MILITARY & VETERAN STUDENTS
Cayuga is proud to serve those who serve our country by providing you with the education and support you deserve.
Our Admissions Office is here to support you as you begin — or return to — your college journey. From submitting your application to attending orientation, we’ll be your dedicated guide every step of the way. You'll get the accurate information you need right from the start, because we understand what it takes to help you succeed.
After connecting with Admissions, be sure to contact our Veteran Services Office. They offer valuable resources and personalized support to help you transition smoothly into college life.
Applying to Cayuga is quick and free. You can start your application now!
APPLICATION CHECKLIST
If you’re an active-duty military member, National Guard, or Army Reserve soldier, veteran, spouse, or dependent, you must follow the admissions steps outlined below to ensure that any military tuition assistance or education benefits are processed properly. We recommend that, before you apply, you establish your benefits eligibility.
HOW TO ESTABLISH BENEFITS ELIGIBILITY
To explore your options, visit VA Education and Training Benefits. For further information on eligibility for benefits, check in with our School Certifying Official, Debbi Purcell, via email at purcell@cayuga-cc.edu.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Step 1. Apply to Cayuga
Applying to Cayuga is quick and FREE. You can start your application now!
You should apply as a FRESHMAN if you:
- Served in the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, or Coast Guard (or are an eligible dependent).
- Have not completed any college coursework online or at a college campus.
OR
- Served in the Air Force but do NOT have a CCAF/Air University or Joint Services Transcript.
You should apply as a TRANSFER if you:
- Served in the Air Force and have a CCAF/Air University or Joint Services Transcript.
OR
- Served in the Army, Marine Corps, Navy, or Coast Guard AND completed coursework online or at a university campus before, during, or after your military service.
Step 2: Send the materials listed below to:
Office of Admissions
197 Franklin Street
Auburn, NY 13021
Official high school transcript, General Education Diploma (GED), or Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC).
Official college or university transcripts for every college or university you have attended. Do not send photocopies or unofficial copies.
Official military transcripts such as the:
- Community College of the Air Force
- Joint Services Transcript – Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy: Active Duty, Reserve, and Veterans
- or from any specialty military school that provides transcripts
A copy of your DD214 (member copy 4) or NGB-22. If you are currently serving, please provide the most recent copy of your orders or enlistment contract.
TRANSFERRING MILITARY CREDIT
All veterans and dependents of veterans applying for educational benefits must submit official transcripts from all previous colleges/universities they attended for evaluation.
- Community College of the Air Force
- Joint Services Transcript – Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Navy: Active Duty, Reserve, and Veterans
- Transfer credit is subject to the approval of the Registrar’s Office. For more information on credit evaluation and credit for prior learning, see the college catalog.
