American International College Earns 2025-2026 Military Friendly ® School Designation with Silver
Institutions earning the Military Friendly ® School designation were evaluated using both public data sources and responses from a proprietary survey. More than 1,800 schools participated in the 2025-2026 survey, with 830 earning special awards for going above the standard.
The 2025-2026 Military Friendly® Schools list will be published in the May and October issues of G.I.Jobs magazine and found at MilitaryFriendly.com.
Methodology, criteria, and weightings were determined by Viqtory with input from the Military Friendly ® Advisory Council of independent leaders in the higher education and military recruitment community.
Final ratings were determined by combining the institution’s survey scores with the assessment of the institution’s ability to meet thresholds for Student Retention, Graduation, Job Placement, Loan Repayment, Persistence (Degree Advancement or Transfer), and Loan Default rates for all students and, specifically, for student veterans.
“We’re incredibly proud to be recognized once again as a Military Friendly School,” said Michael Dodge, executive vice president for academic affairs and student life at American International College. “Supporting our military-connected students is a true honor, and we’re committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where they can succeed—both in the classroom and beyond. This designation reflects the care and respect we have for those who have served.”
“Military Friendly® is committed to transparency and providing consistent data-driven standards in our designation process,” said Kayla Lopez, national director of military partnerships, Military Friendly®. “Our standards provide a benchmark that promotes positive outcomes and support services that better the educational landscape and provide opportunities for the Military Community. This creates a competitive atmosphere that encourages colleges to evolve and invest in their programs consistently. Schools that achieve awards designation show true commitment in their efforts, going above that standard.”
For more information about AIC’s student programs, visit the College’s website at AIC.edu.
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About American International College
Founded in 1885, American International College (AIC) is a private, co-educational, doctoral-granting institution located in Springfield, Massachusetts, comprising the School of Business, Arts and Sciences, the School of Education, and the School of Health Sciences. AIC supports and advances education, diversity, and opportunity for its students and the community.
About Military Friendly ® Schools
The Military Friendly ® Schools list is created yearly based on extensive research using public data sources for more than 8,800 schools nationwide, input from student veterans, and responses to the proprietary, data-driven Military Friendly® Schools survey from participating institutions. The survey questions, methodology, criteria, and weighting were developed with the assistance of an independent research firm and an advisory council of educators and employers. The survey is
administered for free and is open to all post-secondary schools that wish to participate. Criteria for consideration can be found at MilitaryFriendly.com.
About Viqtory
Founded in 2001, VIQTORY is a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business (SDVOSB) that connects the military community to civilian employment, educational, and entrepreneurial opportunities through its G.I. Jobs® and Military Friendly® brands. VIQTORY and its brands are not a part of or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense or any federal government entity. Learn more about VIQTORY at www.viqtory.com.
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Denise Vozella Public Relations and Communications Manager
SPRINGFIELD, MA — American International College (AIC) announced it has earned the 2025-2026 Military Friendly ® School designation. AIC’s Silver Award signifies that the College is among the top twenty percent of colleges supporting veterans and military-connected students. Only a select group of institutions achieve this honor, highlighting their commitment to serving military personnel and their families.