This study used a qualitative exploratory approach to analyze existing data to determine the similarities and disparities among university programs and resources at public universities with a student population of at least 15,000 students. Depending on which university a veteran attends, there are varying resources available to them. This study looked at 50 randomly selected public universities to determine the most and least commonly available programs. Program theory was utilized to determine the connection between programs and the anticipated outcome. NVivo was employed to determine thematic results. Research Question 1, which sought to identify the most common programs at the selected universities, revealed five themes: veteran success programs were available at 29 out of the 50 universities, veteran specific tutoring was offered at 25 out of 50 universities, some form of veteran organization was available on 25 out of the 50 campuses, 22 out of the 50 universities provided a welcome orientation tailored for veterans, and 20 of the universities had one or more branches of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps program on campus. Research Question 2 sought to identify the least common programs available, and three themes emerged: Mental and Physical Health was provided on 8 of the 50 campuses; Physical Activities Designed for Veterans was available at 3 of the 50 universities, and only 2 of the 50 universities provided any kind of secondary financial assistance for veterans. This study illuminated the discrepancies in programs available between public universities, and when coupled with the literature review, shows a way forward that may increase the retention rates of veterans seeking a higher education. Recommendations for future research include randomly selecting 50 different public universities to corroborate the initial findings as well as a more in-depth study of the veterans and what they feel they need to assist them in obtaining a degree. [The dissertation citations contained here are published with the permission of ProQuest LLC. Further reproduction is prohibited without permission. Copies of dissertations may be obtained by Telephone (800) 1-800-521-0600. Web page: http://www.proquest.com.bibliotheek.ehb.be/en-US/products/dissertations/individuals.shtml.]