Welcome to UConn!
“The University of Connecticut’s Office of Veterans and Military Programs would like to welcome you and thank you for your service. Our goal is to provide a supportive environment for all Veterans and members of the military who attend UConn, and for each of them to know that they are an important and integral part of the University.”
- Alyssa Kelleher, Director, UConn's Office of Veterans Affairs & Military Programs
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Where do I start? Applying to UConn? Want to request Information?
If you are applying to the University of Connecticut and are planning on using your benefits, we have put together these handy checklists for you to follow. It will guide you from start to finish and ensure you are squared away -click on the appropriate checklist.
CH30 MGiB and 1606 Select Guard and Reserve checklist
CH33 Post 9/11 GI Bill® Checklist (Veteran and Dependent using Transferred Benefits)
CH35 Dependent Educational Assistance Checklist
Just want more information? Want us to contact you? Fill out the Information Request with some basic information to get us started, and we will contact you.
UConn Veterans Community
The Veteran Community at UConn is an open, welcoming, supportive community of people who have sacrificed in service to our great nation. The Veteran Community encompasses nearly 1,500 students, staff and faculty who are:
• Current Active Duty military and members of any of the uniformed services
• Current members of the Air or Army National Guard
• Current active or inactive Reservists of any of the armed services
• Those who have previously served in any capacity in the uniformed services
• Spouses, children, and any other dependents of any current or prior member of the uniformed services
We offer in-person and online office hours
Web Video Meetings
Jon Ramos
Main POC for National Guard Tuition waivers
Rob Passmore
Main POC for CH31 VRE benefits
UConn students schedule an appointment here
All others schedule a meeting here
Have an Issue or Complaint?
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Apr26
Using Benefits? Submit Your Form D!!
Each semester you are a student at the University of Connecticut and are planning on using your benefits, you need to submit your Form D to UConn's Office of Veterans Affairs & Military Programs. Whether you are using Benefits from the VA, the Connecticut Veterans Tuition Waiver, or the National Guard Tuition Waiver, you need to submit your Form D. We recommend you submit the Form D immediately after registering for classes. The Form D is available online, so you can complete it anywhere.
Important Updates! Tuition Waivers at UConn
Important Updates: National Guard & State Veterans Tuition Waiver and NEW FORM D, AMENDED FORM D, and STATE VETERANS TUITION WAIVER FORMS
Since May Term 2017, both the National Guard tuition waiver and the State Veterans tuition waiver can be used for ALL academic terms (including summer and winter sessions). Also, they can both be used for all approved degree and certificate programs. More information about eligibility requirements and how to apply for these tuition waivers can be found under “Benefits” and the “National Guard & State Veterans Tuition Waiver”
Did you know? UConn waives the application fees for veterans and active military . . . .
The University of Connecticut waives the application fees for veterans and those currently serving in the military, for both the undergraduate application and the graduate school application. Please refer to the website for Undergraduate Admissions or the Graduate School for more information.
QUESTIONS?
Please contact us so we can assist you!
Phone: (860) 486-2442
E-mail: veterans@uconn.edu
On-campus location: Hawley Armory Rm. 100B
Office Hours
| Day(s) | Open | Close |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday | Closed | Closed |
| Monday | 8:30a.m. | 4:30p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8:30a.m. | 4:30p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:30a.m. | 4:30p.m. |
| Thursday | 8:30a.m. | 4:30p.m. |
| Friday | 8:30a.m. | 4:30p.m. |
| Saturday | Closed | Closed |
HUSKY VET GAZETTE – April 2025
- Graduation Cords - Are you graduating?
- Vet Center Visit - April 17th
- Fresh Check Day - April 26th
- Hawley Fitness Center
- Online Quiz for Veterans
- And much more . . . .
UConn Veteran of the Month – John Munro
UConn Veteran of the Month – Andrew J. McCotter
UConn Veteran of the Month – John Munro & Andrew J. McCotter
The Office of Veterans & Military Programs (VAMP) at UConn is pleased to recognize two students as UConn’s Veteran of the Month. John Munro and Andrew J. McCotter both received the Willis N. Hawley Service and Leadership Award for their efforts to support fellow student Veterans at UConn. Congratulations!!
Born in Tampa, Florida in 1997, John Munro graduated Hillsborough High School #3 out of his class of 269. John enlisted and served in the Navy from 2015 - 2021 as a Nuclear Electrician’s Mate and served on the USS South Dakota from 2018-2021. Upon separation from the Navy, he got accepted into UConn. He is now in his 3 year and is working towards a dual degree in Physics, Applied Mathematics, and minors in Computer Science and Astrophysics. John is member of the VA Work Study team, working out of the main office in Hawley Armory and he frequently assists fellow students, whether he’s on the clock or not. In addition to his strong work ethic, John is an active member of the UConn SVA (Student Veterans of America) and is always on hand to help out wherever he can.
Andrew McCotter is a native of New Hartford, CT. After earning his degree, he joined the United States Marine Corps and currently serves in the Reserves as a Platoon Commander with the 4th Assault Amphibious Battalion in Jacksonville, Florida. Andrew is a first-year student at UConn Law, aspiring to pursue a career in federal criminal law after graduation. At UConn Law, he re-established the Veterans & Armed Forces Legal Outreach Society (VALOR) and serves as its president. He is also an active member of the Moot Court Board and the Mock Trial Team.
If you would like to nominate a student, faculty, or staff member for “Veteran of the Month,” please contact Nikki Eberly at Nikki.eberly@uconn.edu with the name of the person and reasons for your nomination.
Best Colleges for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report ranked UConn No. 33 nationwide among the Best Colleges for Veterans - 2024