Georgia Southern’s ongoing commitment to military and military- connected students is recognized once again – this time by Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges. The university’s success is reflected in its top 10% ranking in the comprehensive annual ranking of schools for military service members and veterans.

“To be included in the list is an incredible achievement for Georgia Southern,” said President Kyle Marrero. “It is a testament to the supportive campus and academic environment we have created for military-affiliated students to meet their unique needs. With the availability of courses on post at Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield’s Education Center, we are able to provide even more access to graduate degree programs and certificates that will help these students unlock their full potential.”

Veterans, service members and military-connected students make up nearly 14% of the university’s student population.

The recent Military Times ranking showcases how all three of the university’s campuses and online learning center cater to the military community. It reaffirms the university being named a “Military-Friendly” school for six years in a row and a Gold School for 2023-2024 by Viqtory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs, STEM Jobs and Military Spouse magazine.

Building on this track record and in an effort to make higher education more accessible to military-connected students and service members, Georgia Southern now offers graduate courses on-base in partnership with Fort Stewart-Hunter Army Airfield. The courses, designed to meet the needs of soldiers, veterans, their families and civilians, can be completed toward the following degree programs and certificates: master of science in information technology; master of arts in professional communication and leadership; master of health administration; graduate certificate in cybercrime; and a master’s of business administration degree, tailored to fit the needs of the military community.