# Blog Post: ECPI University Ranked in Top 20 Online Colleges for Veterans

**Canonical URL:** https://www.ecpi.edu/blog/ecpi-university-designated-top-20-online-colleges-for-veterans

**Last Updated:** 2026-04-30T21:01:26+00:00

**Categories:** ECPI University, Online, Military

## Key Takeaways

ECPI University is ranked #7 on the Best 4-Year Online Colleges for Veterans list, recognized for supporting America's veterans with excellent academic programs and job placement.

- Ranked #7 among top 20 best online colleges for veterans
- Evaluated using data from NCES, Military Times, and Military.com
- Partnerships with Navy College, Marines, Army, and Air Force programs
- Online programs provide convenience without compromising quality

Online College Plan has named [ECPI University](https://www.ecpi.edu/military?cmpid=WEBBLOG-ECPI) to its annual list of [20 Best 4-Year Colleges for Veterans](http://www.onlinecollegeplan.com/4-year-colleges-veterans/). Online College Plan was created to assist both parents and students in discovering all the available options and how to plan ahead for an online college education. Its research team and writing staff includes seasoned educators, parents, and students.

Using data from a variety of sources, including the National Center for Education Statistics, Military Times, and Military.com, Online College Plan evaluates an array of factors in compiling its list. Among them:

- Retention of Military Students 13.76%
- Staff Support 11%
- Academic Support 11%
- Course Completion 13.76%
- Graduation of Military Students 13.76%
- Faculty to Student Ratio: 13.75%
- Percent Employed after 6 Years 13.76%
- Salary after 6 Years (rounded to nearest 1000) 9.22%
- PENALTY -50 (6.88%) for not having/supporting 8 Keys for Success
- PENALTY -50 (6.88%) for not having/supporting Principles of Excellence
- PENALTY -50 (6.88%) for not having/supporting DoD Memorandum of Understanding
- Bonus +50 (6.88%) for ranking in a top 5 at Military Times

Survey editors state that each of these schools have outstanding reputations as it is related to supporting America’s veterans and helping them achieve academic success and join the nation’s workforce:

1. D'Youville College
2. University of Nebraska Omaha
3. University of South Florida
4. University of Kansas
5. Eastern Kentucky University
6. Stockton University
7. [ECPI University](http://www.ecpi.edu/)
8. Rutgers
9. American Military University (APUS)
10. Bellevue University
11. Liberty University
12. Pennsylvania State University
13. Colorado State University
14. Excelsior College
15. Lewis University
16. Ashford University
17. University of Maine at Augusta
18. Southern New Hampshire University
19. South Dakota State University
20. Armstrong State University

ECPI University is dedicated to serving the people who serve our nation. We value not just their service to the country, but also what they add to our student body, such as leadership, experience, and maturity. In appreciation to their service, ECPI University is proud to:

- Participate in the Yellow Ribbon Program, GI Bill ®, Tuition Assistance, and Scholarships and Financial Aid
- Host a VA representative on campus through the VetSuccess on Campus (VSOC) program
- Partner with Navy College, Marine Corps Career College Program, ArmyEd, and Air Force General Education Mobile (GEM)

ECPI University’s [Online programs](https://www.ecpi.edu/online) provide convenience without compromise. Online students receive the same high-quality education as those in traditional classroom settings including:

- Easy access to faculty who hold virtual office hours for one-on-one student interaction
- Small class sizes and individual attention
- Hands-on learning, featuring advanced simulation software and web-based networks
- Personalized access to ECPI University’s vast online library
- Graduate employment services
- Toll Free 24/7 tech support

[![ECPI University Designated Top 20 Online College for Veterans](https://www.ecpi.edu/sites/default/files/pictures/tweet-military2_0.png)](https://twitter.com/victoriatwirls/status/594713657453486080)

If you would like to learn more about [ECPI University’s military resources](https://www.ecpi.edu/military?cmpid=WEBBLOG-ECPI) or [exceptional online programs](https://www.ecpi.edu/online?cmpid=WEBBLOG-ECPI), [contact a helpful admissions advisor today](http://www.ecpi.edu/?cmpid=WEBBLOG-ECPI).

It could be the *** Best Decision You Ever Make****!*

[![Learn more about ECPI's Online Degree Programs](https://www.ecpi.edu/sites/default/files/ecpi-online-cta.png)](http://www.ecpi.edu/online?cmpid=WEBBLOG-ECPI)

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