Military and Veterans Resource Center
Welcome to the Military and Veterans Resource Center (MVRC)!
The MVRC, established in 2009, supports military-connected students—Veterans, Active Duty, Guard, Reserve, and Dependents—as they pursue their educational and career goals. We provide assistance with education benefits (DoD Tuition Assistance, Florida National Guard Education Dollars for Duty (EDD), and VA GI Bill®), serve as a liaison between the VA and campus or community resources, help students navigate university processes, and promote their academic success. The MVRC is the primary point of contact for active-duty service members, veterans, and their families on campus.
We are committed to helping military-connected students successfully transition from the military environment to campus life. Our team also supports students through degree completion and into their next steps—whether employment or graduate education. In addition, we partner with veteran-friendly employers to provide guidance, coaching, mentoring, and support for their integration into the community.
MVRC Resources:
- School Certifying Officials (SCOs) and a Transition Coach
- Lounge and Group Study Room
- Computer Workstations with Free Printing
- Kitchen with Free Coffee, Tea, Water, Refrigerator & Microwave
- Daily Use Lockers
- Copier, Printer and Fax Machine
- Special Programs and Events Like the Following:
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Lunch and Learns
- Military Branch Birthday Celebrations
- Veteran Tribute (Our Celebration for Veterans Day)
- Treats for Trivia
- FAFSA Workshops with Financial Aid
- Scholarships for Veterans and Military Dependents
School Certifying Officials (SCOs) Can Help Students With:
- Applying for and understanding VA educational benefits including financial responsibilities associated with the following VA educational benefits:
- Chapter 1606 Montgomery GI Bill®-Selected Reserve
- Chapter 30 Montgomery GI Bill®
- Chapter 31 Veterans Readiness & Employment (VR&E)
- Chapter 33 Post 9/11
- Chapter 35 Survivors and Dependents Educational Assistance Program
- Completing the required processes to utilize VA educational benefits at UNF.
- Understanding compensation for VA educational benefits and student financial responsibilities.
- Providing transition support services, including but not limited to:
- scholarships,
- job search assistance and
- benefits counseling.
Certifying Officials Can Connect Students With:
- Student Financial Services for federal Tuition Assistance (TA) and Education Dollars for Duty (EDD) processing.
- One Stop for financial aid advising.
- College or Student Success for academic advising.
- Career Services for career exploration, professional skills training and job search.
- Referrals to the following:
- Other campus services to assistance veterans and their family members
- Counseling services for readjustment or stress management assistance
- Tutoring services to ensure academic success
- On-campus, community and VA resources to best assist current students
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News
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UNF will enhance its Military and Veterans Resource Center with funding from the City of Jacksonville
The Jacksonville City Council on Tuesday approved support for UNF’s MVRC, including educational opportunities, transportation and other resources. City Council member Will Lahnen introduced the bill. -
As Veterans Day approaches, UNF honored for dedication to military student success and support
The University of North Florida has once again been recognized as one of the top institutions in the nation by Military Friendly, marking its 15th consecutive year on the list and earning a silver recognition status. UNF has also been designated a Collegiate Purple Star Campus by the Florida Department of Education for the 2024-25 academic year. -
UNF named a 'Top Military Friendly School' for 15th consecutive year
The University of North Florida has been designated as one of the top schools in the nation by Military Friendly for the 15th consecutive year. The University is honored with the silver recognition status for exemplary commitment and dedication to military students.