Office of Military and Veteran Services and Outreach
Thank you for your service.
Georgian Court University is committed to supporting active-duty military, veterans, and their families with benefits and resources tailored to your unique needs — one office, one point of contact, from enrollment through graduation.
50%
Yellow Ribbon match — reduces eligible costs to zero
1
single point of contact for GI Bill® certification
Jeffries 144
our office & Veteran's Lounge
√
priority class sign-up for military students
Who We Serve
Support built around where you are in your service.
Veterans
GI Bill® & transition support
Active-Duty & National Guard
TA & deployment support
Dependents & Spouses
Transferred benefits & Chapter 35
Stationed at JBMDL?
Visit GCU at JBMDL
A Yellow Ribbon School
A significant reduction in tuition costs for eligible veterans.
How it works
The VA sets an annual maximum contribution toward tuition and fees (the "VA cap"). When that limit is reached, Yellow Ribbon activates — GCU matches 50% of the VA's contribution, effectively reducing the balance to zero for eligible tuition and fees. Housing, meal plans, and other fees aren't covered directly, though the VA's monthly housing allowance can help offset those.
Who's eligible
You must be approved by the VA for Chapter 33 Post-9/11 GI Bill® benefits at the 100% level, accepted to GCU, and provide our VA Benefits Office with a Certificate of Eligibility confirming 100% eligibility. You'll also need to remain in good academic standing — GCU isn't required to continue Yellow Ribbon contributions for students not meeting Satisfactory Academic Progress.
No separate application needed. Undergraduate students who qualify for 100% of Post-9/11 benefits are automatically enrolled in Yellow Ribbon funding unless they choose to decline it.
Getting The Most Out Of Your Time Here
Tips and resources, by where you're starting from.
For Veterans
Apply for VA educational benefits (Post-9/11 GI Bill®, Montgomery GI Bill®, or Vocational Rehabilitation & Employment) · join the student veterans club or visit the Veteran's Lounge · take advantage of free tutoring and study groups through our office · connect with Accessibility Services if needed · consider veteran-specific scholarships · reach out to counseling services or the Veterans Crisis Line if you need support.
For Active-Duty Military Students
Talk to your professors early about deployment status and assignment timing · let our office know about any status changes · make full use of your military education benefits · stay connected with a study buddy, family, and friends · take breaks and prioritize self-care during high-tempo periods.
For Dependents & Spouses of Veterans
Apply for VA benefits through the Survivors' & Dependents' Educational Assistance Program (DEA) or the Fry Scholarship · report your status to our office · connect with your academic advisor · find community with other dependents and spouses on campus.
Helpful Resources
Straight from the source.
Need immediate support? Visit the Veterans Crisis Line or call 988 and press 1 for the Veterans Crisis Line.
You're Not Doing This Alone
A real community, not just a resource list.
Student Veteran Groups
Join our chapter of Student Veterans of America for leadership opportunities, webinars, conferences, and national advocacy events — or the SALUTE National Honor Society (GPA, active-duty, and discharge-status based, with at least one activity per semester encouraged).
The Veteran's Lounge
A quiet workspace to study and work on projects, plus a small Veterans Library — located in Jeffries Hall, right next to our office, so information and support are never far away.
Support Beyond the Classroom
Our office coordinates directly with TRIO-SSS, Career Services, Health Services, and campus counseling — so you have one point of contact, not five different offices to track down.
About Our Office
What we actually do for you.
Financial & Academic Advising
A single point of contact for processing and certifying courses for GI Bill® benefits, understanding your estimated cost of education, and staying on the best track toward graduation.
Campus Lounge
A designated space in Jeffries Hall Room 144, exclusively for military and veteran students.
Student Services Coordination
We connect you to career services, financial support, tutoring, and mental health services across campus.
Deployment Liaison
We work with deploying students and their faculty to help maintain academic progress through drills, TDYs, and deployments.
College Transition
Training and orientation designed specifically for military and veteran students, connecting you to campus and online resources from day one.
Meet Our Team
Real people who understand your journey.
Dr. Joshua Burns, N.D., D.C.
Director, Office of Military and Veteran Services and Outreach
A U.S. Air Force veteran who completed his undergraduate degree after serving, Dr. Burns is also an Assistant Professor of Integrative Health. He welcomes questions from current and prospective military and veteran students.
Office: Jeffries Hall, Room 144
Phone: (732) 987-2462
Susan Justus-Cohen
Site Manager, GCU/JBMDL
A U.S. Air Force veteran and military spouse, Susan earned her second associate degree (CCAF) and a master's degree while serving overseas. She now supports the JBMDL military community as GCU's on-base Site Manager.
Office: JBMDL Base Education Center, 3829 School House Road
Phone: (732) 987-BASE (2273)
BELONG. BELIEVE. BECOME.
We're proud to serve you.
Whatever stage of your service or transition, our office is here as your single point of contact.
