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Veteran Student Support Services

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Helping you succeed

Veteran Student Support Services (VSSS) serves currently enrolled military-affiliated students — including spouses, dependent children and active duty — attending Wichita State University.

We're committed to helping you improve your academic performance by providing the necessary resources and support you need to graduate.

Your campus. Your community.  Your success.

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Services offered

We'll stick with you throughout your time as a Shocker by offering the following services, completely free of charge.

  • Personalized academic tutoring in subjects like mathematics and language arts
  • Workshops on financial literacy, study skills, time management, federal financial aid, VA benefits, GI Bill navigation and test taking strategies
  • Comprehensive, personalized education plans
  • Career exploration
  • Job search assistance, including resume writing and interview prep
  • Peer mentoring, collaborative group activities, opportunities to meet other military affiliated students on campus

Apply for our Service to Scholars supplemental grant today

Contact us

Veteran Student Support Services

Grace Wilkie Hall, Third Floor

Room 320

316-978-6742

1845 Fairmount St.
Campus Box 137
Wichita, KS 67260-0137

vsss@wichita.edu

About Veteran Student Support Services

Mission

The TRIO Veteran Student Support Services Program at Wichita State University is dedicated to empowering military-affiliated students to achieve academic success, personal growth, and lifelong fulfillment. We provide individualized support, holistic resources, and a community that honors military experiences while fostering educational excellence, leadership, and a successful transition to civilian and campus life.

Vision

We envision a vibrant campus community where every veteran and military-affiliated student is empowered to pursue their dreams, excel academically, lead with confidence, and create meaningful impact beyond their service.

Purpose

To honor and uplift those who have served by providing guidance, community, and opportunities that empower veteran and military-affiliated students to thrive in higher education and beyond.

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