A group of men, some in military uniforms and hats, stand before a veterans memorial wall engraved with plaques. In the foreground, a marker with flowers and an American flag honors their service—like Veteran Services at SUNY Niagara supporting Military Tuition Assistance.

Veteran Services

Honor and Support Our Veterans

Digital Commemorative Flag Tribute

SUNY Niagara’s Veteran Association offers American Flags to honor or remember loved ones who have served or are serving in the armed forces. Flags will be displayed for Veterans Day and throughout November. Donations start at $1 (1 flag: $1; 4 flags: $3; 7 flags: $5). Names are optional; the veteran office can fill out flags on your behalf. All proceeds benefit the Veterans Association.

Purchase Flag Tributes
Flag folding ceremony at SUNY Niagara Veterans Memorial Park
Flag folding ceremony at SUNY Niagara Veterans Memorial Park
Supporting Veterans with Benefits and College Assistance

Veteran Services

RPO determines eligibility and processes payment based on this information. SUNY Niagara staff members assist with general College and GI Bill® benefit concerns and work with other college offices to expedite paperwork on behalf of our veteran population.

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at http://www.benefits.va.gov/gibill.

Flag folding ceremony at SUNY Niagara Veterans Memorial Park
Flag folding ceremony at SUNY Niagara Veterans Memorial Park

Benefit Checklist

From Instructions found on Cashier’s Page.

  • Contact your respective Educational Services Officer within your military branch to begin the Tuition Assistance process.
  • Complete the necessary steps to utilize to Tuition Assistance on campus.
  • Once Approved, TA users, please contact the Cashier’s Office if you plan on using Military tuition assistance for the current semester.
Veteran speaking with SUNY Niagara Trustee at Veterans Day Ceremony
Veteran speaking with SUNY Niagara Trustee at Veterans Day Ceremony
Support for Active Duty Students

Active Duty Orders and Support

Active Duty Orders: Students called to active duty should bring a copy of their orders to SUNY Niagara Veteran Services (B-103). We will work with you and other offices on campus to help you avoid academic and financial penalties. Please refer to Important Information for Service Members Called to Active Duty for more detailed information.

View frequently asked questions about Veteran Services.
Veteran speaking with SUNY Niagara Trustee at Veterans Day Ceremony
Veteran speaking with SUNY Niagara Trustee at Veterans Day Ceremony
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