What We Offer

Admissions Support

Interested in attending UTD? MVC staff will assist you with navigating the admissions process.

Alumni Group

The MVC facilitates meet-ups for alumni veterans and current student veterans. Complete an interest form to receive communications about events.

VetConnect

Professional development activities for transitioning from military service to civilian employment. Includes resume critiques and mock interviews.

Veteran & Community Advisory Council

The MVC Veteran & Community Advisory Council supports UT Dallas’ outreach to student veterans. Members include corporate partners, industry professionals, and community leaders dedicated to investing in the development of student veterans.

Military Community Mentors

Military Community Mentors (MCM)
Military Community Mentors at UT Dallas are current student veterans and military-affiliated students who volunteer to support incoming veterans and dependents as they transition into university life. These mentors provide guidance on navigating campus, connecting with resources, and succeeding academically, while fostering a sense of belonging and community. Through peer support and shared experience, they help ensure a smooth and positive start for new military-connected students.
Contact veterans@utdallas.edu 

Military Community Advocates

The Military Community Advocate program assigns a student veteran to a campus office to highlight military-affiliated students.

Cord Ceremony

Students graduating from UTD who serve or have served in the U.S. military are invited to wear a special red, white and blue honor cord at fall and spring commencements in recognition of their service to our country. Contact the MVC for more information.

Discussion Group

Student vets discuss topics including stress management, combat/military experiences, and transition to civilian life. Facilitated by Domingo Rodriguez, a Military Veteran Peer Network (MVPN) mentor.

Donate to the MVC

Your philanthropic support helps the MVC assist student veterans and military-affiliated students. Learn more about giving to the MVC.

Green Zone

The Green Zone program aims to establish a University-wide network of staff and faculty who will shape military-friendly campus culture. Classes are offered periodically by the MVC.

Guard/Reserve Students

Students who serve in the National Guard and Reserves can contact MVC staff for additional assistance. Get more information on assistance.

ROTC

UTD students have the option to join the Reserve Officer Training Corps

*The appearance of the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement.

SALUTE

UTD has an official chapter of the SALUTE Veterans Honor Society. Inductions are held in the spring.

Scholarships

Learn more about scholarship opportunities offered specifically for UT Dallas student veterans.

Student Veterans Association 

The UTD Student Veterans Association is a chapter of the Student Veterans of America (SVA). They meet at the MVC and focus on professional development, community service, and social functions.

Transfer Orientation

During transfer orientation, veterans and military-affiliated students can participate in a “Veteran Information Session.” Students will tour the Military and Veteran Center, learn about MVC programs, and meet VA/Hazlewood coordinators.