A Military Friendly® School: Supporting Our Veteran Students
Put your GI Bill®* benefits to work at UMass Boston, where we are dedicated to supporting our veteran students.
As a six-time Military Friendly® School, we take pride in our commitment to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for those who have served our country. With a proud tradition of distributing $4 million in GI benefits every year, we ensure that your hard-earned benefits are maximized to their fullest potential.
When you enroll at UMass Boston, you'll join a community of over 600 veterans who have found a home within our Beacon community, where camaraderie and support abound. Below, you'll find detailed information about the admissions process specifically tailored to veterans, along with the comprehensive support services and resources we offer to help you succeed academically and personally.
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Hear from our veteran students themselves as they share their experiences.
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Resources for Veterans
Veterans Affairs
Our veteran staff supports students’ academic success and provides assistance with military transfer credits, financial and benefit information, as well as professional networking.
Visit the Veterans AffairsThe Center of Excellence for Veterans
At UMass Boston we are dedicated to serving the more than 600 veterans enrolled at the University. Made possible by our partners at the Satter Foundation, the Center includes support and resources to help our veterans and their family members succeed.
Visit the Center of Excellence for VeteransThe William Joiner Institute
The institute aims to create equitable policies that promote the safety and success of veterans and their dependents.
Visit the William Joiner InstituteThe Student Veterans’ Center
Run by students, the Center provides a wide range of resources and information on veteran issues.
Dedicated to serving veterans and their dependents by providing unparalleled service to the more than 600 veterans are enrolled at the University.
Within it, our Student Veterans Center is a student-run center providing a wide range of resources and information on veteran issues and supporting the UMass Boston veteran student population.
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Student Veteran Center
10 Floor, Healey Library, Room 10-27A
veterans.center@minyu1218.com | 617.287.7985
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The Student Veterans’ Center