Veteran Support Services | Queens College, CUNY

” Discimus ut Serviamus: We learn so that we may serve”

Welcome to the Veteran & Military Support Services

Queens College is dedicated to fostering a sense of community and developing channels of communication among veterans, military personnel, and dependent students, and enhancing their experience on campus. The college welcomes and supports these individuals and recognizes the contributions they make as citizens and as students. We are proud of the level of diversity and academic excellence they bring to our school.

VMSS has been designed specifically to address the multiple needs of veteran and military students at QC. The VMSS team offers collaborative academic and supportive services in each of the offices listed under Related Links. In addition, we provide referrals to local community and government agencies that can offer assistance with housing, medical, and mental health issues.

If you are interested in studying at Queens College, we invite you to visit our campus and explore our wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. For information on how to apply, please contact our Office & Military of Veteran Support Services.

Additional Services

G.I. Bill® benefit exploration for student veterans and military dependents
Department of Defense (DoD) Tuition Assistance (TA) program
Dedicated staff members to help with the transition back to civilian life
Priority registration for classes
Tuition bill deferments
Benefit navigation support and referrals to services through VetConnect NYC
Outreach and veterans’ education activities on campus and in partnership with Veterans on Campus NYC
Advice on completing VA forms

Returning Veterans Choose Queens College

Rigorous education in the liberal arts and sciences
World-renowned faculty
Affordable tuition; assistance with obtaining and maintaining educational benefits
Flexibility of day, evening, and weekend courses
Over 50 major fields of study
Possible transfer of academic credits earned in the military or through any college-level coursework (based on review by the Admissions Office and applicability to the program of study)