Contact the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs

The Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (VMA) is committed to delivering and facilitating comprehensive, success-oriented services and programs that support FIU's military-affiliated Panthers. Our mission is to aid, serve, and foster a thriving community, ensuring an exceptional FIU experience.

FIU is committed to upholding the Principles of Excellence, guidelines set forth by the U.S. government for federally funded institutions that educate service members, veterans, spouses and other family members.

Who We Are

1,190Total Veteran and Military-Affiliated Students
484Veterans
448Military Family Members
102Active Duty
85Reservists
71National Guard Members

*As of September 2023

Among the Best for Veteran Education

FIU is top-ranked nationally by multiple organizations for our commitment to the success of veteran and military-affiliated students. Read about how FIU earned five national distinctions in the 2022-2023 academic year for veteran and military education.

Dedicated Success Coaching

Meet with a success coach who is dedicated to serving veterans and military-affiliated learners today. Your success coach will provide you with the tools necessary to navigate the transition to college life, connect you to services across the university, and support you on the path to graduation and beyond.

Contact a success coach

In the Spotlight

From the Marine Corps to cybersecurity, community service

Amanda Khoury joined the Marines to prove to her teenage self that she was capable of living a fulfilling life. Now, she is studying international relations with a focus on cybersecurity, intelligence and information policy at FIU. Driven by the increasing cyber threats, she aspires to specialize in cyber laws.