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Semper Spartans!

The SJSU Veterans Resource Center is a one-stop resource center proudly supporting all veterans, reservists, guard members, active duty personnel and veteran dependents.

What We Do

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SJSU One of the Best in the West for Veterans

The 2024 U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges rankings place SJSU in the top 3 in the West for Best Colleges for Veterans.

VRC physically open!

VRC Hours: 

The VRC is open Fall/Spring: M-Th: 9am-8pm and F:  9am-5pm (Summer: M-F; 10am-4pm).  Please see our Contact Us page, email us with any general questions: veterans@sjsu.edu, or give us a call @ 408-924-8129.

Incoming military connected student?

Check out our FAQ page to learn more about VRC services.

Veterans Career Readiness Program

Looking for support with your transitions from the military, to education, to your next career?  Do you struggle with how to translate all of your military skills and connect with employers?  Are you needing support with finding internships/employment?  Join our Veterans Career Readiness Program!  Applications are open each Summer starting end of May through July.  

Stay Connected!

LIVE Chat with us M-F, 9am-5pm!  Like us on IG and Facebook to stay up to date with what's happening in the VRC, events, resources, etc.!

Information for Faculty

Please visit the VA Campus Toolkit for information on veteran friendly syllabus, tips on showing support in the classroom, and how to best connect a student veteran with resources.  VA Campus Toolkit

Benefits Certification/Processing 

Check the Benefits Overview page for information about how to submit your GI Bill® benefits certification,Tuition Assistance approval, or how to submit your CalVet Fee Waiver if applicable. 

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How to Apply

Follow these easy steps to apply for veteran benefits and enrollment at SJSU.

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Benefits

Find out what federal and state benefits you’re entitled to—and how to get them.

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Events

Join our Spartan community for information on our Veterans Career Readiness program, workshops, film screenings, and other special events.

Using the GI Bill ®?

Be sure to submit your Request for Certification each semester to be certified for VA benefits through your MySJSU portal!

Veterans Benefits Directions

In Honor of Jennifer Gonzales

Dr. Jennifer Gonzales, a VA Clinical Psychologist, worked at SJSU through the VA until the summer of 2016 when she left to start her new job at the Yountville Veterans Home.  She worked on campus through the VA grant, called VITAL (Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership), and was here to support and guide our student veterans through their transitions on campus. She, along with Damian Bramlett, were an integral partnership in the launching of our Veterans Resource Center and provided direct VA services in order to truly be a "one-stop" shop for our transitioning men and women. Jennifer provided a great deal of education to our campus and outreach to our neighboring Community Colleges as well. Although her life was tragically cut short in the Yountville shooting in March 2018, she is respected and remembered by so many for her gracious spirit and contributions she made to the many lives she touched and helped.

Apply for the Dr. Jennifer Gonzales scholarship

SJSU Student and Family at the VRC
Photo by David Schmitz

Come here first!

The Veterans Resource Center is located in the Student Union in room 1500 (on the first level). Stop by any time to connect with other veterans, meet with an advisor, and get answers to your questions.