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 1,000 military-connected students pursue their education here, on campus and online supported by dedicated veteran services staff, a career center exclusively for military-connected students, and a first-of-its-kind national facility built for the 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.
UndergraduateChoose from nearly 600 undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs within our 13 schools and colleges and embrace the interdisciplinary nature of Syracuse University’s academic options. The College of Professional Studies is a global, inclusive and future-facing college that offers students a Syracuse University degree, credential, certificate or educational experience from anywhere in the world. Part-time, online, and on-campus programs with flexible formats allow students to excel in a way that best suits their lives. |
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.
Dedicated Benefits Support: The Office of Veteran Success (OVS) manages VA benefits certification so you can focus on your studies, wherever you are learning.
100% Job Placement: Graduating undergraduate student veterans achieve 100% job placement.
Career Services Exclusively for Veterans: Veteran Career Services provides career advising, employer connections, mentorship, and internships, on campus and online.
National Veterans Resource Center: The NVRC is the first facility of its kind, housing the OVMA, the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF), ROTC programs, and a Veterans Lounge. Online students visiting campus are welcome.
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 military-connected students.
Student Veteran Organization: Peer support, resources, and advocacy for veterans, military-connected students, and military family members. 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.
Veterans Lounge: Dedicated space in the NVRC for on-campus and visiting students.
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.