UToledo Named Top School in Ohio for Veterans

The University of Toledo ranked as the No. 1 university in Ohio for military-connected students in the Military Times Best for Vets survey, placing third in the Midwest and 41st nationally. Released earlier this week, the 2026 rankings improved on last year’s showing in all three categories, when UToledo was ranked second in Ohio, seventh in the Midwest and 48th nationally. UToledo ranked as the No. 1 university in Ohio for military-connected students in the Military Times Best for Vets survey, placing third in the Midwest and 41st nationally. “This achievement is something our entire university community should be proud of,” said Eric Buetikofer, director of military and veteran affairs. “It reflects the dedication of our faculty and staff, the commitment of our university leadership and, most importantly, the determination and success of the military-connected students who make our campus such a special place. “We constantly strive to provide our military-connected students the best