approximately 16 students and are led by faculty and staff members, who are well acquainted with aspects of college life that are important to students. Groups meet weekly and are uniquely focused, depending on the interests and background of the forum leader. Discussions revolve around current issues, personal growth and goal setting, becoming an active member of an academic community, and exploring the liberal arts. Forum groups attend several activities together over the six-to eight-week program
Financial Literacy
Financial Literacy is knowing what to do to achieve financial independence, and actually doing it. A Navy Veteran and former Financial Advisor, Derek coaches from years of personal experience. At your one-on-one sessions, you will discuss what it takes to become a million-dollar veteran, such as building a budget, getting out of debt, setting financial goals, buying vs. renting, protecting your assets, saving, and investing for the future.
Email Derek Brainard (FinLit@syr.edu) for a coaching session, or stop by 200 Bowne Hall on Thursdays from 2-4 pm for student-veteran drop-in hours.
Financial Aid
Syracuse University is committed to supporting those who have served our country. If you are a veteran, Syracuse University’s Veterans Resource Center will assist you with Veterans Affairs (VA) and provide a welcoming space for you and your family on campus.
Please visit the Veterans Resource Center to utilize your veterans benefits and get the documentation you’ll need to begin the certification Process. It is important that you report your status as a veteran to the Financial Aid Office as federal, state and institution financial aid is coordinated through the Financial Aid Office, in conjunction with information received from the Veteran Resource Center.
Disability Services
Syracuse University values diversity and seeks to promote equal access to educational opportunities for all students, including SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry. The mission of the Office of Disability Services (ODS) is to engage the University Community to empower students, enhance equity and provide a platform for innovation and inclusion. Click Here For More Information
Counseling and Wellness Center
The Counseling Center encompasses services addressing mental health, sexual assault and relationship violence, and substance abuse issues. The center is staffed by experienced clinicians and are on campus to assist students in addressing concerns related to adjusting to college life.