Gulf Coast State College has been named one of the best colleges for veterans

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A local college is receiving recognition for the support it provides to members of our military.

Gulf Coast State College was named one of the best colleges for veterans in Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges 2024” report.

To earn this designation, officials survey hundreds of colleges and universities about their policies regarding military and veteran students, academic outcomes and military-supportive cultures, among other things.

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The purpose of these college rankings is to help military students select the school they believe is the best fit for them.

Gulf Coast State College officials say they are aware of the unique challenges veterans and their families face and are working to provide them with the resources, support and opportunities they need to thrive academically to be successful.

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