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Schools in New York Near Fort Drum

Fort Drum is home of the 10th Mountain Division light infantry. Fortunately for the servicemen and women stationed at Fort Drum the area is rich with cultural and educational opportunities. An education can be obtained at any one of the colleges near Fort Drum. Financial assistance and career and educational counseling can also be coordinated through this base.

Nearby Fort Drum colleges include:

  • Empire State College at Watertown
  • Jefferson Community College at Watertown
  • Columbia College at Watertown

Students can major in several subjects or take classes for personal enrichment. An education that's earned while stationed at Fort Drum can assist soldiers in obtaining promotions or in re-entering civilian life.

Active Army personnel who enjoy the fine arts have many theatres and performance facilities from which they can choose. The Lyric Theatre and the Little Theatre of Watertown run plays throughout the year. The Live Comedy Theatre in Sackets Harbor focuses on presenting quality comedy acts. Local residents are encouraged to become participants. The Waterfront Concert Series in Clayton provide warm-weather entertainment in the form of rock, jazz, country and brass performances.

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This list does not include all schools that accept GI Bill funding or VA Benefits. For a more complete list of schools, click here.

This list does not include all schools that accept GI Bill funding or VA Benefits. For a more complete list of schools, click here.

Disclaimer: Armystudyguide.com does not guarantee the schools listed above accept GI Bill funding. Please check with the school before enrolling.