Welcome Veterans and Military Personnel!

The WNY Consortium of Higher Education is proud to have among its membership, 21 colleges that are "military friendly" to veterans, military personnel, and their families.  Western New York has always been proud of its commitment to its veterans and military personnel and the higher education sector plays a critical role in advancing the personal and professional lives of the men and women who have and continue to serve our great nation.  The WNY College Connection section for Veterans and Military Personnel will link you to valuable resources at the 21 colleges and universities, and to federal, state and local resources.  Click on the following links for valuable resources.

• Veteran and Military Personnel Tuition Assistance and Educational Programs
• Veteran and Military Personnel Educational Assistance Programs

Veteran and Military Personnel College Profiles

Additional Resources for Veterans and Military Personnel

GI Bill Resources

• VA Work Study 
• Apply online (VONAPP)
• Web Automated Verification of Enrollment (WAVE)

GI Bill

• GI Bill Website 

Erie County Resources

• Veteran's Service Agency