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Offer all the resources necessary for our veteran and active military students to achieve their collegiate goals. The Veteran Resource Center is here to do just that, by assisting Adelphi’s veterans, active duty military students and related community. Active, reserve and veteran military students using Post-9/11 G.I. Bill benefits or any other veterans affairs program benefits can apply and enroll in any of our associate, bachelor’s, certificate, master’s or doctoral programs, and you will have access to our many resources that are available. Resource services include: Veteran Resource Center; Military policies, procedures and services; Application information; Academic offerings; Details on the G.I. bill and Support services. Call for detailed information.

Provides scholarships for Buffalo public and charter school students to attend college (certificate programs, 2-year and 4-year degree programs). Scholarships cover up to 100% of the tuition at any college or university in SUNY/CUNY system or at nearly 100 private colleges and universities after Federal, State, and institutional tuition aid has been applied.

Provides assistance for veterans who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits and services to which they are entitled by law based on service to their country.

Dedicated to fostering a sense of community and to developing a channel of communication among student veterans and with faculty, staff, administration and community. We welcome and support veterans and recognize the contributions they have made for our nation. We are also proud of the level of diversity and academic excellence that our veterans bring to our campus. Services for Veterans include: Counseling Referral; Ombudsman for Student Veterans; Support of Student Veterans of America (NCC Chapter); Educational and leadership workshops and Programs and Services. Call for more detailed information.

Provides intensive case management and comprehensive education advocacy, including tutoring for veterans and families in a long-term housing program.

Committed to providing support services focused on the holistic development of our students, intellectual, personal, and social needs. We work to achieve these goals through the development and implementation of programs, outreach efforts, policy advocacy and community partnerships designed to provide student support services focused on the special needs and requirements of veterans, service members and their dependents. The SUNY Stony Brook Office of Veteran Affairs goal is to strive to become one of the nation’s top military friendly schools by offering student military veteran population a wide range of support services, educating faculty and staff of their needs, and developing community support through many facets: Assessment; Retention; Increase enrollment; Outreach; Marketing; Student Services; Policy & Procedures and Alumni Programs. Contact the Office for more detailed support services offered.

Offers assistance to ensure veterans receive all benefits they may be entitled to under Federal and State law for their military service.

Offers staff which is ready to work with you to make earning your degree possible and affordable. Students can request a review of previous college credits and military training with our Evaluated Education Plan option. Empire State College serves not only active service military personnel, but also members of the following groups: Veterans; Department of Defense agency employees; Spouses of active duty and activated Guard and Reserve service members worldwide; Stateside Spouse Education Assistance Program and Tragedy Assistant Program for Survivors (T*A*P*S). Contact the Office of Veteran Military Education for more detailed information.

Offers law students child advocacy fellowships, and externships at area social service agencies, Nassau County courts and legal aid organizations. Encourages law students to pursue careers in child and family advocacy.

Through their AmeriCorps Partnership, students are offered the opportunity to earn college grants and benefits by completing community service hours. Required to serve 450 hours community service for a minimum grant of $1,750 for educational use. Registered Apprenticeship Programs utilize this partnership as a Direct Entry Provider.

Offers veterans admissions counseling, benefits and resources through the Student Veterans Organization (SVO). The SVO serves as a one-stop-shop for student veterans, addressing their specific academic and co-curricular needs. Run by fellow veterans, the SVO operates out of the Community Service Center and is the central organization for student veteran services and support. Call for more detailed information.

Coordinates scholarship funds created to assist families of people killed or permanently disabled in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Each fund has its own policies and requirements, including 2 or 4 year colleges, vocational schools, undergraduate or graduate study, etc. GO TO WEBSITE FOR COMPLETE LIST OF SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS AND OF INDIVIDUAL COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS.

Grants, scholarships and awards come from several sources, including the college, New York State and the Federal government. Other sources include funding from corporations, unions, trust funds, religious and fraternal organizations, and other associations. Grants, scholarships and awards do not have to be paid back. You should always explore the "free money" opportunities available to you before taking out a student loan.

Operates programs to benefit veterans and members of their families. Benefits include compensation payments for disabilities or death related to military service, pensions, education and training, home loan, burial and a medical care program incorporating nursing homes, clinics, and medical centers. Comprised of three organizations that administer veterans programs: the Veterans Health Administration, the Veterans Benefits Administration, and the National Cemetery Administration. Website access for resource and information.

Provides assistance for veterans who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits and services to which they are entitled by law based on service to their country.

Serves the veterans of Brookhaven by gathering and providing information of benefits offered by the VA, State, County and local governments. This includes, but is not limited to matters pertaining to educational training, employment, health and medical services.

Provides assistance for veterans who are having difficulty understanding and/or obtaining the full benefits and services to which they are entitled by law based on service to their country.

Provides assistance for higher education, as well as mental and physical health care to children who lost one or both parents in the fight against terrorism in the US Military. Call or visit website for further information.

Helps eligible New York State residents pay tuition at approved schools in New York State. Depending on the academic year in which you begin study, an annual TAP award can be up to $5,165. Because it is a grant, it does not have to be paid back.

Offers grants, scholarships and awards for eligible college students.

Provides youth, who are adopted and in foster care ages 8 to 21 educational and enrichment opportunities through the help of one-on-one mentors.