PRESS RELEASE: OCTOBER 30, 2026

SJR State recognized as Top Veteran School

St. Johns River State College has been recognized as a Top Veteran School by U.S. Veterans Magazine.

St. Johns River State College has been recognized as a Top Veteran School by U.S. Veterans Magazine for the College’s continued dedication and commitment to supporting veterans, military-connected students and their educational success.

According to SJR State President Joe Pickens, SJR State is committed to connecting military service members, veterans and their families with the services and resources they need to reach their personal and academic goals.

“At SJR State, we understand the unique challenges Veterans face when returning to civilian life and the importance of investing in their future,” Pickens said. “We recognize their service and strive daily to match that level of commitment as they transition into higher education and develop their strengths and skills into a new career path.”

For more information about SJR State’s student veteran programs, visit https://www.sjrstate.edu/veterans.

Since 1958, St. Johns River State College has built a solid reputation as a full-service college dedicated to meeting the educational and workforce training needs of its Northeast Florida district. With campuses in Orange Park, Palatka and St. Augustine, SJR State is truly the community’s college, enriching a diverse population of students ranging in age from 16 to 60 and beyond. SJR State offers the Associate in Arts (transfer) degree, three bachelor’s degrees and more than 30 Associate in Science degrees and career certificates.