Veterans

UMass Amherst provides student veterans a rewarding academic and social experience. Our Veterans Affairs office, headed by our Assistant Dean of Students, employs staff dedicated to helping veterans reach their educational goals and feel welcomed on campus. UMass Amherst:

• Awards credit for military training and experience
• Awards credit for CLEP exams
• Participates in the Yellow Ribbon program
• Offers over 85 VA approved undergraduate majors – including undergraduate degree completion options - and over 115 VA approved graduate degree programs
• Provides course options – online and in the classroom – to suit your learning style and schedule
• Offers veterans clubs and Air Force and Army ROTC programs
• Is a GI Jobs "Military Friendly School"
• Is a top 50 public national university (as ranked by US News & World Report)

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