Clayton Spencer
The VRO has given me and my wife a feel of community and a place to go where we can feel comfortable.
Our Services
We want our Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) to thrive and succeed at Utah State University. Our mission is to foster a community of support for our SMVF students, both in and out of the classroom.
Benefits Assistance
Current Students
- Class Certification Requests
- Change of Program Requests
- Receive Military Credit
- Tuition Assistance
- Other Federal and State Benefits
First-Year & Transfer Students
- Apply for GI Bill® Educational Benefits
- Change Place of Training Requests
- Apply for Residency
Prospective Students
- Why USU?
- About GI Bill® Benefits
- Searching for Schools
- Comparing Schools
- Apply for GI Bill® Educational Benefits
Support Services
Reintegration & Peer Mentoring
- VITAL Program
- Transitioning to Civilian Life
- Healthcare Enrollment
- Academic and Social Support
- Equine Therapy
Student Resources
- Veterans Student Lounge Space
- Tutoring
- Work Study
- Additional Resources
Deployments & Notification of Leave
- Submit a Notification of Leave
- Defer Enrollment
- Return Checklist
- FAQs
Our Mission
The Veterans Resource Office (VRO) provides Service Members, Veterans, and their Families (SMVF) with the highest level of support as they pursue their academic, career, and personal goals at Utah State University. Through assistance, education, outreach, and peer support, we provide access to available resources on campus, through federal and state Veterans Affairs programs, and in the community.
Learn MoreOur People
Rebekah Scott
The VRO staff and other veterans there are so friendly. One of my favorite VRO memories is being able to do a 5k for Veteran's Day with friends last year.
News & Events
Brooks, Ostendorf Capture Two Titles Each
Senior Alivia Ostendorf, a veteran dependent and VRO student athlete captured two titles and junior Brianna Brooks won the all-around and tied for first on beam to highlight Utah State's showing against Mountain Rim Gymnastics Conference-rival BYU on Frid...
VRO Town Hall
On January 26, 2023 the Veterans Resource Office will hold a Town Hall to discuss important VA-mandated GI Bill / Education Benefits certification procedures and to have a Q&A with students, faculty & staff. Join the meeting via zoom (see story for link)...
USU's Veterans Resource Office Creating Community Family Feel
For Utah State University students that are current service members, veterans, or military family members, USU’s Veterans Resource Office (VRO) seeks to create a community atmosphere to help students in their return to civilian life, promote understanding...
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