Veteran and Military Programs

We are offering Virtual Drop-In Hours on Tuesdays beginning June 22 to August 13 from 4 - 5:30 pm. Please join us via Zoom.

The Veteran and Military Programs Office supports, empowers, and encourages all veterans, service members, and their dependents and survivors through services and programs designed to:

ensure that all educational benefits and other entitlements are received,
assist in the transition from service to active contributing members of the campus, and
facilitate academic success, professional growth, and meaningful employment.

Veteran, service member, dependent, and survivor are defined in the following ways for CUNY data collection:

Veteran—One who was in active military service (including basic training) and was released under a condition other than "dishonorable."
Service Member—A person currently serving in the armed forces of the United States, whether on active duty or reserve or in the National Guard.
Dependent—Spouses, children, or some other familial relationship of a veteran or service member or service member totally and permanently disabled by a service-connected disability.
Survivor—Spouses, children, or some other familial relationship of a veteran or service member who is deceased.

Admission and Financial Support Programs

Assistance with direct admission
Application fee waiver
Priority registration
Assistance in obtaining military transcripts
60 days tuition deferment
Assistance with discharge upgrade
Special scholarships for dependents of deceased veterans
Disabled veterans book cost programs
Transfer Credits

Military Benefits

Assistance with filing all GI bill benefits and entitlements
Certification and validation of educational benefits in compliance with current Veterans Administration regulations
Updated information regarding changes in educational benefits, federal laws, and support services
Advisement on additional entitlements under federal and state law regarding financial aid for war veterans

Returning From/Leaving for Active Duty

Veterans called to active duty must contact the Veteran and Military Programs Office to submit a copy of their orders.

Academic and Personal Support

Assistance with course planning to ensure academic success
VA tutorial assistance
Peer mentoring
A safe space for camaraderie and mentorship for all student veterans, service members, dependents, and survivors

Access to Campus and Community Resources

Personal counseling
Immigration
Substance abuse services
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) counseling
Referrals to New York City agencies and community-based organizations when needed