FAQ

1. What is the Veterans Career Transition Program?
2. Who can apply for the Veterans Career Transition Program?
3. What courses will I take if I enroll in this program?
4. Can veterans or military personnel who served on active duty prior to September 11, 2001 apply to the Veterans Career Transition Program?
5. Can I apply to the Veterans Career Transition Program if I am still on active duty?
6. Should I enroll in the Veterans Career Transition Program if I am not interested in a career in technology and operations in a large corporation?
7. Is the Veterans Career Transition Program open to veterans whose highest level of education is a high school diploma?
8. Is the Veterans Career Transition Program useful to people with an undergraduate degree?
9. Do I have to be in Syracuse, NY to take the courses?
10. Will I be guaranteed a job with JPMorgan Chase & Co. upon completing the Veterans Career Transition Program?
11. Will I be required to work for JPMorgan Chase & Co. upon completing the Veterans Career Transition Program?
12. How to I apply for the Veterans Career Transition Program?
13. Can I transfer credits or apply the courses from the Veterans Career Transition Program to another degree program?
14. How is admission to the Veterans Career Transition Program decided?
15. Why did Syracuse University partner with JPMorgan Chase & Co. to develop the Veterans Career Transition Program?
16. Why are Syracuse University and JPMorgan Chase & Co. collaborating to improve technology education?

Q: What is the Veterans Career Transition Program?
A: The Veterans Career Transition Program is a non-credit certificate program offered by Syracuse University for veterans aspiring to careers in information technology in large corporations. Veterans enrolled in the program will receive individualized skill enhancement, insight into corporate culture, and an applied technology education.

Q: Who can apply for the Veterans Career Transition Program?
A: All U.S. veterans or military personnel who have served on active duty since September 11, 2001 can apply to the Veterans Career Transition Program.

Q: What courses will I take if I enroll in this program?
A: In general, the courses will focus on a combination of technology and operations skills as well as corporate culture within a large global company. Specific course information can be found at the following URL: http://get-vet.syr.edu/coursework.

Q: Can veterans or military personnel who served on active duty prior to September 11, 2001 apply to the Veterans Career Transition Program?
A: At the current time, the Veterans Career Transition Program is only open to post 9/11 veterans. However, once the impact of the program has been assessed, consideration may be given to expanding admission to the broader veteran community.

Q: Can I apply to the Veterans Career Transition Program if I am still on active duty?
A: Yes. Applications will be accepted from all military personnel who have separated from active duty, or have a confirmed separation date within 12 months of starting the program.

Q: Should I enroll in the Veterans Career Transition Program if I am not interested in a career in technology and operations in a large corporation?
A: No. The program is designed specifically for individuals interested in a career in technology and operations in a large corporation.

Q: Is the Veterans Career Transition Program open to people whose highest level of education is a high school diploma?
A: Yes. The program is designed for veterans with a variety of educational backgrounds; the minimum educational requirement is a high school diploma.

Q: Is the Veterans Career Transition Program useful to people with an undergraduate degree?
A: Yes. Veterans with an undergraduate degree who are interested in technology or operations careers will benefit from the Veterans Career Transition Program.

Q: Do I have to be in Syracuse, NY to take the courses?
A: No. All courses are offered online.

Q: Will I be guaranteed a job with JPMorgan Chase & Co. upon completing the Veterans Career Transition Program?
A: No. You will not be guaranteed a job; however, your application will be strengthened upon completion of the Veterans Career Transition Program.

Q: Will I be required to work for JPMorgan Chase & Co. upon completing the Veterans Career Transition Program?
A: No. You are not required to work for JPMorgan Chase & Co. once you have completed requirements for the Veterans Career Transition Program.

Q: How do I apply for the Veterans Career Transition Program?
A: The application, as well as information about the application process, is available at: Apply.

Q: Can I transfer credits or apply the courses to another degree program?
A: No. You will not earn Syracuse University academic credits as part of this non-credit certificate program.

Q: How is admission to the Veterans Career Transition Program decided?
A: The Veterans Career Transition Program is a Syracuse University program. Admission decisions are made by the Veterans Career Transition Program admission committee at Syracuse University.

Q: Why did Syracuse University partner with JPMorgan Chase & Co. to develop the Veterans Technology Program?
A: Syracuse University and JPMorgan Chase & Co. are deeply committed to supporting our military personnel transitioning into civilian careers. In 2007, JPMorgan Chase & Co. and Syracuse University launched a partnership to transform the way students are trained in the classroom and in the workplace. Syracuse University draws on this work to prepare veterans for employment in global companies that rely heavily on technology.

Q: Why are Syracuse University and JPMorgan Chase & Co. collaborating to improve technology education?
A: Many global companies, like JPMorgan Chase & Co., rely heavily on technology to conduct their day-to-day operations, and more people trained to work in these complex environments are needed.