Mission
The mission of the Veterans’ and Military Services Office is to:
- Commit to recruiting, retaining, and supporting active duty service members, veterans, and dependents to maintain a diverse and highly qualified student body, faculty, and staff
- Assist students in receiving entitled veterans educational benefits and in achieving educational goals
- Assist students in making the transition from military to academic life
- Expand military-friendly services and programs for America's returning military members
The Veterans’ and Military Services Office (VMS) is available to help veterans and their dependents maximize their college funding at ºÚÁÏÊÓƵ. Students who currently receive veterans’ educational benefits at our institution includes National Guard, Reservist, Active Duty, Veterans and children or spouses of those who have or are currently serving in the military.
ºÚÁÏÊÓƵ is proud of its long-standing history and storied tradition with the military. ºÚÁÏÊÓƵ has served student veterans since 1946 and is a leader in service to our students who are veterans, active duty, military dependents and survivors. We are committed to providing the best possible educational experience and service to all who attend our University.
Want to Chat?
Staff members are available to assist you in-person and virtually via email, phone or video chat. So we can better assist you, schedule a specific contact time by completing our meet with us form .
Location
Dean of Students Suite
University Union 204
Starting VA Education Benefits
Navigating the available information regarding VA education benefits can sometimes seem to be a confusing and daunting task. The following outline is designed to help clarify How To Get Started with VA Education Benefits at ºÚÁÏÊÓƵ.
Online enrollment certification form
The online is a quick, convenient and secure way for registered students to start using VA education benefits at ºÚÁÏÊÓƵ.
Use the following link to access the electronic enrollment certificaion form:
Education benefit disclosure
requires educational institutions to make certain disclosures to students using federal military and/or VA educational benefits. To view and print a copy of an estimated personalized cost of attendance you can visit and select Binghamton from the dropdown. Additional financial information can be found at the site.
The SUNY Financial Aid Plan (FAP) will provide a more in-depth analysis and accurate picture of student cost once the student has filed their FAFSA, completed a SUNY application, and has been accepted by a campus.
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 .