Research Guides: Veterans' Resources at the MCC Libraries: Start Here

What You'll Find in This Guide

Monroe Community College has been designated a Veteran and Military Friendly School® by G.I. Jobs, Military Times and Military Advanced Education. As of fall 2023, 224 students identified as military veterans/active-duty; by comparison, 227 students identified as student-athletes!

Upon leaving the military, many veterans desire a return to academia as a way to learn new skills or to fine-tune the skills acquired in the service to suit the needs of employers. A two-year school such as MCC is uniquely suited to this purpose, with its combination of classroom courses and hands-on skills training.

As important as the academics is the support available to veterans and their families in career guidance, advising, and identification of both local and national resources to help adjust back into civilian life. This guide is intended as a starting point for veterans and those who advise them in the identification of resources, especially those offered by the MCC Libraries.

Crisis Lines for Help Now

Veterans Crisis Line
Free, 24/7, confidential support is a call away. The Veterans Crisis Line can help even if you’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care. Dial 988 then Press 1. If you are a Veteran, service member, or any person concerned about one who is hard of hearing, you can connect with professional, caring VA responders through online chat and text message (838255). For TTY users: Use your preferred relay service or dial 711 then 988.
National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness—and their family members, friends and supporters—can make the call to or chat online with the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans, where trained counselors are ready to talk confidentially 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 1-877-4AID VET (877-424-3838)
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides free and confidential emotional support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across the United States and its territories. The 988 Lifeline is comprised of a national network of over 200 local crisis centers, combining local care and resources with national standards and best practices.

MCC Veteran Services

MCC has one of the largest populations of student veterans in New York State. Hundreds of veterans are enrolled here, most of whom are receiving educational benefits from the GI Bill.