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Veteran Affairs

Veteran Affairs at Alfred University

Alfred University is dedicated to supporting military service members, veterans and dependents in their educational goals. Our veteran support team will assist in your transition to Alfred in any way they can, from health and wellness to academic services to assisting you with your VA education benefits.

As a student veteran, you may receive college credit for prior military school attendance and your military experience. This means that you may have a head-start on earning your degree, depending on the program and accepted credits. You may also be eligible for additional resources and financial aid through other scholarships and programs.


Dedicated Services for Student Veterans

Military & Academic Coach
Once a student at Alfred University, the Military & Academic Coach will be assigned as part of your advising team for the duration of your time here at AU. They will assist you in navigating higher education to ensure a successful transition through college; providing help in areas such as academics, careers, disability services and financial assistance.

Academic Success/Services Consultant
A designated member of the Center for Academic Success is made available to aid any military affiliated student in disability services, tutoring services and special accommodations. This Academic Success Consultant will work with you to make sure you get the proper resources inside the classroom and strengthen your college level skills.

Wellness Center Services
The Health and Wellness Center is comprised of several experts in their fields to provide a holistic approach to your physical and mental wellbeing. Most services are free of charge and conveniently located right on campus. Our counseling staff is trained in PTSD/ trauma services and are committed to ensuring each and every veteran feels supported and accepted when reaching out for assistance.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website.

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Paying For College

At Alfred University, we understand that the tuition assistance and GI Bill® process can be long and confusing. The University is proudly enrolled in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Let our staff help you through the process and give you the resources that will make the process easier.

Submitting your Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is still very important as a student veterans. Apply for grants, scholarships, and other forms of financial aid exclusively offered to student veterans looking to attend college. AU is proud to also offer additional aid and scholarships to qualifying student veterans.

Military Grants, Awards & Financial Aid

2022-23 Military Friendly® School

Institutions earning the Military Friendly® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2022-2023 survey with 665 earning special awards for going above the standard.

Military Friendly Website
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