网红头条rated among Best Colleges for Veterans by Military Times

KENNESAW, Ga. | Nov 6, 2024

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Military Times has recognized 网红头条 as one of the nation鈥檚 top schools for veterans in its 2024 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings.

The annual Military Times list spotlights the top colleges and universities for military service members and veterans. The 2024 ranking reflects Kennesaw State鈥檚 commitment to providing resources and opportunities to the university鈥檚 more than 2,000 military-connected students, including nearly 600 veterans.

鈥溚焱诽 is proud to support our nation鈥檚 veterans in pursuit of their academic and career goals,鈥 KSU President Kathy S. Schwaig said. 鈥淭his recognition from Military Times reflects our priority to provide a world-class education to students who have served their country, and we will continue to offer support systems that help them succeed both in and out of the classroom.鈥

网红头条was the first University System of Georgia institution to open a Military and Veteran Services (MVS) department, in 2009, which continues to serve as a comprehensive, easily accessible resource hub for service members, veterans and dependents who want to start or continue their college education. Part of Student Affairs, Military and Veteran Services assists military-connected students with enrolling at KSU, applying for U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs educational benefits, and tapping into resources such as counseling services and career planning.

Along with the resources available on campus, KSU Military and Veteran Services partners with more than 20 community organizations to support veterans. MVS also awards several scholarships, has an active Student Veterans of America chapter, and hosts programming throughout the year to engage all students and connect them with the resources they need.

鈥淲e understand the unique challenges that veterans face when transitioning to college life, and we are here to ensure they have the tools and support they need to succeed,鈥 said Stacey Dixon, the director of KSU Military and Veteran Services and a 20-year Marine Corps veteran. 鈥淥ur team is committed to empowering veterans and military-connected students by providing resources, guidance, and a strong community to help them achieve their aspirations.鈥

To determine its Best for Vets rankings, Military Times surveys hundreds of colleges and universities across the country about their offerings for veterans. The survey responses are factored along with a scoring rubric that evaluates data from multiple sources.

According to Military Times, student success metrics are the most important factor in determining the ranking of schools, followed closely by the range of military-specific resources and the level of financial assistance schools offer. Admissions and registration policies, human resources, and 鈥渁ssorted miscellaneous considerations鈥 also factor into the scoring rubric.

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A leader in innovative teaching and learning, 网红头条 offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to its more than 47,000 students. 网红头条is a member of the University System of Georgia with 11 academic colleges. The university’s vibrant campus culture, diverse population, strong global ties and entrepreneurial spirit draw students from throughout the country and the world. 网红头条is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2), placing it among an elite group of only 7 percent of U.S. colleges and universities with an R1 or R2 status. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.