Walsh College Ranked a Top Military-Friendly® School for the 15th Consecutive Year, Secures Top 10 Spot
Troy, MI – Walsh College is proud to announce that it has been designated a Top Ten Military-Friendly® School for the 2024-2025 academic year. This prestigious title is awarded by VIQTORY, a Pittsburgh-based, veteran-owned organization that connects the military community with civilian opportunities. This marks the 15th consecutive year Walsh College has received the honor of being recognized as a Military-Friendly School, underscoring its unwavering commitment to supporting veteran students in their educational and career pursuits.
“Walsh College is so proud to be recognized for our 15th consecutive year as a Military Friendly® School designation,” says Suzy Siegle, President and Chief Champion of Walsh College. “We are also ranked in the TOP TEN colleges in the United States as a Military Friendly® School. I’m so grateful to our Walsh College team members for their hard work on this remarkable designation. We are so proud to continue our excellent service to our Veteran students and alumni.”
“Walsh College is so proud to be recognized for our 15th consecutive year as a Military Friendly® School designation. We are also ranked in the TOP TEN colleges in the United States as a Military Friendly® School. I’m so grateful to our Walsh College team members for their hard work on this remarkable designation. We are so proud to continue our excellent service to our Veteran students and alumni.” Dr. Suzy Siegle, President and Chief Champion of Walsh College.
The Military-Friendly® Schools designation is awarded to institutions based on their ability to exceed benchmark standards in several critical areas of performance. These include student retention, graduation rates, job placement, loan repayment, persistence (degree advancement or transfer), and loan default rates for all students and, most importantly, for veteran students.
Commitment to Veteran Students
Walsh College stands out for its comprehensive support system tailored to meet the unique needs of veterans transitioning from military service to academic success and into the workforce. Key initiatives include:
- Waiver of Application Fees for Veterans: To facilitate access to higher education for veterans, Walsh College waives application fees for this group.
- Personalized Assistance with Education Benefits: The College provides personalized help for veterans to navigate and maximize their education benefits.
- Financial Assistance: Veteran-specific scholarships and extended payment due dates for GI Bill® users are part of Walsh’s commitment to alleviate financial barriers for veteran students.
- Dedicated Veteran Space: The Troy campus features a dedicated space for veterans, reinforcing the College’s commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive environment.
Chief Academic Officer and Academic Dean, Dave Schippers, shares his insights on the college’s dedication to veterans and the significance of this recognition. “Walsh College is profoundly honored to play a pivotal role in supporting our veteran students as they embark on their paths toward career excellence. It fills us with immense pride to announce Walsh College has been recognized as a Military Friendly School for an astounding 15th consecutive year. We are exceptionally thankful for this honor and the opportunity it represents to continue serving those who have served us.”
“Walsh College is profoundly honored to play a pivotal role in supporting our veteran students as they embark on their paths toward career excellence. It fills us with immense pride to announce Walsh College has been recognized as a Military Friendly School for an astounding 15th consecutive year. We are exceptionally thankful for this honor and the opportunity it represents to continue serving those who have served us.” – Dr. Dave Schippers, Chief Academic Officer and Academic Dean of Walsh College.
A Proven Path to Career Success
Walsh College not only focuses on academic excellence but also ensures that veterans have the resources and opportunities to successfully transition to rewarding careers. The College’s high job placement rates for veterans reflect its success in preparing students for the workforce through personalized career counseling, resume workshops, and networking opportunities.
Military Veteran and Walsh alumnus, Fred Lowe was guided to Walsh College through the Veterans Readiness and Employment program (VR&E). This program through the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), recognizes that skills and roles in the military may not directly translate to civilian careers, especially for those affected by disabilities. It offers veterans the opportunity to gain new skills or enhance existing ones to better suit the civilian job market. “Walsh had a lot of prestige behind it and [the VR&E representative] told me Walsh really fits because I only had a year’s worth of time left in my entitlement” he adds, “when I got into Walsh I [saw] that this was the right choice. Every last one of the classes I’ve been in, was relevant to real-world experience.”
“Walsh had a lot of prestige behind it and [the VR&E representative] told me Walsh really fits because I only had a year’s worth of time left in my entitlement… when I got into Walsh I [saw] that this was the right choice. Every last one of the classes I’ve been in, was relevant to real-world experience.” – Fred Lowe, MSMKT and U.S. Veteran.
About Walsh College:
Founded in 1922 by Mervyn B. Walsh, an accountant with the Thomas Edison Light Company, Walsh College is an upper division undergraduate and graduate institution that provides a transformative business and technology education that combines theory, application, and professional experience to prepare graduates for successful careers.
Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC), the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and recognized as a National Security Agency (NSA) Center for Excellence, Walsh College offers undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees in marketing, management, human resource management, finance, accounting, data analytics, information technology, artificial intelligence and machine learning, cybersecurity, automotive cybersecurity, a STEM MBA and an MBA in Organizational Resilience with several concentrations. Students can earn a double master’s by enrolling in a unique dual degree pathway, where they can earn two degrees in an accelerated time frame.
Walsh College offers a Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) and plans to launch a Ph.D. in Organizational Leadership and one in Technology this coming year. Additionally, Walsh offers several non-degree certificate options in areas such as human resources, global project management, leadership, cybersecurity, data analytics and continuing education courses for tax and accounting professionals. For more information, visit www.walshcollege.edu.
