Welcome to the SUNY New Paltz Office of Veteran & Military Services! Since our founding in 2014, it has been our privilege to support and guide military service members, veterans and dependents during their higher education journey. At SUNY New Paltz, your core values, experience and service are never overlooked. We are committed to the intellectual, personal and professional growth of all our students.
Key Military - Friendly Features
- Full-time staff dedicated to supporting Military Connected Students, including (2) VA School Certifying Officials
- Committed military-connected student support from application to graduation
Strong Financial Benefits & Cost Support
- Accepts and helps manage multiple GI Bill® programs
- Offers military tuition assistance (TA) guidance (SUNY New Paltz Catalog)
- Up to 100% SUNY tuition covered for eligible New York Air National Guard members (fees/books separate) (SUNY New Paltz)
- Federal + NY State aid (PELL, TAP, VTA, scholarships) (SUNY New Paltz)
Special Military-Connected Student Perks
- Free parking permit for veterans & military students
- Waived admission deposit
- Bookstore discount on many items
- Dedicated military-connected lounge space centrally located in the Student Union
- Student study area with desktop computers and access to Common Access Card (CAC) readers
Academic & Career Support
- Academic advising + tutoring
- Career advising and job search support services
- Disability Resource Center - with OVMS Partnerships
- Psychological Counseling Center - with OVMS Partnerships
Life & Transition Support
Assistance with:- Housing
- Childcare
- Healthcare access
- Even homelessness resources if needed
- Veterans of Foreign Wars
- American Legion (SUNY New Paltz)
What Makes It Military-Friendly
- Multiple GI Bill programs accepted
- Up to 100% tuition coverage pathways (Guard programs)
- 0 deposit + free parking (rare perks)
- Full-service veteran office with certifying official
- Broad support: academic, financial, housing, and personal
- Active partnerships with major veteran organizations
Facts & Figures
1,464
Number of students have served since May 2014
744
Number of students have graduated since May 2014
84%
Overall retention rate
401
Number of students in the program
Comprehensive Support for Military-Affiliated Students (One-Stop-Shop)
SUNY New Paltz Office of Veteran and Military Services offers a wide range of services tailored to the unique needs of veterans and military-affiliated students. This includes internal personalized assistance with applying for GI Bill® benefits, military tuition assistance and other military-affiliated education benefits. All these benefits are managed by the OVMS to provide a streamlined process so you can focus on your education.
The Office of Veteran & Military Services provides free parking permits for military and veteran students, academic support, mentorship and a community of veterans, servicemembers and dependents (spouses and children).
In-State Tuition Rates for Veterans and Their Dependents
Regardless of residency status, SUNY New Paltz allows U.S. service members, veterans with non-dishonorable discharges and their dependents to pay in-state tuition rates. This policy ensures that military-affiliated students receive affordable education opportunities.
Dedicated Office of Veteran & Military Services
The university's Office of Veteran & Military Services is staffed with professionals who are committed to supporting military-affiliated students throughout their academic journey. The office assists with GI Bill® programs, tuition assistance, veteran scholarships and general questions regarding Department of Veterans Affairs’ issues. It also offers a dedicated lounge space and various programs to help build community and support studies.
Contact
Director
VA School Certifying Official
Department: Veteran and Military Services
Office: SUB 100A
Phone: (845) 257-3124
Email: martindb@newpaltz.edu
Assistant Director
VA School Certifying Official
Department: Veteran and Military Services
Office: SUB 100A
Phone: (845) 257-3120
Email: pollardj@newpaltz.edu
