Adelphi University Earns National Recognition for Veteran Education and Academic Excellence
Garden City, NY (11/11/2026) — Adelphi University has been recognized as a 2026 Top Veteran School by U.S. Veterans Magazine, highlighting the institution's ongoing commitment to supporting military-connected students, transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses.
The annual directory from U.S. Veterans Magazine serves as an essential resource for military-affiliated individuals seeking higher education opportunities. The list highlights colleges and universities across the nation that demonstrate exceptional dedication to the military community through tailored academic resources, dedicated veteran centers, flexible learning options and career-focused degree pathways.
Expanding National Recognition
In addition to this honor, Adelphi continues to earn distinguished spots across multiple key subcategories in U.S. News & World Report rankings. Notably, the university achieved a six-spot jump on the national Best Colleges for Veterans list, further solidifying its reputation as a leading destination for military personnel.
Military-connected students pursuing education at Adelphi gain access to specialized mentorship, tailored career services and a supportive campus community dedicated to lifelong learning.
To honor Adelphi's veteran's, the University hosted a live viewing of New York City's Veteran's Day Parade on Wednesday, November 11, from their new Manhattan Center location on Fifth Avenue. Next week, on November 17, the Adelphi Manhattan Center will host a community kick-off event with veteran service organization FourBlock to launch a new initiative in the New York City Metro area. The organization is committed to supporting transitioning veterans and their spouses find meaningful employment post-service time.
For more information about Adelphi University's veteran services and military education programs, visit adelphi.edu/admissions/military.
About Adelphi: A modern metropolitan university with a personalized approach to higher learning
Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students' lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning, and innovative ways to support academic and career success. U.S. News & World Report named Adelphi a 2026 Best National University, Best College for Veterans, and Top Performer in Social Mobility. In addition, Forbes has ranked Adelphi the top private university on Long Island for three past three years.
Adelphi serves more than 7,300 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, New York-just 23 miles from New York City's cultural and internship opportunities-and at dynamic learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, as well as online.
More than 125,000 alumni Adelphi graduates have gained the skills to thrive professionally as active, engaged citizens, making their mark on the University, their communities and the world.
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