As student veterans enter higher education after service, there is a need for more knowledge about their transitional experiences. The issues facing this group of students have an impact, not only on the student, but also faculty, administrators, and student peers. This study focused on articulating these transition experiences utilizing Schlossberg's theory of transition and the 4S structure of situation, support, self, and strategies. This research used a multiple case study approach to explore the transition experiences of student veterans. Each participant was interviewed about their experiences attending college after military service using an instrument designed specifically for this study. The research questions focused on the factors that played a role in the decision to attend school and how the participants experienced their transition: What are the factors affecting the transition process for veterans? How do veterans experience role exit during the transition from service to educational institution? What factors affect the decision of a veteran to matriculate, leave school, or stay through to graduation? The results showed that administrative processes were a common frustration among participants. Participants described difficulties in the transition due to the functional differences between being a soldier and being a student. More research should be done into these transitions and how they impact the decisions of the veteran about college. By understanding the transition experiences of student veterans, institutions can find ways to support them. Establishing campus veteran centers and student veteran portals, providing educational opportunities for staff about veterans, and developing avenues for collaboration between educational institutions are recommended to provide transitional support for veterans. Future research could examine the impact of these recommendations and help to create plans for continuous improvement. [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.]