Explore the essential resources and institutional strategies that support military-connected students in higher education. This authoritative guide outlines scalable, data-informed approaches to enrollment, advising, benefits navigation, and career alignment that drive persistence, completion, and long-term student success.

A comprehensive guide to military-connected student success in higher education, exploring enrollment, retention, data strategy, and institutional capacity. Learn why holistic, scalable support models are essential for serving veterans, service members, military families, and dependents.

Learn how higher education leaders can assess the ROI of serving military-affiliated students by connecting outcomes, risk reduction, and long-term institutional value without overcomplicating the math.

Discover how administrative leaders can develop effective year-end support networks for student veterans, improving retention, well-being, and institutional readiness through intentional planning and collaboration.

Discover five ways colleges can highlight veteran success stories—authentically, strategically, and with fresh ideas that set your campus apart.

Learn why a smarter, more connected approach to military student data helps institutions boost enrollment and better serve those who've served.

This Veterans Day, explore how higher education can meaningfully support student veterans—and how MissionWise helps institutions lead with purpose.

Fordham University’s VA Work-Study program empowers student veterans through purposeful on-campus roles, mentorship, and flexibility. Assistant Director Adrian Kochanowicz shares how OMVS has built a thriving model of veteran support that other universities can learn from.

New look, same mission.

Virtual Veterans Communities is now MissionWise.

In 2025, student veterans seek clarity on education benefits, a real community, and strong career pathways. This article explores what they need from higher education institutions and how schools can respond with authenticity, purpose, and whole-person support.

Discover evidence-based strategies colleges can use to design career readiness programs that naturally appeal to military-connected learners and support their long-term success.

Not all student veterans are the same. Learn how to identify and support distinct military-connected personas—active duty, veterans, reservists, spouses, and dependent children—for better enrollment marketing, academic support, and student success strategies.

Learn how to create veteran-focused enrollment content that's easy to find and navigate, with clear headlines, mobile-friendly design, and targeted keywords that connect your institution to military-connected students during their critical college search period.

Looking to strengthen military enrollment? Learn how to establish strategic partnerships with local military installations through ESOs, MOUs, and MWR collaborations.

Learn how colleges can better support veteran students after graduation by addressing the challenges of the civilian job market. Insights from a military enrollment consultant.

Explore the unique challenges faced by reservist students in higher education and discover actionable strategies administrators can implement to support their academic success and well-being.

Discover how your institution can stay visible, relevant, and responsive to military-connected students during the critical summer decision-making window.

Build meaningful partnerships with veteran organizations to enhance your enrollment strategy. Tap into trusted networks, engage motivated learners, and offer tailored support to veterans transitioning to higher education and career success.

Explore the importance of a data-driven approach to reaching military-connected student prospects. Understand how insights can shape strategy, enhance inclusion, and improve enrollment outcomes in today's dynamic higher education environment.

Learn why spring is the ideal time for colleges to assess veteran needs and implement strategies to help them thrive academically, socially, and professionally in higher education.