Dominican University Named a 2014 Best College for Veterans

Dominican University has been honored as one of the 2014 Best Colleges for Veterans by U.S. News & World Report, ranking fifth in the Regional Universities - Midwest category.

The respected designation is awarded based on the benefits that schools provide to active-duty servicemembers and military veterans. In compiling its annual rankings, U.S. News reviewed data from hundreds of colleges and universities, each of which participates in the Yellow Ribbon Program, is GI Bill certified and belongs to the Servicemembers Opportunity Colleges (SOC) Consortium.

“We are extremely pleased with Dominican University’s standing among the Best Colleges for Veterans,” said Colleen Reardon, EdD, Dean of the School of Education. “This honor reflects our commitment to supporting our military heroes in their transition to fulfilling professions through our renowned degree programs, both campus-based and online.”

For military personnel who aspire to continue serving the nation, a civilian career in teaching is a rewarding option. Dominican’s 100% online Master of Arts in Education (MAEd) degree programs provide academic excellence in a convenient and flexible format, offering students anytime, anywhere access to video-based lectures.

Students can choose from graduate degrees including:

Dominican University’s 100% online programs, which are powered by University Alliance technology, also feature professor-led, streaming and downloadable video lectures, live chat rooms and discussion boards.

For more information about Dominican University’s Master’s in Education degrees, call toll-free 800-441-5408 or visit www.dominicanu.com.

About Dominican University

Founded in 1901, Dominican University is located ten miles west of downtown Chicago.  The Catholic university consistently ranks in the top 20 regional universities in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report – which also repeatedly cited Dominican as a best value in higher education. The university is accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE) and Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools as a baccalaureate and master’s degree granting institution.

About University Alliance

University Alliance (UA) is a leader in facilitating the online delivery of associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees as well as professional certificate programs from the nation’s leading traditional universities and institutions. Universities powered by UA’s technology and support services have surpassed 450,000 online enrollments – making UA one of the largest facilitators of e-learning in the country. Universities that collaborate with UA include Villanova University, the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business, Florida Institute of Technology, Michigan State University, University of Florida, University of South Florida, Valparaiso University, New England College, University of St. Thomas, University of San Francisco, Jacksonville University, University of Vermont, The University of Scranton, and Dominican University.