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Quinnipiac Law Veterans and Military

We’ve long been committed to helping our nation’s veterans, active and reserve military and National Guard members reach their educational goals.
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Our Commitment to Military Veterans

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A Message from Jason Burke

Executive Director of Veteran & Military Affairs and Assistant VP of Student Experience

It is my privilege to extend a warm welcome and share valuable information on how Quinnipiac Law supports our nation's veterans, active military and National Guard members in their pursuit of a legal education. We recognize the sacrifices you have made on behalf of our nation, and we are honored to offer you a comprehensive set of benefits to help you achieve your educational goals.

Why Choose Quinnipiac Law?

Top Ranked Military-Friendly School: We are proud to be recognized by Viqtory Media as one of the Best for Vets Schools in the United States. We are also ranked No. 1 in Connecticut in Military Times 2023 "Best for Vets: Colleges".

VA Benefits: We are a proud partner of both the Department of Defense and the Department of Veterans Affairs and accept all (VA) education and disability benefits.

Yellow Ribbon Program: We offer Yellow Ribbon (YR) support to all eligible students. Unlike many schools, we do not limit the number of students who can receive YR benefits or cap the amount of match funding.

Scholarship Opportunities: We offer merit scholarships or scholarships for applicants who have served or currently serve in the United States Armed Forces or reserves, regardless of their branch.

Fee Waivers: To reduce the financial impact on our veterans, we waive the application and deposit fee.

Student Success: Our students have achieved remarkable success working with prestigious firms, government agencies, Fortune 500 companies, or continuing their military service in the Judge Advocate General (JAG) corps.

Whether your mission is to advance your military career, transition to the civilian sector, or support your dependents as they pursue their degrees, we are here to assist you every step of the way! If you have any questions about your eligibility for benefits, please do not hesitate to contact me at 203-582-8867 or jason.burke@quinnipiac.edu.

We look forward to welcoming you into our vibrant and supportive community.

Distinctions

Military Friendly©

Quinnipiac is recognized by Viqtory Media as being at the very top of the Best for Vets Schools in the United States.

Military Times

Military Times has ranked Quinnipiac University No. 1 in Connecticut, No. 1 in the Northeast and the Islands, No. 2 in private, not-for-profit universities and No. 10 nationally in its 2024 “Best for Vets: Colleges” rankings.

Yellow Ribbon Program Participant

We’ve invested more than $3 million into our Yellow Ribbon program, making your education more affordable.

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Financial Aid and Benefits for Veterans

At Quinnipiac, we recognize the sacrifices that current and former military service members have made on behalf of the United States. We are partnered with both the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs to provide a comprehensive set of benefits that fit with your military experience. Whether your mission is advancing your military career, transitioning to the civilian sector, or supporting your dependent as they work toward their degree, we are honored to assist you every step of the way.

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Yellow Ribbon Program

Various Amounts + Match | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and Quinnipiac University

Military Benefit

Part of the Post 9/11 GI Bill®, this initiative provides funds for eligible veterans who served after September 10, 2001. At Quinnipiac, we do not limit the number of students who can receive Yellow Ribbon benefits or cap the amount of match funding.

Military Appreciation Scholarship

Various Amounts | Quinnipiac University

Military Benefit

In recognition of the bravery and dedication of our military troops, Quinnipiac University School of Law offers scholarship opportunities for applicants who have served or currently serve in the United States Armed Forces or reserves (any branch).

Federal Military Tuition Assistance Program

Up to $4,500 | U.S. Department of Defense

Military Benefit

We’ve partnered with the Department of Defense to make sure that active duty members of the military on our campus can benefit from the Federal Military Tuition Assistance Program.

Dependents Education Assistance Program (DEAP) - Chapter 35

Various Amounts | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Military Benefit

This act authorizes educational benefits to dependents and survivors of disabled veterans or those who died of a service-connected cause, were a prisoner of war or missing in action.

Fry Scholarship

Various Amounts | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Military Benefit

The Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant John David Fry Scholarship amends the Post-9/11 GI Bill® to include the dependents of service members who died in the line of duty after September 10, 2001.

Montgomery GI Bill® - Chapter 30

Various Amounts | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Military Benefit

This aid is available to those who entered active duty after June 30, 1985, and completed at least two years of continuous active service.

Reserve GI Bill® - Chapter 1606

Various Amounts | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Military Benefit

This bill is available to any person who enlists, re-enlists or extends an enlistment in the Selective Reserve for not less than six years.

Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment - Chapter 31

Various Amounts | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

Military Benefit

These services, intended for disabled veterans, help with job training, resume development and other job-related skills.
Pending Payment Compliance

In accordance with Title 38 US Code 3679(e), Quinnipiac University adopts the following additional provisions for any students using U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Post-9/11 G.I. Bill® (Ch. 33) or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment (Ch. 31) benefits, while payment to the institution is pending from VA. Quinnipiac University will not:

  • Prevent the student’s enrollment;

  • Assess a late penalty fee to the student;

  • Require the student to secure alternative or additional funding;

  • Deny the student access to any resources (access to classes, libraries, or other institutional facilities).

However, to qualify for this provision, such students may be required to:

GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

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