Texas A&M University System Universities Earn Top Marks for Military Friendliness

Across the Texas A&M University System, military-connected students find strong support, tailored resources, and nationally recognized veteran-friendly environments that help them succeed in civilian and academic life. At Texas A&M University, veteran services have been a century-long tradition, offering dedicated advising, benefit support, and career development through the Don & Ellie Knauss Veteran Resource & Support Center and robust campus networks designed to help those who have served thrive academically and professionally. Texas A&M has also earned recognition as one of the most veteran-friendly universities in the nation and has been ranked among the top schools for veterans both statewide and across the United States.

Tarleton State University has demonstrated its commitment to military students by earning the silver-level Military Friendly® School designation, reflecting strong initiatives to recruit, support, and retain veteran and military-connected learners. This designation highlights Tarleton’s continuous investment in veteran success across campus and underscores the university’s role as a premier destination for service members and their families. Meanwhile, Texas A&M University-San Antonio has also garnered external acclaim in the annual Military Times “Best for Vets: Colleges” rankings, placing competitively at No. 15 in Texas and No. 24 in the Southwest for its comprehensive support services, academic quality, and positive outcomes for veteran students. The campus has additionally been recognized multiple times with Gold status in the Veteran Education Excellence Recognition Award (VEERA), affirming its deep commitment to serving those who served.

While Texas A&M University-Central Texas and other System campuses are included in broader Army and veteran support networks and degree programs that align well with GI Bill benefits and veteran career pathways, the System as a whole participates in the Best for Vets Degrees database, showcasing top programs across disciplines that are well suited for veterans looking to leverage military experience into civilian careers. Together, these designations, rankings, and support infrastructures reflect the Texas A&M University System’s robust commitment to military friendliness and veteran success, providing tailored resources and recognition that help Aggies of all backgrounds achieve their goals.