We treat you how we want to be treated
That is because our veteran and military resource center is staffed by veterans. We want to provide the best possible higher education experience in appreciation of your service to this country. This is why we have a staff dedicated just to you.
Tuition Benefits & Assistance
The following military-aligned students receive the State University of New York’s affordable in-state tuition rates, regardless of where they reside:
- Active-duty service members
- Reservists and National Guard members
- Veterans
- Spouses and dependents of active-duty military servicemembers
In addition, SUNY Empire waives all fees (except service-related fees and fees for residency-based courses) for active-duty servicemembers, reservists, National Guard, veterans, and their spouses.
Contact your service branch education counselor for information and processing of tuition assistance.
Once you have determined your TA eligibility, please reach out to an Empire Military Outreach Coordinator at military.programs@sunyempire.edu for assistance. They will provide you with a free Evaluated Education Plan which includes your previous college credits and credit earned through military service.
Approved TA documents can be emailed to kimberly.durant@sunyempire.edu or faxed to Student Accounts, Attn: Military Accounts Coordinator at 518 580-4863
To view your estimated cost of attendance, visit the SUNY Net Price Cost Calculator. The SUNY Financial Aid Plan will provide a more accurate analysis of your cost once you’ve filed your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), submitted your admissions application, and are accepted to SUNY Empire.
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Tuition Benefits & Assistance
The following military-aligned students receive the State University of New York’s affordable in-state tuition rates, regardless of where they reside:
- Active-duty service members
- Reservists and National Guard members
- Veterans
- Spouses and dependents of active-duty military servicemembers
In addition, SUNY Empire waives all fees (except service-related fees and fees for residency-based courses) for active-duty servicemembers, reservists, National Guard, veterans, and their spouses.
Contact your service branch education counselor for information and processing of tuition assistance.
Once you have determined your TA eligibility, please reach out to an Empire Military Outreach Coordinator at military.programs@sunyempire.edu for assistance. They will provide you with a free Evaluated Education Plan which includes your previous college credits and credit earned through military service.
Approved TA documents can be emailed to kimberly.durant@sunyempire.edu or faxed to Student Accounts, Attn: Military Accounts Coordinator at 518 580-4863
To view your estimated cost of attendance, visit the SUNY Net Price Cost Calculator. The SUNY Financial Aid Plan will provide a more accurate analysis of your cost once you’ve filed your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), submitted your admissions application, and are accepted to SUNY Empire.
For information about visit Tuition and Fees for Military and Veteran Students
Requesting Military Transcripts
Our Office of Veteran and Military Education is available to assist you throughout your studies at SUNY Empire State University. Contact us at military.programs@sunyempire.edu or 518-587-2100 ext. 2779 if you have questions.
UNDERSTANDING THE POST-9/11 GI BILL®
The Post-9/11 GI Bill® provides financial support for education and housing to individuals with at least 90 days of aggregate service after Sept.10, 2001, or individuals discharged with a service-connected disability after 30 days.
LEARN MORE >>FOR POST 9/11 GI BILL® STUDENTS - IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE MONTHLY HOUSING ALLOWANCE (BAH)
The Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) has designated Empire State University a distance learning institution, which means that Post-9/11 (Chapter 33) eligible students attending Empire State University will receive the online training housing allowance, rather than the in-resident housing allowance (referred to as the BAH). For the most current housing allowance information, look on the VA Benefits website for more information.
Students wishing to receive the in-resident housing allowance while enrolled at SUNY Empire can work with their mentor to identify a residency or in person study group or cross-register for a course at another school that meets the in-resident housing allowance requirements of the Department of Veteran Affairs. For more information about cross-registration, contact the Veteran and Military Resource Center (VMRC) at: Military.programs@sunyempire.edu or Kimberly Durant (Student Accounts) at 518-587-2100, ext 2334.
CHAPTER 31: VA VETERAN READINESS AND EMPLOYMENT EDUCATION PROGRAM
VA Veteran Readiness and Employment is a program whose primary function is to help veterans with service-connected disabilities become suitably employed, maintain employment, or achieve independence in daily living. The program offers a number of services to help each eligible disabled veteran reach her/his rehabilitation goal. These services include: vocational and personal counseling, education and training, financial aid, job assistance, and, if needed, medical and dental treatment. Services generally last up to 48 months, but can be extended in certain instances.
CHAPTER 31: BENEFITS
A veteran may be eligible for Veteran Readiness (Chapter 31) benefits if they:
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Are or will be discharged under other than dishonorable conditions
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Incurred or aggravated a service-connected disability which entitles them to VA disability compensation
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Need vocational rehabilitation due to their service-connected disability creating an employment handicap
An eligible veteran generally has 12 years from the date they are notified of entitlement to VA compensation to use their Chapter 31 benefits. The VA may approve an extension of time and/or length of training in certain cases.
A veteran who is eligible for an evaluation under Chapter 31 first must apply for services and meet with a counselor. The counselor will work with the veteran to determine if an employment handicap exists as a result of his/her service-connected disability. If an employment handicap is established and the veteran is entitled to services, the counselor and the veteran will continue counseling to select a track of services and jointly develop a plan to address the veteran’s readiness and employment needs.
For more information, go to www.vba.va.gov/bln/vre. Form 28-8832 is an application for counseling only. Do not use this form to apply for veteran readiness and employment benefits (Chapter 31). Use VA Form 28-1900, Disabled Veterans Application for Vocational Rehabilitation. These forms are available at www.va.gov/vaforms. You can apply online at www.gibill.va.gov
Financial Aid for Veterans and Military Personnel
Military Corner: An HESC site that provides information on student loans and eligibility for New York state grants and scholarships for military personnel and their families either stationed in New York, or who are New York state residents.
NYS Recruitment Incentive and Retention Program Website provides general program information and information on contacting your Educational Incentive Program directorate.
Federal VA Educational Benefits website
Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFROTC) Scholarships
Disabled Soldier Support System: Provides information on numerous issues including educational and scholarship opportunities for disabled soldiers.
Army Families Online: Provides information on numerous issues including scholarship opportunities for military personnel, veterans and their families.
AMVETS: Provides information for veterans and active military.
Salute National honor Society
The SALUTE National Honor Society was founded in 2009 to recognize the college-level academic achievements of service members and veterans. Empire State University became a chapter member in 2016 to highlight the academic excellence and service to country our military students demonstrate.
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SUNY Empire’s Veteran and Military Resource Center Staff is ready to work with you to make earning your degree possible and affordable.
> 800-847-3000, ext.2779
> military.programs@sunyempire.edu