Funding for Military Friendly Colleges in Connecticut
There are many military friendly colleges in Connecticut. In 2017, 853 Connecticut schools received Post 9/11 GI bill funds for over 77,000 students totaling over $491 million dollars.
There are six active programs offering benefits for veterans’ education. All of these can be used to help fund a college education.
- Post 9/11 GI Bill
- All Volunteer Force Educational Assistance Program (MGIB-AD)
- Educational Assistance for Members of the Selected Reserve (MGIB-SR)
- Reserve Educational Assistance Program (REAP)
- Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance (DEA)
- Post Vietnam Era Veterans Educational Assistance Program (VEAP)
The most-used benefit program is the Post 9/11 GI Bill. At Connecticut colleges, 80% of the beneficiaries used the Post 9/11 GI Bill to help fund their education.
| Military Program | # of 2017 veterans eaRNING aid at Connecticut colleges |
|---|
| Post 9 / 11 | 4,407 |
| MGIB – AD | 102 |
| MIGB – SR | 624 |
| REAP | 2 |
| DEA | 392 |
| VEAP | 0 |
Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, VA
2020 Top 15 Military Friendly Colleges in Colorado
These top 15 military friendly colleges in Connecticut are listed based on the total amount of Post 9/11 GI Bill benefits awarded in 2017 and 2018. Most of these schools take part in the Yellow Ribbon Program, a part of the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Under the Yellow Ribbon Program, the colleges and the VA pay the tuition and mandatory fees not paid for by the GI Bill.
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $4.16M
The University of New Haven was recently ranked one of the “Best Colleges for Veterans” by US News & World Report. This makes it a prime candidate for the “Military Friendly Colleges in Connecticut” list. Their Veteran Success Advisors assist military and veteran students from registration through graduation. The University’s Veteran Success Center is a designated lounge and study space for military and veteran students with access to computers and free printing.
The University of New Haven provides early course registration for military and veteran students and does offer credit for military training. The University is a participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program and offers an unlimited number of students per year an unlimited maximum contribution each year, per student.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $21,607
Grad: $21,607
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 1,274
Grad: 250
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 83%
Part Time: 67%
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $3.03M
Quinnipiac University was named one of the best military friendly colleges in Connecticut for four-year colleges in the country for veterans by Military Times. They’ve long been committed to helping veterans reach their educational goals. Quinnipiac accepts military credit for academic credit.
Quinnipiac University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and offers 50 students an award of up to $15,000 per year, per student.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $29,739
Grad: $13,748
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 115
Grad: 42
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 75%
Part Time: N/A
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $2.30M
Post University has been providing education benefits to
military personnel and their families since 1976. As part of the school’s
Military Program, they assign specially trained Military Finance Specialists to
assist military members and veterans in using educational benefits. For the
fifth consecutive year, Post University was selected by Victory Media for the
Military Friendly School Award.
Post University is a participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program and offers an unlimited school contribution each year an unlimited number of students. The university offers credit for military training.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $5,599
Grad: $4,258
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 578
Grad: 97
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 69%
Part Time: 73%
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $2.12M
The University of Connecticut has been ranked as a “Best for
Vets College” by the Military times and a “Best College for Veterans” by U.S.
News and World Report. UConn’s Veterans Affairs & Military Programs (VAMP) helps
military and veteran students to adjust to student life.
The University of Connecticut participates in the Yellow Ribbon Project. UConn waives the application fees for veterans and those currently serving in the military, for both the undergraduate application and the graduate school application. The University also offers credit for military training.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $14,209
Grad: $15,683
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 141
Grad: 62
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 88%
Part Time: N/A
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $1.70M
Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) is committed to
meeting the needs of all its students. The Office for Veterans/Adult
Students was established in 1975 to accommodate the hundreds of Vietnam
veterans flooding into college and this office assists military members and
veterans with all aspects of student life. SCSU’s Veterans’ Center offers a
meeting place with computers and comfortable furniture where students can
study, socialize or relax between classes.
Southern Connecticut State University offers and participates in several tuition programs specifically for service members and veterans, including tuition assistance, tuition waivers, and Tuition Assistance Top-Up for active duty military.
SCSU’s participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program is limited to 50 students per academic year on a first come first served basis with an unlimited contribution per year, per student. Military training may be accepted for credit.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $9,457
Grad: $8,641
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 160
Grad: 34
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 67%
Part Time: N/A
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $1.55M
Central Connecticut State University (CCSU) is a member of
Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges. The Office of Veterans Affairs assists
veterans, service members, and dependents with the transition from military
life to campus culture. CCSU’s Veterans Drop-In Center is a place for student
veterans to study, network, utilize computers, have lunch, share conversation,
and participate in the Student Veterans Organization (SVO) as well as other
veteran-related activities.
The University offers credit for military
training and participates in and offers many military/veteran specific tuition
policies.
Central Connecticut State University is a participant in the Yellow Ribbon Program and offers 50 students per year an unlimited school contribution each year, per student.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $7,171
Grad: $6,905
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 171
Grad: 30
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: Part Time: 67%
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $1.30M
Goodwin College understands and respects the needs of veteran students. The College has a Veteran Coordinator to help military students and veterans with the resources and support they need.
Goodwin College participates in the Post 9/11 Yellow Ribbon Program. The school offers 50 students per year a maximum school contribution per year of $5,800.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $17,134
Grad: N/A
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 93
Grad: 0
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 100%
Part Time: 100%
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $0.98M
University of Hartford offers a dedicated point of contact
for support services for veterans, military servicemembers, and their families
and has a student veteran organization. The University offers credit for
military training.
Participation in the Yellow Ribbon Program is available on a first come, first serve basis up to 100 students and offers a max contribution of $8,112.49 per year, per student.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $22,990
Grad: $ 6,845
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 51
Grad: 9
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 100%
Part Time: N/A
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $0.89M
Western Connecticut State University (WCSU) offers a full
variety of degree programs, internships, and unparalleled Veterans Affairs
educational benefits expertise. Their Student Veterans Organization
(SVO) is comprised of student veterans who wish to support and serve other
veterans. The SVO club offers four semi-private workstations equipped with
computers, a TV lounge, and snacks.
WSCU participates in the CT State Veterans
Tuition Waiver program and offers credit for military services.
Western Connecticut State University is a participant in the Yellow Ribbon Project and offers up to 25 students per year up to $23,927 per student, per year.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $3,967
Grad: $3,163
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 74
Grad: 12
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 90%
Part Time: 75%
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $0.89M
Sacred Heart University is dedicated to military heroes and
their families. SHU’s Veterans Resource Center (VRC) is
a designated space on campus where SHU’s Student-Veterans can meet with one
another and learn about resources available to them both on campus and in the
community. Hearts United is a student club that exists for the purpose of
helping veterans and active duty military personnel. The Veteran’s Student
Association educates the University community on life as a veteran and advocates
on behalf of student veterans.
Sacred Heart University offers several veteran discounts for
tuition and offers credit for military training.
SHU participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program. The University offers an unlimited number of students an unlimited school contribution each year, per student.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $25,595
Grad: $12,049
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 55
Grad: 27
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 100%
Part Time: N/A
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $0.89M
Wesleyan University has a dedicated point of contact for
support services for veterans, military servicemembers, and their families. Wesleyan
Student Veterans Organization (WESVO) assists military members and
veterans with adjustment from military life to student life.
Wesleyan University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Each year, the University offers 100 students an unlimited maximum school contribution, per student.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $36,206
Grad: N/A
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 33
Grad: N/A
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: 100%
Part Time: 100%
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $0.81M
The University of Bridgeport is proud to serve those who have served. The Veterans’ Oasis at UB helps ensure participants the advocacy they need to succeed in the transition to life after military service. The Oasis features a study space, a computer, and an open lounge where veterans can relax, network, study, or socialize.
The University of Bridgeport participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and offers 150 students an unlimited school contribution each year. The University also has tuition policies specifically for Veterans and Servicemembers.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $16,895
Grad: $10,636
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 28
Grad: 32
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: N/A
Part Time: N/A
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $0.60M
Eastern Connecticut State University assists veterans in
making the transition from their military service to higher education. Eastern’s VA
Certifying staff can assist veterans with obtaining educational benefits
that are available to them. Eastern also supports veterans through
their Veterans Education and Transition Services (VETS) Center. The University
offers credit for military training and experience.
Eastern Connecticut State University participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program and offers 25 students per year an unlimited school contribution.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $9,020
Grad: $4,743
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 70
Grad: 5
Full Time: 90%
Part Time: 33%
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $0.54M
Yale University’s connections to the military are long-standing. Yale is one of the first colleges to partner with Service to School. This is an organization that supports veterans in their college search process. The Warrior-Scholar Project, founded by Yale alumni, offers free summer academic workshops at college campuses throughout the country to enlisted veterans planning on attending college. The Yale Veterans Association (YVA) is dedicated to recognizing the importance and value of military service.
Yale participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program. Yale College offers an unlimited number of undergraduates up to $10,500 per year, per student. Yale University also offers an unlimited number of graduate students up to $9,000 per year, per student.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $50,182
Grad: $32,203
# of Students Earning 9/11 GI Bill Benefits
Undergrad: 27
Grad: 50
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: N/A
Part Time: N/A
Total Post 9/11 GI Bill Sum Awarded in 2017: $0.40M
Albertus Magnus College provides educational support to veterans, active duty service members, reservists and dependents of veterans. The Student Veterans Association (SVA) provides a safe environment for student veterans. This helps individuals transition from military life to the college community.
Albert Magnus offers credit for military training. The College participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program by offering an unlimited number of students up to a $5,000 contribution each year, per student.
Average Post 9/11 GI Bill Benefits Awarded
Undergrad: $11,409
Grad: $10,962
# of Students
Undergrad: 20
Grad: 18
Retention Rates For Students Who Receive Benefits
Full Time: N/A
Part Time: N/A
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