New York State Police

[leo1112]

I was told i'd be getting one as well

[StanleyVega]

I was just told by a primary source close to member hiring that the NYSP will be processing the next 2,000 in rank on May 6th and 7th. Letters will be sent out shortly.

[ExtraRely]

Happy Monday all. Curious as to if anyone here is a military veteran and gone through the academy. If selected I'd like to utilize my GI Bill to collect the housing and stipends for training and also for FTO, how is the process for getting this setup? Is there a veterans specialist or anything that you talk to in the first few weeks of training, or is it solely based on submitting paperwork to the VA?

[Squevie]

Happy Monday all. Curious as to if anyone here is a military veteran and gone through the academy. If selected I'd like to utilize my GI Bill to collect the housing and stipends for training and also for FTO, how is the process for getting this setup? Is there a veterans specialist or anything that you talk to in the first few weeks of training, or is it solely based on submitting paperwork to the VA?

I have looked into this to ensure that the academy is an accredited OJT source for post 9/11...just not sure exactly how to go about submitting for it. I'll keep my eyes open for this too

[ExtraRely]

I have looked into this to ensure that the academy is an accredited OJT source for post 9/11...just not sure exactly how to go about submitting for it. I'll keep my eyes open for this too

Thanks man. I read somewhere that other academies have a liasion for veterans and then others make you just bring in your NOBE from the VA. Figured if anything maybe someone at final medical could point us in the right direction.

[NYCopper]

Happy Monday all. Curious as to if anyone here is a military veteran and gone through the academy. If selected I'd like to utilize my GI Bill to collect the housing and stipends for training and also for FTO, how is the process for getting this setup? Is there a veterans specialist or anything that you talk to in the first few weeks of training, or is it solely based on submitting paperwork to the VA?

They will assist you once you get there in filling out the paperwork for the VA. Downside is it won't kick in until your almost at the end of the Academy, when you get some wicked 20k+ check (backpaid).

[ExtraRely]

They will assist you once you get there in filling out the paperwork for the VA. Downside is it won't kick in until your almost at the end of the Academy, when you get some wicked 20k+ check (backpaid).

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[reils49]

They will assist you once you get there in filling out the paperwork for the VA. Downside is it won't kick in until your almost at the end of the Academy, when you get some wicked 20k+ check (backpaid).

Yea. I remember all the veterans having to fill out some forms for it one night. It was a decent amount from what I recall.

[reils49]

I wish it would be that much, haha. I think I'll be somewhere around a 50-60% rating but its still extra cash.

I think you're talking about something else.

[ExtraRely]

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[ExtraRely]

For those who may need a suit or two for the academy, or just want a decent one to add to their wardrobe, I picked up a coat and pants today from Target for $90, if you buy it online it brings it down to $75 via a $15 coupon they have. Walmart was a few bucks cheaper but I think Targets will hold up a bit better... just thought I'd share!

[zf25]

Anyone have any clue if this issue with the New York State Budget could have any affect on the upcoming academy?

[ExtraRely]

Anyone have any clue if this issue with the New York State Budget could have any affect on the upcoming academy?

Was wondering the same thing myself.

[NYCopper]

Based upon the fact we got an email saying we might not get paid this week - I would guess anything is possible...

[reils49]

Based upon the fact we got an email saying we might not get paid this week - I would guess anything is possible...

Yea. WTF is that!?