Sonoran Desert Institute Ranked Among Top Schools in Military Times’ 2024 Best for Vets: Colleges

Tempe, AZ, November 20, 2024 – Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI), an online school that helps students learn the skills and techniques they’ll need to be successful in the firearms and uncrewed technology industries, is honored to announce its inclusion in the Military Times 2024 Best for Vets: Colleges rankings. Recognized for its outstanding commitment to supporting military service members, veterans, and their families, SDI is proud to be among the top colleges providing exceptional educational support to the military community.

“We are deeply committed to providing our military students with the resources and support they need to succeed, and this recognition reaffirms our dedication,” said SDI President, Traci Lee.

Each year, Military Times rigorously evaluates numerous higher education institutions across the country through comprehensive surveys and a thorough analysis of data from the Department of Education and the Department of Veterans Affairs. The 2024 rankings, now available on the Best for Vets website, showcase SDI’s continued dedication to excellence in military education.

SDI’s industry-connected programs, flexible online learning options, and dedicated support services are designed to meet the unique needs of veterans and military personnel, empowering them to achieve their educational and career goals. SDI’s military support initiatives include specialized admissions assistance, dedicated military tuition assistance, and comprehensive support through its Military and Veteran Services Department. 

“Our inclusion among the nation’s top military-supportive institutions is a tremendous honor for SDI,” said Walter Howard, Director of Military and Veteran Services. “We are inspired daily by the resilience and commitment of our military-connected students, whose dedication drives our mission forward. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Military Times for this recognition and to our students, who are at the core of everything we do.”

For over a decade, Military Times Best for Vets: Colleges has served as a vital resource for veterans seeking to maximize their educational benefits and for schools to highlight their veteran-oriented programs. 

For more information, visit https://www.sdi.edu. For questions about SDI’s Military and Veteran Services, email mvs@sdi.edu or call 800-336-8939 Ext. 7.

About Sonoran Desert Institute:

Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) is an online college that helps students learn the skills and techniques students need to be successful in the firearms and uncrewed technology industries. SDI’s faculty is comprised of professionals with decades of industry experience, and SDI programs are designed to combine modern learning methods, and the flexibility of online education with materials delivered to your home. SDI is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).

About Military Times:

Military Times is the trusted source of independent news and information for service members and their families. Service members rely on Air Force Times, Army Times, Marine Corps Times, and Navy Times for essential reporting on topics such as branch-specific news, pay, benefits, finance, education, healthcare, and more. Owned by Sightline Media Group, Military Times remains committed to supporting the military community. To learn more, visit militarytimes.com.