Chadron State ranked high for service to vets

Chadron State tied for No. 13 on the “Best for Vets” list, which consists of 101 colleges and universities compiled by Military Times Edge magazine.

The institutions were chosen based on financial assistance, academic flexibility, campus culture and support services. Chadron State received high marks in each category, highlighted by four and one-half of five possible stars in academic flexibility.

Chadron State, with an enrollment of about 2,800, earned the same ranking as Concord University of Athens, W.V. The two institutions are listed between Ohio State University and the University of Kansas.

The honor marks the second time Chadron State has received special recognition from military publications this year.

This summer, Chadron State earned the “Military Friendly” designation from G.I. Jobs Magazine, placing the institution among the top 15 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools nationwide serving U.S. military and veterans.

The honors come to Chadron State after it launched an initiative to increase the number of veterans and currently serving members of the military in both on-campus and online programs.

Retired U.S. Army Lt. Col Jon Hansen, who serves as CSC’s veteran and military enrollment coordinator, said the recognition comes as little surprise, noting that the institution continues to provide exceptional opportunities and support to military and veteran students.

“We are proud to serve the heroes who have and continue to selflessly serve the nation,” Hansen said. “We are excited and pleased that our efforts have been recognized by the Military Times and G.I. Jobs.”

The entire “Best for Vets” list and other information may be found at the Military Times Edge website, www.militarytimesedge.com.