Partnership renewal: ESE and the US Department of Veterans Affairs

The Partnership between the European School of Economics and the US VA office: A Bridge of Opportunities with the GI Bill

The European School of Economics (ESE) has always been committed to providing high-quality international education, aiming to equip students with the skills needed to excel in the global business world. One of the unique aspects of the education offered by ESE is its willingness to support those who, after serving in the armed forces, wish to transition back to civilian life and pursue a professional career. Through its partnership with the GI Bill program (https://department.va.gov/), ESE provides U.S. veterans and their families with a valuable opportunity to continue their academic education widen their horizons, and strengthen their career prospects.

The GI Bill, created to support veterans in their return to civilian life, provides benefits ranging from higher education funding to access to home loans, as well as resources for health care and workforce reintegration. With the expansion of educational opportunities, the GI Bill has enabled millions of veterans to access higher education without financial concerns.

The partnership between ESE and the VA Office represents a perfect synergy for veterans ( and their families) who wish to study abroad in an international environment and gain an education that helps them excel in the business world. Thanks to this collaboration, veterans can access undergraduate and graduate programs in economics, management, and finance, with an innovative curriculum that reflects the challenges and opportunities of the global marketplace.

What does the European School of Economics offer to veterans through the GI Bill?

1. High-quality international programs: ESE offers undergraduate and master’s programs that combine theory and practice, preparing veterans for the challenges of the workforce. Areas of study include Economics, Business Management, Marketing, and Finance, with a strong focus on hands-on experiences and internship opportunities worldwide.
2. Built-in opportunities for mobility: Students can move between centres on a term-by-term basis and experience multiple cultures under the umbrella of just one course.
3. Personalized support and counseling: ESE assists veterans in their transition to higher education by offering academic guidance and help with navigating the application process, ensuring that they make the most of the benefits available to them.
4. An international and diverse environment: Studying at ESE means becoming part of a global community where borders dissolve and aspiring business professionals can engage with students from all over the world, enriching their experience and expanding their professional network.
5. Access to career networking and development resources: ESE is well-connected with the international business world, providing students with access to a wide network of alumni and career opportunities that can make a difference in their transition from military to civilian life and from the classroom to the boardroom.

Why is this partnership important?

The transition from military life to civilian life can be challenging.  The support provided by the European School of Economics, along with the benefits of the GI Bill, helps bridge this gap, by offering students not only academic skills but also travel and hands-on experience that lend the confidence and resources to thrive in a modern, dynamic professional environment.

Furthermore, this partnership is part of a broader movement to provide both recognition and opportunities to those who have so freely offered themselves, and their families, to build a new life, not just as citizens, but as successful professionals.

The collaboration between the European School of Economics and the US Department of Veterans Affairs is a demonstration of how educational institutions can play a crucial role in improving lives, and offering opportunities to build a solid and prosperous future.