Welcome to St. Mary’s University
We take pride in helping our military service members, veterans, spouses and dependents reach their educational goals. We understand your professional and academic needs may be different from those of the traditional college student. St. Mary’s University’s long history in San Antonio has been interwoven with the military community for decades.
GI Bill® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). More information about education benefits offered by VA is available at the official U.S. government website at benefits.va.gov/gibill.
Colleges of Distinction
St. Mary’s University has earned the 2026-2027 Colleges of Distinction Military Support. Learn more about St. Mary’s Honors and Rankings.
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Military and Veteran Admission
Enrolling at St. Mary’s University and taking advantage of your military and VA benefits is simple. See our helpful checklist to ensure you’re on the right track.
Military and Veteran Financial Aid and Benefits
As a member of the military or a veteran, you may qualify for additional financial aid. View the resources available to you, your family and dependents.
Military and Veteran Resources and Services
We offer a variety of services for our active military and veteran students. Military and veterans can also find additional resources that are available to them and their families.
Take the Next Steps
Follow our flowcharts to help you understand the steps to take. If you need assistance or have any questions, contact the Coordinator of Military Affairs.
- Applying with Military or Veteran Benefits
- Have you applied to St. Mary’s, are considering applying or are unsure about which benefits you qualify for or if they have been applied? View our step-by-step guide to help you through the process.
- Chapter 31 Certification Process Flowchart
- Follow these steps to achieve Ch 31 Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E) certification.
- New Veteran Student Using Benefits Flowchart
- We welcome you to St. Mary’s. Follow these steps as a new veteran student so that you can get the most out of your benefits. Let us know if you have any questions. We are here for you every step of the way.
- Returning Vets Flowchart
- If you are a veteran returning to St. Mary’s, learn what steps you should take as a returning veteran to ensure that you are getting the most out of your benefits.
- VA Insurance Flowchart
- Learn about student health insurance and how to waive the insurance fee if needed.
- If you are waiving your insurance, make sure to follow the corresponding steps each year.
Explore St. Mary’s Military and Veteran Resources
Belisario and Adelina Flores Student Veterans Center
The Veterans Center is designated for St. Mary’s active duty, veterans and retired military members and includes collaboration stations, study pods and relaxation areas.
St. Mary’s Gateway
Once you are admitted to St. Mary’s, you will receive access to Gateway, St. Mary’s internal hub filled with resources, tools, services and support for students, faculty and staff.
Army ROTC at St. Mary’s
Reserve Officer Training Corps., or ROTC, has a history of excellence and continues to be a training ground for tomorrow’s leaders. By combining courses in military science with summer training sessions, it turns college students into top-quality Army officers. ROTC students also may qualify for additional scholarships.
St. Mary’s School of Law Military and Veterans
The St. Mary’s School of law is ready to help you adapt and change as you meet the challenges of your personal service to our country.
Military and Veteran Stories
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Kendra Bolden
Coordinator of Veteran and Military Affairs
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