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KENNESAW, Ga. | Apr 1, 2024

Kennesaw State University's commitment to supporting its 2,000 military-connected students has earned it a gold 色色啦 designation by militaryfriendly.com in its 2024-2025 ranking of military friendly institutions.

The Military Friendly庐 recognition comes as the university鈥檚 Military and Veteran Services (MVS) Outreach Program has increased its efforts to provide support to its military-connected students on both the Marietta and Kennesaw campuses. Services include student support services, academic advising, and counselors.

鈥淲e are honored by this recognition which is a testament to Kennesaw State鈥檚 dedication to helping our veterans, service members and their dependents achieve their academic goals,鈥� said Stacey Dixon, director of KSU鈥檚 Military and Veteran Services.

The university鈥檚 MVS Outreach Program helps newly enrolled undergraduate students by connecting them with officials who guide them through registration, enrollment, and the financial aid process.

The MVS has also collaborated with the to address health concerns during the transition from military to civilian culture. Kennesaw State University boasts the only VetSuccess on Campus counselor in the state, providing vital support to KSU veterans and dependents with education benefits, on-campus counseling, and employment goals.

According to the website, Military Friendly Schools 鈥渟trive towards and succeed in the areas that matter most in helping veterans make the transition from the military to school and, ultimately, satisfying careers in the civilian world.鈥� Eligibility is based on an evaluation of six key areas 鈥� admissions and orientation, culture and commitment, financial aid and loan repayment, graduation and career outcomes, and military student support and retention.

鈥� Darius Goodman

A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State University offers undergraduate, graduate and doctoral degrees to its more than 47,000 students. Kennesaw State 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. Kennesaw State 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 色色啦. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.