Your Next Mission: Complete your Bachelor’s Degree with Daemen University

ABOVE LogoIn partnership with Foundation 214 and Total Testing Education, Daemen University proudly presents the ABOVE program—an Accelerated Business Online Veterans Education program tailored for all Active Duty, Reservists, and Veterans seeking to earn their bachelors degree online in a new, innovative format.

Upon completion of the program, students earn a fully accredited, NYS approved, Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.

Lindsay Owen

Assistant Director of Transfer Admissions and Veteran Liaison

Lindsay Owen

(716) 839-7678 (Text Line: 716-221-8139)

To learn more about Accelerated Business Online Veterans Education, please contact Lindsay Owen, Veterans Liaison.

Mark Martinez

Director of Veteran Services

Mark Martinez

(716) 839-7426

How does the program work?

Step 1 »

Apply! Submit official transcripts from previous institutions, including military training records, for transfer credit evaluation.

Step 2 »

Begin your learning journey with Total Testing Education. Complete up to 30 online, self-study courses meeting degree requirements.

Step 3 »

Complete the remaining 10 courses of your degree online with Daemen University.

Who is eligible? 

While there is no such thing as a typical student, this program is perfect for Veterans, Active Duty Military or Reservists who have already completed some college credits, have the ability to complete college-level work online, and the motivation to use their skills to further their education and career.


How much does the program cost?

Daemen University received a $1.5 million dollar grant from Foundation 214, an organization committed to helping improve the lives of veterans through education. In partnership with Foundation 214 and Total Testing Education, Active Duty, Reservists, and Veterans will earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration by completing 30 courses online with all testing fees covered by Foundation 214 saving up to $85,000 depending on transfer credit.

The remaining 10 courses will be completed online with a small group of veteran and military students.  Daemen University’s Veteran Services Team will provide every participant with personalized assistance accessing military educational benefits, tuition assistance, state and federal financial aid, if eligible, covering the full cost of the remaining 10 courses. 


Will I have support?

We understand that Active Duty, Reservist, and Veterans need support to achieve their goals. The ABOVE program offers full online and on campus wrap around services as part of our Veteran Success Center. Support services include tutoring, mentoring, mental health counseling and career coaching. You have given much to our country and we are here to support you so you can achieve your goal of earning a bachelor’s degree in business administration.

MOU Signing in Rosary Hall
Daemen Receives $1.5M Grant from Alfiero Foundation to Support Veterans

At an MOU signing on March 8, Daemen University and Foundation 214 - a charitable foundation that supports US military veterans- signed an MOU awarding the university with a $1.5M grant to offer comprehensive veterans services that meet the academic, financial, and social-emotional needs of military-aligned and veteran students.

Our Partners

Foundation 214
Total Testing
Ready to learn more?
Contact us today at veterans@daemen.edu
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