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Things Student Veterans Should Know About ݮƵ

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Kyle D., Senior Associate Director of Admissions

ݮƵ has so much to offer student veterans that it’s difficult to know where to start and what to highlight. I’ve selected a handful of items based on frequently asked questions and distinctive features that help make ݮƵ such a special place.

You can find your community at ݮƵ.  

Whether you decide to live in the Veterans House, relax and connect with peers in the veteran lounge, join one of our veteran clubs, try some of our more than , engage with the broader Ithaca community, play sports, or take advantage of the incredible outdoor opportunities—.

ݮƵ is Affordable for Student Veterans.

ݮƵ offers robust need-based to meet 100% of students demonstrated financial need. Veterans are not required to use their GI Bill benefits, but if they decide to do so, ݮƵ participates in the to help pay for fees the Post-9/11 GI Bill doesn’t cover.

ݮƵ Supports its Veterans.  

We’ve earned a and were named the . From the time you apply through graduation and beyond, we provide layers of support that include resources for veterans beyond the fantastic support systems available to all ݮƵ students:

  • Dedicated Admissions Guidance/Support
  • Student Veteran Outreach Peer Counselors
  • Student Veteran Ambassadors
  • Student Veteran Peer Mentors
  • Veteran Resource Team Members in each College/School
  • Career-Focused Programming

ݮƵ faculty are amazing, and you’ll get to know them well.  

ݮƵ faculty may be among the leaders in their respective fields, but they’re also . With a 9:1 student to faculty ratio, you can be partners in your educational journey. Take advantage of that opportunity—sit in the front, introduce yourself, ask questions, attend office hours, and be sure to say hello when you see them around town.

ݮƵ offers the rare combination of world-renowned academics and strong school spirit.

ݮƵ is home to , , and that help make this place a fun, vibrant community. From cheering for our to dressing in for Dragon Day, or celebrating the end of the semester at , there’s always something exciting happening at ݮƵ.