Founded in 1971, State University of New York, Empire State College is one of the university's 13 colleges of arts and sciences, accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. We are uniquely designed to serve adults pursuing associate, bachelor's and master's degrees.
Benefits for Service Members, Veterans, Spouses and Independents
Transfer Credits
·Up to 40 credits toward the associate degree or 96 toward the bachelor’s accepted
· May grant credit for prior college-level learning, including previous academic work, military training or life and work experiences
· ACE-recommended credits, including CLEP/DANTES exams, accepted
Why We Are Military-Friendly
Military Friendly
· Ongoing application and registration for military/veteran students and their spouses/family members
· Dedicated Office of Veteran and Military Education (OVME) outreach staff offers preliminary transcript review for military students, veterans and their spouses
· Low tuition at $207 per credit for all military/veteran students
· All fees (except $10/credit telecommunication fee) are waived for military/veteran students
· Assistance withdrawing from classes or extending a deadline for military-related reasons
Accreditation
Regional
Accreditation and Program Participation
· Part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system
· Regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education
· Member of the Air Force AU-ABC program and GEM partnership
· Viable option for Career Advancement Account (CAA) program for military spouses
· Named a “Top Military Friendly School” and Best for Vets 2010
Fact File
Institutional Accrediting Agency:
Middle States Commission on Higher Education
On-Campus Requirement: Not Specified
Credit-earning Options: Not Specified
Scholarships Offered: Not Specified
Delivery Format:
- Flexible and convenient study options ... online courses, study groups, guided independent studies and cross-registration.
- Personalized ... working with expert faculty mentors, you design your own customized degree program